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  • @hafsakhan1515
    @hafsakhan1515 Před 6 lety +3534

    Did anyone else get hella emotional when Zach said he isn't diabetic anymore? Ahhh congratulations everyone!

    • @mary_katie_9199
      @mary_katie_9199 Před 6 lety +37

      Uh, you mean congrats to the type 2s out there. Us type 1s have this disease till we die.

    • @autumnleaves4206
      @autumnleaves4206 Před 5 lety +65

      Once a type 2 always a type 2. I have it also and was told that even if it goes into remission, it'll still come back later on as I get old.

    • @stevenliang3213
      @stevenliang3213 Před 5 lety +86

      Hafsa Khan : No, he is still diabetic. He just has his blood sugar under control.
      Once a diabetic, always a diabetic

    • @aeonjoey3d
      @aeonjoey3d Před 5 lety +2

      very.

    • @goatboy8032
      @goatboy8032 Před 5 lety +2

      I just made the thousandth like! I expected a little more excitement, though

  • @lorraine9178
    @lorraine9178 Před 6 lety +781

    Him going from 7.6 to 5.3 warmed my heart so much

    • @CDChester
      @CDChester Před 6 lety +1

      *sniffles* me too

    • @webkinzforever84
      @webkinzforever84 Před 6 lety +6

      Suzanne I’m 15 and diabetic too and this gave me so much hope too! And we got this we’re going to get through this

    • @wollfaden1979
      @wollfaden1979 Před 6 lety +3

      Suzanne Please try oatmeal! My mother has no Diabetis 2 anymore, because of oatmeal! It has to be fresh made, warm, no milk, no sugar. Otherwise it doesnt work. I also stopped my insuline resistence with it. We also have no sugar cravings anymore since we eat the oatmeal.

  • @luckyDancer100
    @luckyDancer100 Před 5 lety +625

    When you don’t have sugar for a while, it’s crazy how sweet regular food tastes

    • @kamimikuta4929
      @kamimikuta4929 Před 4 lety +26

      Candy and chocolate tastes like plastic after not eating candy

    • @ZeriTV
      @ZeriTV Před 4 lety +5

      Very true! Same with oily foods

    • @cococherrymango1225
      @cococherrymango1225 Před 4 lety +1

      @@kamimikuta4929 trueeeee. That's why I don't like Donuts

    • @ksway8471
      @ksway8471 Před 4 lety +2

      @@cococherrymango1225 try make me nauseous, I don't know why

    • @hazellee3225
      @hazellee3225 Před 4 lety +6

      Yeah I’ve cut out sugar, wheat, and dairy and I know if I go back I’ll get sick 😷

  • @peppa_pig_
    @peppa_pig_ Před 5 lety +1495

    zach's results made me tear up..I wish my dad would listen to us and follow the doctor's diet but he eats pure crap when he KNOWS diabetes is a lifestyle disease and CAN BE CURED! congratulations zach, that takes massive willpower!

    • @KitKat-kh9nz
      @KitKat-kh9nz Před 5 lety +17

      That is just type 2

    • @Mika-pz1dh
      @Mika-pz1dh Před 5 lety

      My grams the same way :/

    • @mannyw_
      @mannyw_ Před 5 lety +2

      Bertha Lovejoy try showing him this video

    • @kumikamii
      @kumikamii Před 5 lety +16

      Bertha Lovejoy unfortunately that’s only type 2, if type 1 could’ve been cured like this I would’ve done this immediately

    • @carolinechilders5850
      @carolinechilders5850 Před 5 lety +1

      My father in law had type 1 and eats so bad his diabetes is out of control

  • @sarasaleh1799
    @sarasaleh1799 Před 6 lety +3206

    Buzzfeed should make a whole video about Zacks journey. It's truly inspiring.

  • @myaenerson6529
    @myaenerson6529 Před 6 lety +2919

    I'm so proud of zach!!! he really set his heart on what he wants in life. MUCH LOVE!

    • @avocadomousse
      @avocadomousse Před 6 lety +8

      Eating all these brussels sprouts was worth it!

    • @katiebethcripps7553
      @katiebethcripps7553 Před 6 lety +8

      I love videos with Zach! A lot of them have been about him getting healthy and changing his lifestyle.

    • @carolynclark591
      @carolynclark591 Před 6 lety

      In terms of details about general health and diabetes treatment method, I find this 4BestDiabetesCure.blogspot.com
      easy to follow and very good. Thru this plan, you could transform your lifestyle and diet without getting particular about your carb or calorie. My transition to a more healthy life-style hasn`t only helped me lose fat but also overcome diabetic issues and high blood pressure! It is correct that you really could change diabetes..?

    • @yazzys_stuff
      @yazzys_stuff Před 6 lety

      My eyes teared of joy! Congrats!!

  • @WayneJ15
    @WayneJ15 Před 6 lety +971

    This helped me soo much. Im 19 and I’m a Type 2 Diabetic, and to hear they guy say he was no longer a Diabetic made my heart melt, this filled me with so much joy and passion to get there. And I will. Thanks Buzzfeed!!!

    • @dianag6415
      @dianag6415 Před 6 lety +4

      Wayne Johnson how did you do?

    • @jungkookismyeuphoria8405
      @jungkookismyeuphoria8405 Před 5 lety +14

      HOPE YOU GET HEALTHIER, MAKE SURE TO EAT LOTS OF VEGGIES AND LOW CARB HEALTHY FOODS, AND FRUITS, STAY STRONG💪😘😘😘🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏!!!!!

    • @breeswane
      @breeswane Před 5 lety +18

      Wayne Johnson I didn’t know you could reverse a type 2 diabetes diagnosis

    • @aliksanderj9729
      @aliksanderj9729 Před 5 lety

      Hope youre doing well!!!! We believe in you!

    • @connonym
      @connonym Před 5 lety +9

      @@breeswane you can't. It can only be controlled, not cured.

  • @ShyBoyEddie
    @ShyBoyEddie Před 5 lety +238

    Last November my A1C was 11.7 so I just did my blood test last week and the results came in and my A1C is down to 5.6.

    • @SunniDae333
      @SunniDae333 Před 4 lety +12

      Wow great job!

    • @leslycontreras9160
      @leslycontreras9160 Před 4 lety +4

      Thats so amazing, Im so happy for you.

    • @zahra-gb2ui
      @zahra-gb2ui Před 3 lety +1

      Yesssss

    • @leahjacob3553
      @leahjacob3553 Před 3 lety +1

      Good job. How did you bring your A1C down?

    • @ShyBoyEddie
      @ShyBoyEddie Před 3 lety +6

      @@leahjacob3553 intermittent fasting. Drinking a lot water. Cut sugar like soda and junk food. Eat green vegetables and lean protein. I do eat carbs. I'm not into low carb diets. Also I do crossfit.

