How Curtis Lowered His A1c From 10% to 5.6% and Stopped Metformin

When Curtis first joined DMP as a member, he had been living with type 2 diabetes for more than 12 years.

He had also survived a heart attack and triple bypass surgery five years earlier.

You might think a major heart event like that would have been the turning point. But as Curtis shared, even that did not fully shift his day-to-day habits.

Like many people living with type 2 diabetes, he continued doing the best he could with the information he had, while his health was still moving in the wrong direction.

The real wake-up call came when his vision started changing.

Curtis had worn glasses for many years, but when his eyesight began shifting almost daily, he knew something had to change. His blood sugar readings were often in the 200s, and one day he saw a reading of 274 mg/dL.

As Curtis put it, “This has got to stop.”

Finding a New Way Forward

Curtis spends a lot of time driving, so he started searching for podcasts about type 2 diabetes.

That’s when he found the Type 2 Diabetes Talk podcast.

The first episode he listened to was about potatoes. That episode made him stop and think about how everyday foods were affecting his blood sugar.

After listening for a couple of weeks, Curtis joined the DMP Membership.

At first, he was looking for information he could trust. Like many people, he had found the internet confusing. There was too much conflicting advice, and it was hard to know what was reliable and what was not.

What helped Curtis most was seeing how the information matched his own results.

He began testing, tracking, and learning how different foods affected his blood sugar. Instead of guessing, he started connecting the dots.

What Curtis Changed

Before joining DMP, Curtis’ meals often included foods like potatoes, pasta, and other higher-carb options. He had also been trying to follow common “healthy eating” advice, including low-fat and fat-free foods.

But as he learned more, he began making practical substitutions.

For example, when his wife made spaghetti, they started using spiralized zucchini instead of pasta.

They also began focusing more on clean eating and reducing processed foods.

This is important because Curtis did not describe his success as extreme or impossible. In fact, he said it was not as hard as he thought it would be.

That does not mean every choice was easy.

There were still moments when cookies were available, or when he had to decide whether to stay on track. But seeing how far he had come made those decisions easier.

His focus was not perfection.

It was consistency.

More Than Better Numbers

While the numbers are powerful, Curtis’ story is about more than lab results.

He started sleeping better. He had more energy. His gut health improved. He felt better overall.

And perhaps most importantly, he had a clear reason to keep going.

Curtis said one of his biggest motivations was wanting to be around for his granddaughter.

That “why” mattered.

When you are making daily decisions about food, activity, testing, and health, motivation matters. It helps you stay connected to the bigger picture, especially on days when things feel difficult.

For Curtis, the goal was not simply to lower a number on a lab report.

It was to be healthier, more present, and more able to enjoy life with the people he loves.

Consistency Over Perfection

One of the most powerful lessons in Curtis’ story is that he did not achieve these results by being perfect.

He made small, consistent choices. He learned how food affected his blood sugar. He used substitutions that made meals work better for his body.

He tracked his numbers, worked with his doctors, leaned on DMP support, and stayed connected to his reason for making change.

Curtis’ Advice to Others

Curtis’ advice is simple but powerful: diabetes management is a marathon, not a sprint.

His advice was to celebrate small wins, no matter how small.

Small wins matter. A better breakfast matters. A lower post-meal blood sugar reading matters. A few pounds lost matters. One medication reduced matters. These small changes begin to stack up.

He also recommends tracking blood sugar, food, and how different choices affect your body. That information helped him understand what was working and gave his doctors useful information when discussing medication changes.

He also emphasized the importance of support.

You do not need to reinvent the wheel. You do not have to figure everything out alone.

That is such an important message.

As Curtis said, other people have already walked this road—you just have to see hundreds of stories from our members.

You can learn from them, lean on DMP support, and use a proven system instead of trying to piece everything together by yourself.

A New Direction for His Health

Curtis’ story is a powerful reminder that it is never too late to make meaningful changes.

Even after more than a decade with type 2 diabetes. Even after a heart attack and triple bypass. Even after years of high blood sugar.

Change is still possible.

But perhaps the most powerful part of his story is what he said at the beginning of his interview:

“You have saved my life.”

That is the kind of result that goes far beyond numbers.

It is the result of being a member with DMP—the education, support, commitment, consistent action and encouragement.

And Curtis’ story shows what can happen when someone stops feeling overwhelmed, starts learning what really works, and takes steady steps in the right direction.

One Year Later: How Is Curtis Doing Now?

Many people can achieve short-term results. The real challenge is maintaining them—that’s what we help our members do.

Recently, Curtis shared a one-year update on his progress. Despite business travel, a major kitchen renovation, and all the disruptions that come with real life, he has maintained the vast majority of his improvements.

“Small, consistent changes really do add up over time. There will be good days and bad days, but every healthy choice moves you in the right direction.”

— Curtis

That message perfectly captures what Curtis’ journey has been about from the beginning.

This is not about chasing perfection or quick fixes. It is about maintaining a healthier life for the long term. Just small, consistent changes that add up over time.

“A year ago, I never imagined I’d be where I am today. Stay the course, trust the process, and celebrate every victory-no matter how small. YOU CAN DO THIS!” – Curtis

What We Can Learn From Curtis’ Story

Curtis’ journey highlights several important lessons for anyone living with type 2 diabetes.

First, it’s never too late to make meaningful improvements. Curtis had been living with type 2 diabetes for more than 12 years and had already experienced a heart attack and triple bypass surgery. Yet significant improvements were still possible.

Second, small changes can lead to big results over time. Curtis didn’t rely on extreme diets or perfection. Instead, he focused on learning DMPs proven guidelines that focus on foods that work best for diabetes, making practical substitutions, and staying consistent.

Third, tracking matters. By monitoring his blood sugar and paying attention to how different foods affected him, Curtis was able to make more informed decisions and see the impact of his choices.

Finally, support can make a huge difference. Rather than trying to figure everything out on his own, Curtis learned from others who had already walked the same path and used DMPs proven system to guide his decisions.

As Curtis’ one-year update shows, success isn’t just about achieving results. It’s about building habits that help you maintain them long term. That’s exactly what we teach inside DMP Membership.

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