2025 Member results at a glance:
- Blood glucose: 87% of members improved their HbA1c;
- Non-diabetes blood glucose levels: Two-thirds returned their blood glucose to non-diabetes levels.
- Weight loss: 93% of members lost weight, averaging a 10 kg weight loss; 82% experienced a reduction in waistline circumference, with an average decrease of 8 cm.
- Medication reduction: 62% reduced or stopped insulin; 35% reduced or stopped other diabetes medications.
- Confidence & knowledge: Two-thirds of members feel more confident managing their diabetes with diet alone.
- Long-term impact: 95% of members who used the program for two years or more maintained stable blood glucose levels.
So, you’ve heard about this “low carb approach” to diabetes. You’ve read that it can lead to weight loss, reduce the need for medications and even improve your blood glucose levels.
But, on the other side of the fence, your GP seems not to know much about it, your friends are sceptical and cutting back on toast and cereal seems a bit… well, hard.
So, we asked our 4000 members what they think about following the Defeat Diabetes low carb approach and the results they’ve seen. Turns out, what you’ve read is right: you can achieve effortless weight loss, improve your HbA1c and even stop taking medications (with your GP’s supervision) by following the Defeat Diabetes Program.
And the best bit? According to our members, it’s not that hard - with Defeat Diabetes support.
1. 87% improved their blood glucose
It’s the difference between living with diabetes and living without it.
“Within 3 months, my HbA1c dropped from 7% to 5.4%. I’m living proof this program works.” — Steve, 59, member for 12 months
2. Two in three reached non-diabetes blood glucose levels
With the right support, members aren’t just managing type 2 diabetes; they’re reversing the numbers that define it.
“My HbA1c dropped to 6.2%, so I’m in remission after 20 years with type 2 diabetes. The program is not hard to follow. I’ll continue this way of eating because I want to look after myself.” — Bill, 86, diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 2005.
3. 93% lost weight within 12 weeks
Members lost an average of 10 kg and trimmed 8 cm from their waistlines.
“I’ve lost 22 kg and I’m off metformin. For the first time I actually believe I’ll keep the weight off. It’s been easy.” — Mick, member since 2024, diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 2017.
4. 62% reduced or stopped insulin
And 1 in 3 reduced or stopped other diabetes medications. Less reliance on prescriptions. More confidence in their own choices.
“I have lost weight and dropped my fast-acting insulin. The program is easier than I thought.” — Stephen, diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 2005.
5. 95% maintained their results after two years
Real change isn’t about a quick fix. Nearly all long-term members have maintained stable blood glucose for years.
“I’ve been on the Defeat Diabetes Program for four years; I joined when I was diagnosed with prediabetes. Within three months I had reversed it. I love the food and the way it makes me feel.” —Rachael, diagnosed with prediabetes 2021.
6. Even after 10+ years of diabetes, 60% improved their blood glucose
It’s never too late to take back control.
“Within four months, I was off metformin completely. That was after 15 years of taking it!” — Erica, diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 2010.
7. Two-thirds feel more confident managing diabetes with diet alone
Knowledge builds confidence and confidence builds lasting change.
“I lost 26 kg and my HbA1c is in non-diabetes range. The results will follow if you’re committed to learning how to manage type 2 diabetes through diet. It’s simple, not complicated. It just makes sense.” — Shane, diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 2008.
A movement that’s changing lives
When we shared these results with Defeat Diabetes founder Dr Peter Brukner, he said, “This is why I started Defeat Diabetes. Being the medical doc for the Australian Cricket team was an incredible honour, but never in my wildest dreams did I think I could transform the health of thousands of people. Nobody has to ‘put up’ with their diagnosis of type 2 diabetes being a progressive disease. You can take back control of your health. There is hope.”
Our member survey results reveal a simple yet powerful truth: Type 2 diabetes doesn’t have to be a life sentence. With education, community support and the right approach, people can change their health story. For good.
As one member, Shirley, summed it up:
“You no longer have to accept that type 2 diabetes is a progressive disease. The most important thing the Defeat Diabetes Program gives you is hope.”