  • @isafus
    @isafus Před 6 lety +1230

    Zack almost made me cry when he announced he is no longer diabetic :'(

    • @kimberlylangstaff8407
      @kimberlylangstaff8407 Před 6 lety +2

      lulu I True!

    • @cupcakekawaii
      @cupcakekawaii Před 6 lety +16

      As long as he follows this diet and exercise regime then its as good as cured.

    • @lakinbassler5118
      @lakinbassler5118 Před 6 lety +15

      He isn’t “diabetes free”, but he just reversed the side effects of diabetes and is keeping it under control.

    • @kaykay12152
      @kaykay12152 Před 6 lety +1

      It is also possible that his body will continue to become insulin resistant/ less capable of metabolizing sugar just due to aging.
      Which is why he's more likely (at a higher risk) of T2D later in life.
      For him it would be progression, for others to would be a new diagnosis.

    • @chojay13
      @chojay13 Před 6 lety +4

      Getting your A1c lowered has nothing to do with being diabetic. I'm type 1 and had an a1c of 4.5 at one point (With very strict low carb diet). My current is a 5.7. It's just a measure of blood sugar levels, not insulin efficiency, which would truly determine "cured" or not.

  • @xelainayri13
    @xelainayri13 Před 6 lety +1175

    i literally started crying and clapping when Zack said he was diabetic free!!!!! GO ZACK!!

    • @ashley830
      @ashley830 Před 6 lety +10

      Where is all the crying and clapping for people with type one? Type one is not a choice and we don’t get any credit.

    • @pyrrosdimas5798
      @pyrrosdimas5798 Před 6 lety

      Lol thats weird

    • @jadecatgreen
      @jadecatgreen Před 5 lety +33

      @@ashley830 I'll clap for anyone who utilizes willpower to better themselves... including type 1's that maintain good health through diet and medication. So... *claps*

    • @romz11khan
      @romz11khan Před 5 lety +4

      I've seen this so many times and every time I tear up at Zach finding out he's no longer diabetic!

    • @michaelreyes8525
      @michaelreyes8525 Před 5 lety

      *@brian lee* Best treatment for diabetes: HootCure.xyz

  • @fashiondog888
    @fashiondog888 Před 6 lety +181

    Every type 1 just dreams that they could hear those words 'you haven't got it anymore'

    • @annamarie5738
      @annamarie5738 Před 6 lety +1

      Amy Webster true

    • @pandapaw1645
      @pandapaw1645 Před 5 lety +2

      Preach

    • @ameliawasco3454
      @ameliawasco3454 Před 5 lety

      100 percent

    • @hufflepuffducks5719
      @hufflepuffducks5719 Před 5 lety

      I wish I’ve had it for 12 years now

    • @Devine-rj3qr
      @Devine-rj3qr Před 5 lety +17

      I found out years ago I was prediabetic..I got scared got on a strict diet and worked out..a few months later was not pre diabetic any more..but then I messed up my diet and put on a few pounds now I'm 6.4 so even if u go back to normal always for the rest of your life gotta eat healthy and work out or it comes back don't ever think ur in the clear. So starting my diet again but didn't know about gluten free

  • @sophiatran3121
    @sophiatran3121 Před 5 lety +83

    Dear Buzzfeed,
    Thank you for making this video. I'm 26 years old and I recently found out that I have prediabetes. My family has a history of diabetes and I've been stressing out, frustrated, and angry (at myself) for not taking better care of myself.
    This video is so very inspiring and made me cry when Kane, Michelle, and Zach got their results on the last day of the diet. SO PROUD OF ALL 3 OF YOU!
    I felt helpless before I watched this video and now I honestly feel like I can accomplish the very same.
    I just wanted to say thank you :) and great job to Kane, Michelle, and Zach

    • @gapos8212
      @gapos8212 Před 4 lety +1

      Sophia Tran can you give us an update? Since this comment is 1 year ago.

    • @iLiekLemonade
      @iLiekLemonade Před 4 lety +1

      Please give an update on this comment, I will be looking forward to your reply

  • @TheVegetarianBaker
    @TheVegetarianBaker Před 6 lety +3307

    Congrats everyone. Lifestyle changes are hard, but well worth it. You may shock yourself with the results.

  • @chibinobaachan
    @chibinobaachan Před 6 lety +570

    "How am I supposed to eat 6 cups of veggies a day, when I barely eat 0 now?"
    Kane is me.

    • @sicariusperemo3789
      @sicariusperemo3789 Před 6 lety +4

      You don't have to! Eat lots of healthy Fats, moderate Protein, LOW CARBS!
      5% Carbs
      20% Protein
      75% Fat (Coconut Oil, Olive Oil, Grass Fed Butter) Healthy Oils!

    • @slothyslothbear83
      @slothyslothbear83 Před 6 lety +17

      Sicarius Peremo 75% fats, even as healthy fats and oils, is insane. If you eat in the percentages you are saying you'd get almost no nutrients.

    • @slothyslothbear83
      @slothyslothbear83 Před 6 lety +3

      Start small and work up - or find little adjustments. Add spinach to smoothies, you really can't taste it even if it makes the color a little weird. Add veggies to eggs or stir fries. Zoodles or cauli rice. Start with 1-2 cups and once you're comfortable with that add another one.

    • @alyssao146
      @alyssao146 Před 6 lety +2

      Personally I take my favorite foods and just add vegetables to it and put in less of the fats.
      For example, I love eggs with cheese. So I added spinach to it and replaced the splash of half and half I put in there with low fat milk. I also try to put less cheese.
      I also understand that this was probably a joke, but it is important to take health seriously.
      Take Care : )

    • @nikkimctouton6706
      @nikkimctouton6706 Před 6 lety +1

      totally agree but I do take a green supplement it has loads of veg that are super low in Carbs I hate how they say you have to eat any type of carbs worst advise ever , do not eat sugar either, um no the only sugar I have is in my once or twice a week berrries

  • @kikelomowayne1809
    @kikelomowayne1809 Před 4 lety +56

    I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes last week and I’m currently in the hospital, looking for videos on diabetes and I found this video. Zach’s blood test results made me so emotional and I hope I’m able to cope just like he did.

    • @jasonemile247
      @jasonemile247 Před 3 lety +3

      Hope you're doing well, I'm a type 2 diabetic and 17 years old, much love. ❤

  • @niamhdoyle928
    @niamhdoyle928 Před 6 lety +451

    So happy for Zach!

  • @azukita59
    @azukita59 Před 6 lety +421

    Can I speak to this nutritionist?? She looks so encouraging and less of accuser! That’s what I need 😩😩😩!

    • @catherine2268
      @catherine2268 Před 6 lety +18

      Mrs Kita García that's what a dietitian is supposed to do

    • @yuzulemonmikan
      @yuzulemonmikan Před 6 lety +1

      Sameee

    • @ashley830
      @ashley830 Před 6 lety +1

      It is not hard ask your doctor to speak to a nutritionist.

