My friend John is an inspiration, and he’s starting to share his story. Snapshot February 2010: a 1 year old daughter, no insurance, overweight, blood sugar over 600, and desperate for help in a system that excluded him from health care.

Facing the prospect of an early death, he began reading everything he could about diabetes and nutrition and began his journey back to health by following a low carb, then a ketogenic diet.

I’m glad he’s sharing his story, because the John of 2010, sick and without meaningful guidance or help from healthcare providers, is a frighteningly common experience for many people. By sharing his story, he gives hope to innumerable people in the same circumstance, sick and desperate to reclaim their health.

So take a moment when you have some time and get to know John.