How a 52 Year Old Man Lost 150 Pounds Using the Principles of Success

How I Overcame Type 2 Diabetes and Lost 150 Pounds Using the Principles of Success

Hi, I’m Wayne Wydrzynski, a Northern Indiana - Southern Michigan-based entrepreneur. Over the past six decades, I’ve been involved in many different businesses, but none of my ventures compare to the journey I took to reclaim my health and life. Through my company, Online Deals An More LLC, and this blog, I share not just business insights — but also my personal transformation story.

From Factory Roots to Entrepreneurial Spirit

I was born into a working-class family. My dad worked in a factory, as did his father before him. He once told me, “There are only three ways to get rich: be born into it, marry into it, or steal it.” I never agreed with that. I always believed there had to be a better way.

In the early 1960s, I started studying the principles of success — sparked, oddly enough, by watching Gilligan’s Island. While other boys admired Ginger, I wanted to be the Millionaire. That desire fueled a lifelong pursuit of knowledge and self-betterment.

Health Crisis at 52

By 2005, I had achieved business success — but my health had deteriorated. At 325 pounds and 47% body fat, I was obese. My daily diet included biscuits and gravy, fast food, sodas, and sweets. I worked a sedentary desk job and didn’t move much.

Then, the symptoms began:

• Constant fatigue
• Unquenchable thirst
• Frequent urination
• Numb hands and feet
• Chronic joint and back pain
• Dizziness and headaches

I didn’t realize it at the time, but I was dying — slowly, painfully, and from the inside out.

The Devastating Diagnosis

Following my annual blood test, I got a call from the lab technician urging me to see my doctor immediately. My blood looked like a strawberry milkshake — a sign of extremely high triglycerides.

The diagnosis:

• Type 2 Diabetes
• Triglycerides over 3600 (normal is around 100)
• High blood pressure
• Insulin dependency

My doctor told me she'd never seen triglyceride levels that high in someone still alive. She said reversing my condition would require an entire lifestyle change — something she had never seen a patient accomplish.

I Was Depressed — Then I Got Mad

Sitting in my sunroom, I broke down. I didn’t want to live like this. I threw my glucose monitor across the room and yelled, “I’m not going to do this!” But then something clicked.

Enter Google — And the Principles of Success

Knowledge is king. I dove into research and discovered that Type 2 Diabetes is a metabolic disorder — tied directly to lifestyle. That meant there was hope.

Armed with information and fueled by the same success principles I used in business, I began my transformation:

• I overhauled my diet
• I adopted consistent exercise habits
• I tracked my progress daily
• I stayed focused on my goals

The Results

• Weight loss: 150 pounds (from 325 to 180)
• Waist: Down to 34 inches
• Off insulin for over 10 years
• Blood pressure normalized (no more meds)
• Blood sugar: Normal levels

A New Mission

I’m not a doctor, trainer, or nutritionist — just a guy who didn’t want to die. This blog is here to share what I’ve learned and inspire others to reclaim their lives too.

Coming Up Next

In my next post, I’ll break down what I learned from my deep-dive research into Type 2 Diabetes — and the exact steps I took to reverse it.

? If my story resonates with you, please leave a comment below and share this with someone who needs hope.

? Learn more about my business at Online Deals And More.

Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional. Please consult with your healthcare provider before making any major lifestyle changes.

How I Overcame Type 2 Diabetes and Lost 150 Pounds Using the Principles of Success

Hi, I’m Wayne Wydrzynski, a Northern Indiana - Southern Michigan-based entrepreneur. Over the past six decades, I’ve been involved in many different businesses, but none of my ventures compare to the journey I took to reclaim my health and life. Through my company, Online Deals An More LLC, and this blog, I share not just business insights — but also my personal transformation story.

From Factory Roots to Entrepreneurial Spirit

I was born into a working-class family. My dad worked in a factory, as did his father before him. He once told me, “There are only three ways to get rich: be born into it, marry into it, or steal it.” I never agreed with that. I always believed there had to be a better way.

In the early 1960s, I started studying the principles of success — sparked, oddly enough, by watching Gilligan’s Island. While other boys admired Ginger, I wanted to be the Millionaire. That desire fueled a lifelong pursuit of knowledge and self-betterment.

Health Crisis at 52

By 2005, I had achieved business success — but my health had deteriorated. At 325 pounds and 47% body fat, I was obese. My daily diet included biscuits and gravy, fast food, sodas, and sweets. I worked a sedentary desk job and didn’t move much.

Then, the symptoms began:

• Constant fatigue
• Unquenchable thirst
• Frequent urination
• Numb hands and feet
• Chronic joint and back pain
• Dizziness and headaches

I didn’t realize it at the time, but I was dying — slowly, painfully, and from the inside out.

The Devastating Diagnosis

Following my annual blood test, I got a call from the lab technician urging me to see my doctor immediately. My blood looked like a strawberry milkshake — a sign of extremely high triglycerides.

The diagnosis:

• Type 2 Diabetes
• Triglycerides over 3600 (normal is around 100)
• High blood pressure
• Insulin dependency

My doctor told me she'd never seen triglyceride levels that high in someone still alive. She said reversing my condition would require an entire lifestyle change — something she had never seen a patient accomplish.

I Was Depressed — Then I Got Mad

Sitting in my sunroom, I broke down. I didn’t want to live like this. I threw my glucose monitor across the room and yelled, “I’m not going to do this!” But then something clicked.

Enter Google — And the Principles of Success

Knowledge is king. I dove into research and discovered that Type 2 Diabetes is a metabolic disorder — tied directly to lifestyle. That meant there was hope.

Armed with information and fueled by the same success principles I used in business, I began my transformation:

• I overhauled my diet
• I adopted consistent exercise habits
• I tracked my progress daily
• I stayed focused on my goals

The Results

• Weight loss: 150 pounds (from 325 to 180)
• Waist: Down to 34 inches
• Off insulin for over 10 years
• Blood pressure normalized (no more meds)
• Blood sugar: Normal levels

A New Mission

I’m not a doctor, trainer, or nutritionist — just a guy who didn’t want to die. This blog is here to share what I’ve learned and inspire others to reclaim their lives too.

Coming Up Next

In my next post, I’ll break down what I learned from my deep-dive research into Type 2 Diabetes — and the exact steps I took to reverse it.

? If my story resonates with you, please leave a comment below and share this with someone who needs hope.

? Learn more about my business at Online Deals And More.

Disclaimer: I am not a medical professional. Please consult with your healthcare provider before making any major lifestyle changes.