    • @jessicaevans2564
      @jessicaevans2564 Před 6 lety +23

      Remember she is a dietician. She has certification. Anyone can call themselves a nutritionist. ☺️

    • @kale-bopp
      @kale-bopp Před 5 lety +3

      Can you work off of the tips she shared in the video? They cover 90% of the tips any nutritionist would give you... 50% of your meal should be vegetables, 25% should be protein and the rest should be carbs and fat. Limit or remove gluten, dairy and sugar from your diet. Manage your stress levels to make sure your body responds. That should give you a good start, and after 90 days as you start seeing results you can build off it with other information that’s available on CZcams! It’s a process, but it’s worth it and simple changes are the best way to start. Good luck :)

  • @YasMean
    @YasMean Před 6 lety +82

    The dude with the beard and the glasses... Every time you guys do a video with him based on his health life choices I end up a blubbering mess with tears rolling down my face because he's just so genuinely happy to be alive and to be improving his life.
    He's an inspiration.

  • @crazy-ty7nh
    @crazy-ty7nh Před 6 lety +317

    Sarah may have a thyroid or vitamin/mineral deficiency

  • @alyssapapke
    @alyssapapke Před 6 lety +158

    As someone allergic to milk I would like to point out that whey protein is the protein found in milk.

    • @someguy2135
      @someguy2135 Před 4 lety +4

      Good point. He bought whey protein powder after accepting the challenge to go dairy free.

    • @mattbrune
      @mattbrune Před 4 lety +6

      Some Guy he didn’t know though.

    • @zawiyaabdi9975
      @zawiyaabdi9975 Před 3 lety +1

      Just buy sweetened soy milk :)

    • @ellenkitty000
      @ellenkitty000 Před 3 lety +3

      @@zawiyaabdi9975 cant have sugar on this diet remember xD

  • @christianjones8615
    @christianjones8615 Před 6 lety +257

    I work for a podiatrist and about 75% of the patient's we see are diabetics, whose blood sugars have gotten so high that it begins to cause nerve damage. They lose feeling in their feet (in extreme cases it is in the fingers), don't feel that they have injured themselves, which then results in a wound that is typically infected by the time we see it. This is the leading cause of amputations in diabetics since many don't heal very well. Please take care of yourself and monitor your feet closely!

    • @davidgibson330
      @davidgibson330 Před 6 lety

      give me kiss

    • @parvativillarba753
      @parvativillarba753 Před 6 lety

      Hi, the tip of my big toe has felt numb for months now. Is this a sign of diabetes?

    • @hayleysmith5506
      @hayleysmith5506 Před 6 lety +7

      Parvati Villarba honestly I wouldn’t ask someone on CZcams for medical questions, if it’s still bothering u when u read this I would get it checked out by a doctor just in case. (also it’s hard to properly check your foot when you can’t see it in real life)

    • @parvativillarba753
      @parvativillarba753 Před 6 lety +24

      I got it checked out. I don't have diabetes. My shoes were just too tight

    • @sarahbodelljones
      @sarahbodelljones Před 5 lety +1

      thank you for this reminder:)

  • @emppos432
    @emppos432 Před 6 lety +1310

    I don't like candy or soda, but i love chocolate...
    Oml Zach... So happy for him. 😭

    • @sujurean
      @sujurean Před 6 lety

      I’m the same but like its with soda and cinnamon rolls. 😩 I know that there are types of dark chocolate that are sweetened with stevia so on the plus side, u can give up sugar and keep eating chocolate. it’s a huge jump from milk chocolate though. It’s the same way w/ soda stevia soda exists but the sugar stuff is just 👌👌👌

    • @sicariusperemo3789
      @sicariusperemo3789 Před 6 lety +7

      Make it yourself... 1 Tablespoon Coconut Oil, 1 Teaspoon Cocoa Powder, 1 Teaspoon Stevia! Put it in the Fridge for 30 Minutes = Enjoy a guilt free Snack :) And yes, you could do that more than once, as it is only healthy Fats :)

    • @whitneylawrence1337
      @whitneylawrence1337 Před 6 lety

      I love love chocolate. I had to stop eating it because it kept breaking me out.I miss it 😩

    • @JohnQTaxpayer.
      @JohnQTaxpayer. Před 6 lety

      Nothing wrong with chocolate, it just depends what chocolate.

    • @belindaphillips2779
      @belindaphillips2779 Před 6 lety

      Sicarius Peremo I use cacao powder from Trader Joes!

  • @thinline8504
    @thinline8504 Před 4 lety +53

    I keep coming back to this video.. When I found out I was a pre-diabetic at the age of like 29 I freaked out right away. I thought my life was over for sure until I cam across this video... I watched it everyday on my journey while I tried to beat this sickness... Within 4 months I reversed everything.. I give this video credit... no longer a pre diabetic .

    • @leahjacob3553
      @leahjacob3553 Před 3 lety

      Congratulations. How did you do it? What was your diet?

    • @thinline8504
      @thinline8504 Před 3 lety

      @@leahjacob3553 literally baked fish/ lean meat and veggies everyday. I eliminated sugar and salt from my diet. I also started my morning with a Kale shake or oatmeal daily... I wasn't having soft drinks anymore and I learned to love black coffee :D. within a matter a months I dropped 50 pounds and reversed it.. since this video I gained all my weight back almost 300 poounds now but I managed to retain my diet. still not a diabetic anymore .. my Alc is 5.4 now

    • @leahjacob3553
      @leahjacob3553 Před 3 lety

      @@thinline8504 "5.3" that's wonderful! I wish my A1C was that low 😭. Do you exercise? Why no salt? So, no "wheat or dairy" in your diet, correct? I'm prediabetic and can't seem to lower my A1C. I am going to try it. No more sugar, wheat & dairy.

    • @thinline8504
      @thinline8504 Před 3 lety

      @@leahjacob3553 Yea! I was just working out at the gym and I finished a 10 mile bike ride today .Now I'm drinking a kale shake. I work out everyday ..I eliminated salt mainly because my cholesterol was so high too.. Everything was high.. Lastly, love dairy , and wheat. I don't have dairy everyday but when I do consume dairy it's on a cheat day! I was a pre diabetic too but only for 3 months haha... It's very easy you just need to discipline yourself thats all!

  • @katelynmason9179
    @katelynmason9179 Před 6 lety +145

    Add flavor to your meals, most hot sauces would’ve followed the meal plans and almost all seasonings. Flavor is the key to dieting.

    • @okidoki878
      @okidoki878 Před 5 lety +6

      Hot saucisse have a lot of sugar

    • @starling1226
      @starling1226 Před 4 lety +2

      Oki Doki not true

    • @user-dx5bn4yk4f
      @user-dx5bn4yk4f Před 4 lety +3

      Oki Doki there's seracha and hot sauce with no sugar, always check the label

    • @LYNXlNATOR
      @LYNXlNATOR Před 3 lety

      Flatiron dried peppers are the BEST!!

