Diabetes, The Silent Killer: How I Survived with Eric “EK” Ray

Eric EK Ray

Eric “EK” Ray, author of the book Diabetes, The Silent Killer: How I Survived, which he shares the intimate details of his struggle with his weight and how he started on his road to living a healthy lifestyle joins Entrepreneurial Fit Radio! Mr. Ray is also the CEO of EK Healthy Living.

Listen to interview with host Eric Dye & guests Eric “EK” Ray discuss the following:

  • You nearly lost your life to complication with Diabetes. When were you first diagnosed with diabetes and what steps did you take to deal with the diagnosis?
  • You experienced dramatic weight loss. How much did you lose and what did you do to get healthy?
  • How do you maintain your healthy habits and what are some simple things the everyday people can do to be more healthy?
  • What prompted you to write the book and what do you hope that people take away from it?
  • What advice would you give to anyone trying to achieve more healthy goals and what is the future of EK Healthy Living?
  • Where can folks buy your book and book you as a healthy speaker for their event?

Duration: 11:36

EK was dangerously ill with diabetes – and he didn’t know it. Now 150 pounds lighter, he’s a healthy fitness enthusiast. And the road ahead looks long and inviting, even without the cheeseburgers and fries he loves. With a family history of diabetes, Eric knew he had to start paying attention to his health and cut back on the fast foods he was consuming during hectic workdays. After suddenly feeling weak and light-headed, he finally went for tests, which confirmed he had type-2 diabetes. “I was immediately put on insulin – just as my body was starting to shut down from diabetic ketoacidosis,” Eric says, who is 38 years old. “I was rushed to the hospital where I stayed for a week. I realized I had put my life in peril.”

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Eric eventually began to recover. Soon he began the challenging road to health by learning how to eat properly and exercise regularly. “I learned a lot from my diabetic educator, and Merck provided information on treatment options and tips on how to maintain my blood-sugar level, so I could take care of myself properly.”

Because of Eric’s remarkable transformation, he’s reduced his need for medication. Under the guidance of his doctor and with input from Merck, he’s gone from four to five shots of insulin a day to a twice-daily combination of oral medications.

With a healthy body and a great attitude, Eric now wants to help others. “I’ll even go shopping with my friends to help them buy healthier food. I try to open their eyes.”

EK is a native Washingtonian and traveling the country speaking to communities to bring awareness to the resources that are available to prevent and fight diabetes. EK has also written a book called: Diabetes, The Silent Killer: How I Survived, which he shares the intimate details of his struggle with his weight and how he started on his road to living a healthy lifestyle!

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Links: www.ekhealthyliving.com

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