question: Hi Doc, I have been having trouble getting myself back into shape. I use to be pretty healthy and active…but, I am struggling. I have diabetes mellitus, type 2 with renal complications, chronic kidney disease stage 3, GFR 30-59 ml/min. Insomnia is a real problem. Today, I checked myself into a Curves one week free work out. I am embarrassed to tell you that I weigh 163 pounds. That is awful. Question: can this stage of kidney disease be reversed if I loose 35-40 pounds and cut out all sugar, flour and high fat processed foods? My oxygen is 100% even though I have asthma. I have been able to manage my asthma well. Oh ya, I am 55 years old…50+ years young is how I have been described not so long ago. My motto was always to be 50 and FIT, but, I now find myself at 55 and FAT. I would appreciate any advise and encouragement. Thank you Doc, Patti Jo Bucklin