    • @Kelly101Girl
      @Kelly101Girl Před 3 lety +2

      gotta watch out for the sodium as well

  • @Rebberfoon
    @Rebberfoon Před 6 lety +679

    I'm so happy for Zach!!

    • @mikkurzhal7390
      @mikkurzhal7390 Před 6 lety +4

      Ref I know, right? I've been rooting for him to get a normal A1C since the 20% body fat in six weeks video.

  • @mia101lishious
    @mia101lishious Před 6 lety +274

    She doesn't look 40 at all.

    • @iwnunn7999
      @iwnunn7999 Před 6 lety +9

      Maria Tovar I agree! And she (I think Michele) has a cute, funny personality. Really liked her

    • @sicariusperemo3789
      @sicariusperemo3789 Před 6 lety +11

      Where the heck are you from? Because yes the heck she does! :P

    • @ahmoseh3718
      @ahmoseh3718 Před 6 lety

      Maria Tovar receding hairline

    • @latoyalewis
      @latoyalewis Před 6 lety +1

      Maria Tovar yeah she said 40 I was like maybe she’s making a joke!

    • @michellekempner4076
      @michellekempner4076 Před 3 lety +1

      @@iwnunn7999 thank you! needed to see this today

  • @Kittygory
    @Kittygory Před 5 lety +88

    My jaw dropped when i saw zack’s results😍👏👏 I’ve never been this proud for a stranger

  • @meekeh576
    @meekeh576 Před 6 lety +87

    I cried when Zach talked about his results. I'm so proud of him!

  • @jackyo3327
    @jackyo3327 Před 6 lety +114

    I’m so proud of you Zach you’ve worked so hard in all these videos and it’s paid off.

    • @Strobelf
      @Strobelf Před 6 lety +3

      For real, he's an inspiration.

  • @anastasiaflanary5864
    @anastasiaflanary5864 Před 6 lety +884

    You can’t treat it as a diet, it’s a life style. By eating healthy you are changing your life for the better, ensuring a longer and healthier life.

    • @brittl5778
      @brittl5778 Před 6 lety +24

      But the meaning of a diet is what you eat. A diet doesn't necessarily mean to eat healthy.

    • @Brynwyn123
      @Brynwyn123 Před 6 lety +11

      Britt L they mean what society tends to consider a diet eg a short-term change, usually for weight loss, that tends to deprive to the point of failure

    • @Kaalyn_HOW
      @Kaalyn_HOW Před 6 lety +14

      You DO know that diets are lifestyles, too, right? Diets aren't just weight loss programs or short-term routines. They're what you eat and how you approach food.

    • @Sushigabby
      @Sushigabby Před 6 lety +16

      I think Anastasia meant the fact that they were referring to themselves as " *on* a diet" instead in the way in which you're referring to it~where it'd be " *in* my diet I eat..." you know? everyone *has* a diet, but being *on* a diet is used as a word (in our culture -very commonly) as a short-lived thing. So yes, their diet is what their eating, but it's the lifestyle of how their eating that has changed (as well)

    • @anastasiaflanary5864
      @anastasiaflanary5864 Před 6 lety +2

      Phantrashnumber5 and Al Funcoot, that’s exactly what I meant. Being on a diet and changing you’re diet are very different. Modifying your diet, is to change your lifestyle long term, whereas being ON a diet is typically considered short term, and typically to lose weight.

  • @dariuspop442
    @dariuspop442 Před 6 lety +631

    Damn that woman is stressed asf

  • @amandaspeir-raymond4779
    @amandaspeir-raymond4779 Před 4 lety +37

    I really loved the ending, where she threw out the candy instead of eating it; out of respect for herself. Good job, girl! Before watching the video, my freezer had a couple ice cream buckets and other sweets from Thanks Giving. Did I say had.

  • @mrfashizleboy9486
    @mrfashizleboy9486 Před 6 lety +118

    Congrats Zach you earned that 5.2 celebrate a bit but don’t get too far off the diet.

  • @mollysachs6039
    @mollysachs6039 Před 6 lety +98

    As a type 1 diabetic, I really appreciated and enjoyed this video. Even though it was dedicated to majorly type 2 diabetes, I feel that It is a topic that really needs to be discussed. Even as a type 1 diabetic for several years, I still have trouble with my diet, exercise and maintaining my A1C so I'm really glad that buzzfeed created this video. Congrats to all for putting in the effort and lowering your A1C! Keep up the good work!

    • @lollylula6399
      @lollylula6399 Před 6 lety

      Have you seen the Mastering Diabetes YT channel - "Welcome to the Mastering Diabetes CZcams channel. We will show you how to reverse insulin resistance via low-fat, plant-based, whole-food. This channel is run by Robby Barbaro (living with type 1 diabetes since 2002) and Cyrus Khambatta, PhD (living with type 1 since 2002 as well)" There's a lot of info on there all about diet & exercise with type 1.

  • @dannydayyy
    @dannydayyy Před 5 lety +28

    Wow. What a good friend. Giving candy for completing this challenge. It's like my friend quitting smoking and I reward me by giving him a pack of smokes since he didn't smoke for 3 months.

  • @paanchstudies
    @paanchstudies Před 5 lety +28

    7.6 to 5.3!!!!!! That's freaking amazimg!!! More power to them!

  • @shannonnatalia
    @shannonnatalia Před 6 lety +321

    I love this so so much, especially the message behind it - not just all about weight loss or looks but about health and looking after your body... More videos like this please!

  • @corabrei
    @corabrei Před 6 lety +1000

    I really love these videos and seeing the progress your guys' staff makes!

  • @vani5908
    @vani5908 Před 4 lety +17

    this video made me smile. I have prediabetes and my A1C is 6.1. I feel there’s no hope for me but this video gave me motivation to try my best to bring those sugar levels down. Thank you for putting this out. I really needed it 🥺

  • @Amanda-vl7cb
    @Amanda-vl7cb Před 6 lety +148

    Diabetes really sucks! I was diagnosed with insulin resistance at 15 and even though I tried changing my lifestyle, I got diagnosed with PCOS and borderline Diabetes at 16. My mum's family has a huge history of diabetes too. Controlling the weight when your body's natural mechanism is against you is extremely hard. Sometimes you just want to give up the fight because you're tired of trying so hard but you know that you can't lose.

    • @MM-nk6wz
      @MM-nk6wz Před 6 lety +11

      Try a ketogenic diet, I promise it will help. It is reversing my PCOS and prediabetes, I feel better than I ever have. The secret is eating a keto diet with intermittent fasting with lots of green vegetables. This will restore insulin sensitivity and normal blood sugar levels.

    • @layschipsmarketing8562
      @layschipsmarketing8562 Před 5 lety

      How heavy were you?

    • @TheSoftLifeDiaries
      @TheSoftLifeDiaries Před 5 lety +3

      A year after you posted this but I saw your comment and just wanted to add. I have PCOS too was told I was pre-diabetic. It's a constant struggle especially when a lot of doctors took forever to officially diagnose me. I have recently started a low carb diet and have started to slowly cut out dairy and gluten. It's still hard but I've started to feel much better in the past few months and the weight is starting to come off. Wish you luck on your journey!!

    • @AlexisDimes
      @AlexisDimes Před 5 lety +6

      Please don’t do keto it’s short term results are good but long term doctors see a lot of dehydration. Carbs from fruits and veggies are really important according to decades of scientific research.

    • @andiuptown1711
      @andiuptown1711 Před 5 lety +1

      @@AlexisDimes right!!!

  • @estherjohnson6019
    @estherjohnson6019 Před 6 lety +129

    For any stress-eaters out there, find something that gives you a mental release. Try drawing, reading, writing, working out, painting, just whatever. I do most of the above and it seriously helps with stress.

  • @RadEdits
    @RadEdits Před 6 lety +799

    Any other Type One Diabetics out there watching this?
    (For those confused: type one is more genetic or your body just quits giving you insulin, type two is when your insulin can’t be produced properly.)

    • @Mmemardieve
      @Mmemardieve Před 6 lety +9

      TD1 too!

    • @ElijahRobatz
      @ElijahRobatz Před 6 lety +69

      Rad Edits Me too! I was laughing when he said, "132. That's definitely high"

    • @hippievan80
      @hippievan80 Před 6 lety +41

      ElijahRobatz right? I was like, that's so good, especially after he ate all the foods he said he did. If my sugar could be that after a NORMAL meal, I'd be golden

    • @ElijahRobatz
      @ElijahRobatz Před 6 lety +21

      Same here! If I ate like that My numbers would probably be around 300+ for the rest of the day :/

    • @ashleighjanky6183
      @ashleighjanky6183 Před 6 lety +17

      YEAH THE TYPE 1 DIABETICS

  • @elizabethcalderon8490
    @elizabethcalderon8490 Před 4 lety +6

    To the people in the video and to Buzzfeed -- I'm 27 and recently discovered that I'm prediabetic. I have been trying to look for a video to give me hope that I can overcome this and change for the better. This video lifted the weight off my chest and motivated me so much to do what I can until Jan 2020 when I get retested. Thank you thank you THANK YOU. Wish me luck 🌻

  • @user-pq6wz3yp1v
    @user-pq6wz3yp1v Před 2 lety +11

    Last month I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. I changed my diet and I’ve lost 7 kgs in 30 days. Can’t wait to have my insulin and blood sugar tested again in two months!

  • @kaykay12152
    @kaykay12152 Před 6 lety +1242

    "132 that's definitely high."
    *Not if you just ate ALL the things you listed.*

    • @MeganStevens
      @MeganStevens Před 6 lety +31

      kaykay12152 it’s still high weather he ate them or not. But he was expecting it so if your saying he was surprised then I don’t think he was but yeah idk

    • @MuertoChango
      @MuertoChango Před 6 lety +10

      mine was 552 when I diagnosed myself

    • @hillarymack3207
      @hillarymack3207 Před 6 lety +19

      kaykay12152, no that is not high. Try in the seven hundreds, that's high !

    • @arianaochoa6359
      @arianaochoa6359 Před 6 lety +30

      Normal is 80 - 120, so his was slightly elevated

    • @lukesmith9895
      @lukesmith9895 Před 6 lety +15

      I'm type one and if I have a honey bun my blood sugar goes into the 200's (witthout insulin)

  • @leenaparsons5178
    @leenaparsons5178 Před 6 lety +381

    why did this video make me so emotional?

    • @sicariusperemo3789
      @sicariusperemo3789 Před 6 lety +12

      Because people are eating themselves to death, and it is all reversible! All known folk-diseases is!

    • @leenaparsons5178
      @leenaparsons5178 Před 6 lety +8

      I think it was probably, more specifically, because my dad is diabetic, come to think of it...

    • @lizmowrey9866
      @lizmowrey9866 Před 6 lety

      Same

  • @yazminaguilar2734
    @yazminaguilar2734 Před 4 lety +8

    I always come back to this video.
    I started with my A1C at 7.6 back in June 2019.
    September it was 6.0, but I had only cut out sugar and sodas. Ate pretty much the same, just portion controlled.
    October I went low carb, and I am currently waiting for my A1c results.
    The most important thing to know is that these guys have to maintain this way of eating for life, they will bring their numbers up the moment they start with their old ways.
    Once a diabetic always a diabetic.
    My new doctor was impressed with how my numbers are going down and he too is anxious to see how I do. He said “maybe you’re not diabetic anymore!” 🤦‍♀️

  • @lauraoe3974
    @lauraoe3974 Před 5 lety +85

    Title: We quit dairy...
    Kane: So I got some choclate whey protein

  • @Paigerbaby1976
    @Paigerbaby1976 Před 6 lety +57

    I got my test results back this morning. I have type 2. This video gives me hope that with diet and exercise I might be okay.

    • @reannaa1996
      @reannaa1996 Před 6 lety +4

      good luck!!

    • @somebodypiano6191
      @somebodypiano6191 Před 6 lety +1

      You can do it! I believe in you!

    • @ZainxIqbal
      @ZainxIqbal Před 6 lety +1

      Try keto instead.

    • @yuzulemonmikan
      @yuzulemonmikan Před 6 lety

      Good luck, I hope you're still keeping at it! :)

    • @fenna3823
      @fenna3823 Před 6 lety +1

      A girl named Paige you’re going to be fine! everyone here supports you. just know you’re not the only one, there are surprisingly SOOOO many other people with it too! I was diagnosed I thought i was the only one, look at all the comments. good luck

  • @danykaboulay2856
    @danykaboulay2856 Před 6 lety +16

    Thank you so much for explaining and clarifying the difference between type 1and type 2 diabetes. I have type 1 and it's always reassuring to see that some people aren't ignorant and understand the difference. I like that the info is being put out there. Thanks again!

  • @EH-dt5io
    @EH-dt5io Před 6 lety +1

    Wow, thank you so much for making this video, and for the staff who really stuck to it for 3 months. I've been worried about being pre-diabetic since it runs in my family, and this video was so encouraging and supportive! I feel like I have the push and drive to turn my health around just from watching your journey!

  • @iTzShakenJoE
    @iTzShakenJoE Před 4 lety +49

    Damn her motto at the end brings tears to my eyes. Nutrition is everything!. She's absolutely right. This video changed my life, I reversed my diabetes after watching this! Hell Ya!

  • @christinecox4315
    @christinecox4315 Před 6 lety +24

    Can we just talk about how proud we all need to be of zach?

  • @annabradford2210
    @annabradford2210 Před 6 lety +77

    Society has made diabetes a shameful word and its not okay. As a type 1 diabetic, I constantly have people who don't understand my illness judging me for not taking better care of myself, when there is NOTHING that i could have done differently to prevent it. Yes, most of the time diabetes is a result of poor lifestyle choices, but there are other factors involved and sometimes it can't be prevented.That goes for type 1 and 2 alike.
    Its not my fault I have this for life, and i wish people would stop to think before putting us all into the same shameful box.

    • @kikib.4519
      @kikib.4519 Před 6 lety

      Anna Bradford i agree.

    • @melmar2515
      @melmar2515 Před 6 lety +3

      type 2 is lifestyle...type 1 is something you can't control your body just doesn't produce insulin. I don't understand personally but I know my cousin struggles with type 1 and the remarks people make to him. Yes he has to take care of himself by watching what he eats, but it's not the meals that caused his diabetes.

    • @okaytawni5055
      @okaytawni5055 Před 6 lety

      I agree 110%! I got bullied all throughout elementary and middle school because the parents of the kids taught them that diabetes is caused by eating too much sugar and being "fat". No type one diabetic should have to go through that.

    • @sicariusperemo3789
      @sicariusperemo3789 Před 6 lety

      Diabetes 1, thank your parents... You can still revert it though!

    • @melmar2515
      @melmar2515 Před 6 lety +6

      Sicarius Peremo unfortunately they can't. That's only the case for type 2. People with type 1 are unable to produce insulin or produce very little. There's no cure...they need insulin.

  • @kskitchen-fw7uy
    @kskitchen-fw7uy Před 6 lety +319

    She seems like there is more going on. Thyroid ?

    • @lizmowrey9866
      @lizmowrey9866 Před 6 lety +5

      Meghan kitzel Definitely possible

    • @annjean4369
      @annjean4369 Před 5 lety +3

      Agreed.

    • @annekefaridabellydance6020
      @annekefaridabellydance6020 Před 5 lety +31

      She does seem I'll somehow. Very low energy.

    • @devinngeorge
      @devinngeorge Před 5 lety +3

      Thyroids aren't the cause of erveryrhing and doesn't affect as much ppl try to use as an excuse

    • @abracadabraalakazam.
      @abracadabraalakazam. Před 5 lety +20

      @@devinngeorge No one is making excuses. We're saying that her low energy levels could possibly be related to a thyroid problem

  • @mc-ge2bt
    @mc-ge2bt Před 6 lety +3

    I’m in tears I’m so happy for them!!! My mother became diabetic in her late 60’s and had to hospitalized twice this year alone. I’ve never been more scared in all my life and vowed this will not happen to me. She’s better and in more control.
    Let’s all take better care of ourselves! Again, I’m crying for them! Bravo!!

  • @elinor1968
    @elinor1968 Před 6 lety +51

    Knitting is really good for calming down! I'm addicted to knitting. If I don't knit I will get restless and a bit of anxiety.

  • @georgiawhitehead7764
    @georgiawhitehead7764 Před 6 lety +40

    I'm going to be honest as a type one diabetic I'm happy that BuzzFeed is showing that there are different diabetes however I wish that the differences where in bigger bolder text boxes. Also all the comments about how y'all couldnt do it you could if you had to do it if you didn't want to die just a thought. Also it is diabetes awareness month so thanks for finally showing something related to it

    • @koolchik332
      @koolchik332 Před 6 lety +2

      I'm glad you're one of the few positive Type 1's on this post, most are upset Buzzfeed didn't raise awareness on Type 1 nor specified which type diabetes they were focusing on. You are just as important as someone with Type 2, I appreciate your positivity. Seriously keep that mindset. Also I really truly hope Buzzfeed does a long video on Type 1 diabetes because it's just as important as Type 2.

    • @georgiawhitehead7764
      @georgiawhitehead7764 Před 6 lety

      Brianne Soogrim honestly if we all where upset by this video they'd never make more. Awareness is important on all sides not just mine

    • @fua3493
      @fua3493 Před 6 lety

      I’m making group chats on my Instagram full of type one diabetics! Contact me and I’ll add you to it! @coffeyseann

    • @lindsay127
      @lindsay127 Před 6 lety

      Be strong I know how you feel :)

  • @annaSRNA
    @annaSRNA Před 5 lety +6

    Zack's results made me cry!! What a powerful change. Also his attitude throughout the video was so inspiring. It blows my mind to see three people in only 3 months change their levels so drastically!

  • @savagesimmer6000
    @savagesimmer6000 Před 5 lety +5

    When he said he wasn’t diabetic anymore I actually had to fight back tears. I’m so happy for him!

  • @StephanieSmith1990
    @StephanieSmith1990 Před 6 lety +125

    She suggested no dairy AND she suggested whey protein powder???? Whey=dairy.

    • @firesongwarrior
      @firesongwarrior Před 6 lety +24

      Finally someone mentions it

    • @mayacatlovr
      @mayacatlovr Před 6 lety +39

      Whey doesn't contain as much lactose as other dairy products like milk. Lactose is a carbohydrate. So whey powder is going to be milk protein without the high amounts of lactose which is the real thing that they are trying to avoid.

    • @StephanieSmith1990
      @StephanieSmith1990 Před 6 lety +7

      Fair enough, but I'm lactose intolerant and can't handle even the smallest amount without getting lots of inflammation. Whey would make me spend a long time in the bathroom and give me lots of pimples for sure.

    • @kaceytalbot5660
      @kaceytalbot5660 Před 6 lety +4

      I'm also lactose intolerant but whey and casein protein powders are actually fine for me. Kinda depends on the person, and obviously if the powders are contaminated with lactose 🤷🏽‍♀️

    • @DomesticHausWitch
      @DomesticHausWitch Před 6 lety +1

      My bf is lactose intolerant & he can eat certain cheese like sharp cheddar & parmesan. He also drinks Fairlife milk. Not all dairy has lactose

  • @hannahstacey2731
    @hannahstacey2731 Před 6 lety +38

    Can a video please be made about type 1 diabetes? It's very different in every aspect. No one ever shows us in the media. Especially since they get the chance to fix themselves and type 1 will never get that chance.

    • @Blackbearswan
      @Blackbearswan Před 6 lety +1

      Hannah Stacey I totally agree. I think they should do a video about all types of diabetes not just type 1 and 2. Honestly my type of diabetes is down at the bottom and no one knows about it

    • @okaytawni5055
      @okaytawni5055 Před 6 lety

      I agree!

    • @rebeccawright5987
      @rebeccawright5987 Před 6 lety

      They need to make a video series on the various types of diabetes, because there's not just three types (types 1 & 2 and gestational.)

  • @heykelly
    @heykelly Před 6 lety +174

    She's 40?!?! Damn girl!

    • @dilyanahristova2321
      @dilyanahristova2321 Před 5 lety +5

      the end made me so happy for her.. ;♡;

    • @FitnessSweets
      @FitnessSweets Před 5 lety +5

      I thought late 20s!

    • @iTzShakenJoE
      @iTzShakenJoE Před 4 lety

      I'd beat..

    • @michellekempner4076
      @michellekempner4076 Před 3 lety +3

      Thank you! I just rewatched the video because I want to go back on the diet and reading the comments was making me sad. Thanks for the kind words. 43 now! But feeling great just wanting to reset my eating due to too much pandemic sourdough.

  • @torimolloy5312
    @torimolloy5312 Před 5 lety +2

    I’ve don’t know how many times I’ve watched this video and hearing him say he isn’t diabetic anymore kinda made me cry. I have been a type one diabetic for fifteen years now and I’m super close with diabetic both type one and two. I love hearing type two diabetics say they aren’t diabetic any however it does make me a little sad cause I am a type one which means I’ll have it forever. Thing is I love being diabetic it has made me more confident in myself and I’ve also been able to talk more about it if anyone has questions. Thank you for this video it made me happy that he said he was not longer diabetic. Also thank you for inserting notes about the two type. People tend to only know one.

  • @IshanAli
    @IshanAli Před 6 lety +902

    Sugar is like a drug to me

    • @CamiNik
      @CamiNik Před 6 lety +72

      Ishan Ali sugar IS a drug.

    • @FeyPax
      @FeyPax Před 6 lety +22

      Yeah. It is a drug and it totally affects me like a drug.

    • @jc_8119
      @jc_8119 Před 6 lety +15

      My own personal brand of heroin......

    • @recklesspotato
      @recklesspotato Před 6 lety +24

      Its actually more addictive than heroin and many other intoxicants

    • @snortymcgout
      @snortymcgout Před 6 lety +7

      It's a very socially accepted drug and like all drugs they should be used in moderation

  • @saraangel6696
    @saraangel6696 Před 6 lety +19

    I have never had this particular blood work done, but I have a history of diabetes type 2 in my family (besides high blood pressure and cancer), and this video... Honestly, it's amazing! I am so happy for all of you! I might get those blood tests done and start from there, see how prone I am right now to develop one of those...

  • @amandarosefoell703
    @amandarosefoell703 Před 5 lety +4

    I literally cried when Zack got his results. Being from a diabetic family, I struggle with this thought all the time. Hope you guys stay on track.

  • @JoshuaHenelyThornhill
    @JoshuaHenelyThornhill Před 6 lety

    I'm so happy for all of them ! Especially Zach, he was so relieved by this news, it showed on his face :) His smile was so warm, you could feel it as if he was in front of you !!! *HURRAY FOR YALL 3 ! YOU GUYS ROCKED IT !!*

  • @tealdiamonds23
    @tealdiamonds23 Před 6 lety +16

    Ugh I’m prediabetic and during the holidays it makes it way harder to manage. But when you drop sugar you don’t want it as much after 22 days. Eating fruit instead of candy or chocolate or other sugary things can calm the craving but it takes a long time to get used to it

    • @casy6203
      @casy6203 Před 6 lety

      tealdiamonds23 you got this, I just got through two potlucks without trying anything. just eat before going to family and keep the eye on the prize..you can do it!!!

    • @sicariusperemo3789
      @sicariusperemo3789 Před 6 lety

      Careful still, Fruit is not as healthy as you may thing! Go for Berries instead, same Vitamins, 1/4 Sugar load! If you need them to be more Sweet, add some Stevia to it :) Also remember, Fructose, has to be treated by your Liver like Alcohol ;) No Alcohol is not as bad as it gets reputation for...

  • @reyyanyildiz
    @reyyanyildiz Před 6 lety +8

    OMG I AM SO SO SO SO SO PROUD OF ZACH. He really deserved it. He was consistent and didn't give up and had the biggest results. Big props!!

  • @bulcub
    @bulcub Před 5 lety +12

    Being a type 2 diabectic you have to develope lifestyle changes, What I like was that no diabetic medication was prescribed!!! exercise, good/correct diet, stress mgmt and what cannot be taught is fighting your demons!!! It is a major psychological battle but can be won and thru practice/modification the goals can be reached.

    • @jays9572
      @jays9572 Před 5 lety +1

      bulcub yeah as a type 1 I can see that type 2 is also hard to manage. :) good luck

  • @laharireddy7860
    @laharireddy7860 Před 6 lety +30

    I really want to know the meal plan they used, and I want to see more of Zach's journey

  • @thisboringgirlhere
    @thisboringgirlhere Před 6 lety +4

    I love videos like this because not only are they showing how important this is to everyone, but theyre helping the people in the video turn their lives around. makes a difference, man

  • @saivenkatpokala8137
    @saivenkatpokala8137 Před 6 lety +1351

    Why did u throw chocolate in trash just don't waste give to your friend

    • @MC-rh1ds
      @MC-rh1ds Před 6 lety +129

      You’ll just be passing on diabetes to your friend

    • @jasminebaskin4226
      @jasminebaskin4226 Před 6 lety +7

      scribblefrog 5000 good point 🤯

    • @shinoubae8423
      @shinoubae8423 Před 6 lety +10

      scribblefrog 5000 I guess give it someone that's super healthy??

    • @shinoubae8423
      @shinoubae8423 Před 6 lety

      it to*

    • @MC-up9nx
      @MC-up9nx Před 6 lety +14

      Diabetes isn't for sharing

  • @ashleylarose7473
    @ashleylarose7473 Před 6 lety +1

    Wow I love this! It was so inspirational and great to watch. I'm crying tears of joy especially for Zach! And the lady in the video, I'm so proud of her because stress is such a killer to control. I hope she's able to continue managing her stress. What an awesome video!

  • @ironicusername240
    @ironicusername240 Před 6 lety +1

    I’m literally so happy for everyone and especially Zach. His journey has been so inspiring!! Congratulations you look amazing!!

  • @tierraconyers3309
    @tierraconyers3309 Před 6 lety +35

    I'm 19 years old and weigh in the mid 300s and just got word last week that I am not pre diabetic or diabetic. This video really did give me some great pointers, I'm definitely gonna look into what diabetes.org has to offer. This is honestly really motivating. I love all of the videos that Kane and Zach in particular have down about their health transitions. Their openess about these topics have really helped me understand my own journey.

    • @iTzShakenJoE
      @iTzShakenJoE Před 5 lety

      Yea 19, and 300 is not good. Please take care of yourself !its very important

    • @Julie-qr9ow
      @Julie-qr9ow Před 5 lety

      Im 19 too and weight in the Low 200s but I actually have pre diabetes so you're really lucky!!!

  • @Heyitskkaye
    @Heyitskkaye Před 6 lety +16

    As a type 2 diabetic, I love this video. It's not a diet, it's a lifestyle, lol

  • @daniquevandenberg3006
    @daniquevandenberg3006 Před 6 lety +4

    I'm so proud of everyone!!! You guys did great😘😘😘

  • @jessNAmess
    @jessNAmess Před 6 lety

    Oh my goodness! I'm so proud of you guys! Especially Zach, you go man! Seeing your A1C results were just amazing! I love the way you picked yourself up again after you felt like you had failed yourself. Keep it up. I hope you guys are as proud of yourselves as I am of you all right now!

  • @janae7446
    @janae7446 Před 6 lety +305

    THERE IS A DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TYPE 1 AND 2 OMG

    • @fua3493
      @fua3493 Před 6 lety +4

      Jay text me on Instagram to start a group chat of type one diabetics, I’m trying to get as much as possible! @coffeyseann

    • @janae7446
      @janae7446 Před 6 lety +1

      K I requested to follow you

    • @cyberswimming
      @cyberswimming Před 6 lety +14

      this thread made me gain faith in humanity for a minute

    • @emmawoods8103
      @emmawoods8103 Před 6 lety +1

      Oooo can I join I’m t1d

    • @aaliyahnordstrand3780
      @aaliyahnordstrand3780 Před 6 lety +22

      yes preach it please, I’m a type 1 diabetic and the frustration is real

  • @GlowandLuna
    @GlowandLuna Před 6 lety +803

    5 months to make a 12 minute video. Should of been a series.

    • @notsosure5924
      @notsosure5924 Před 6 lety +3

      Torie Paige Thank you

    • @tessapalanek4030
      @tessapalanek4030 Před 6 lety +11

      Wholeheartedly agree! It would have been wonderful to watch them as they progressed along their journey.

    • @darkchocolat1214
      @darkchocolat1214 Před 6 lety +15

      Agreed! It’s hard to give people a realistic idea of making lifestyle changes in a short, snappy video.

    • @eleonoramustafaeva1303
      @eleonoramustafaeva1303 Před 6 lety +4

      Nooo noooooo! This is exactly how buzzfeed should be, not dragged-on series.

  • @123baez
    @123baez Před 6 lety +1

    Was diagnosed in Sept of 2016, at 23 years old and this lifestyle change has been a struggle, specifically emotionally and trying to maintain stress levels. This video definitely gave me encouragement. Especially seeing the 7.2 drop into the 5.0 range. Thank you.

  • @DrunkenVampire
    @DrunkenVampire Před 6 lety +1

    This video was so important to be made because I’m only 20 and my A1C came back as a 10.2 and I never thought it would happen to me because it has always been low and now I’m starting to try to change my diet and workout more and it’s just been really hard and to see others struggle and achieve their goals really helped. Thanks Buzzfeed !!!

  • @Randoldiaz
    @Randoldiaz Před 6 lety +15

    The keto diet plus fasting practically cured me of my diabetes.

  • @crowley1114
    @crowley1114 Před 6 lety +37

    Zach looks really damn good damn

  • @mimib___6709
    @mimib___6709 Před 5 lety +1

    I can only imagine what my cortisol levels are, and have been over the past 2 months. I understand what the lady was going through. Stress can be devastating...Zach, my guy, I am beyond prpud of you! Good job everyone! This was inspiring

  • @Aome1414
    @Aome1414 Před 6 lety +3

    I'm a Type 1 diabetic, and I know type 1 and type 2 are different but honestly the fact that someone very populat is finally making a video like this and showing what the basics of helping the individual are is great!

  • @eflavell
    @eflavell Před 6 lety +24

    Whey is dairy soooo that protein does not follow this??

  • @gothempress
    @gothempress Před 6 lety +4

    I love that 3 body types were represented here. Diabetes doesn't affect just one demographic. This was super inspirational for me to watch considering my own health challenges I'm facing.

  • @noahstanlaske3061
    @noahstanlaske3061 Před 5 lety +13

    They should do a type 1 version so people could realize how different the two types are

  • @June-pg9is
    @June-pg9is Před 3 lety +2

    My hubby came home with a diagnosis of diabetes -on the high scale - the day we first saw this. It really inspired us (especially Zach).1 year later of eating better -smaller regular meals, glucose stablizing foods( more pulses), less processed foods,no more takeaways or lunch bar food - he lost weight, lost diabetes and also came out down the bottom of the scale so was not even prediabetic! And he still has beers

  • @catcher0
    @catcher0 Před 6 lety +4

    aahhh, i’ve been very worried. i am afraid i might have prediabetes or diabetes, so i’ve been kinda. avoiding the topic with doctors. i didn’t know you could beat diabetes before this video, and it’s making me feel a lot better. i’m also so glad zach beat his after his journey. i’m very proud of him & inspired for myself

  • @aring.6307
    @aring.6307 Před 6 lety +3

    I'm so happy for Zach, he's always so inspirational with his goals!

  • @MissTXTee
    @MissTXTee Před 5 lety

    Such a motivational video! I appreciated how they showed the slip-ups, which still ended up in each person achieving their goal.

  • @Jessielmaowhat
    @Jessielmaowhat Před 6 lety +2

    My dad suffered a stroke about a year ago due to underlying diabetes which led to a blood clot. Lifestyle changes make the world of a difference. He spent almost 2 months in hospital but got out and has since quit drinking, manage's 8000 steps a day and eats clean. The change is worth the results.

  • @niffler09
    @niffler09 Před 6 lety +10

    Kane's food looked sooo good! Also, yay for knitting!

  • @debsteinshouer4746
    @debsteinshouer4746 Před 6 lety +55

    Altho it's wonderful they all lowered their A1C levels, Zach is *NOT* diabetes free. He's in REMISSION. My husband did the same thing. With exercise, meds & correct diet (& losing 45 lbs), after 16 mo. he too got off meds. But he can *never* go back to the old habits/food.

    • @AlexisDimes
      @AlexisDimes Před 5 lety +1

      Deb Steinshouer why is that? What happens when he goes back on that normal diet he used to eat?

    • @iknowyoureright5142
      @iknowyoureright5142 Před 5 lety +11

      Alexis Dimes He will relapse into diabetes

    • @XEveryoneLovesEmilyX
      @XEveryoneLovesEmilyX Před 5 lety +9

      That is what he said...it can come back

    • @sadonionsneeze4248
      @sadonionsneeze4248 Před 5 lety +3

      I mean even if he can't this is still generally a better diet for overall health see so it might be good to stick to it.

    • @TheShadowBee
      @TheShadowBee Před 4 lety +11

      I mean, obviously if you go back to the habits that made you sick, you're gonna get sick again.

  • @elizabethospina1418
    @elizabethospina1418 Před 6 lety

    This video couldn't have come at a better time, I've been so stressed about the possibility of getting diabetes. I'm prone to it and my mother has it so it's something that's always on my mind, this was so inspiring I need to try this! Can you guys make another video and show the meal plans you were given? That would help a whole lot!

  • @TivonTM
    @TivonTM Před 5 lety +4

    I’m so happy for all three of them. Really inspiring to lower sugar intake in a healthy, realistic way