Physically, my health at best can be termed as poor. I am gaining weight, cannot manage my diet the way it is necessary. I feel tired always. The usual chores at home seem very hard now; I feel fatigued. I am fairly irritable (Participant 5, female, age 42).

It has affected my physical health very much. I feel sleepy all the time, during daytime, early in the nigh time, and repeated visit to the urinal is really a mess. I am definitely overweight now, feel thirsty all the time, almost am terrified all the time, afraid to go out. I cannot walk fast, heart problem. It is a great inconvenience. (Participant 2, male, age 55)

I am weak, tired, gained a lot of weight, have high blood pressures. My cholesterols are borderline, (Participant 10, female, age 52)

Physically, I have to continuously track my food intake and have to be careful about my exercise and activity level. It puts a lot of strain as I cannot let go of myself like normal people. I have also lost a lot of weight and at times am overcome with tiredness. I avoid taking additional responsibilities at office as I know I cannot cope up with it much. (Participant 20, female, age 44)

I exercise and eat well and hence am able to control my sugar levels. But, I feel now that my eyesight is deteriorating and have to get treated for it. (Participant 7, male, age 53)

My eye problems are related to diabetes and I also suffer from gum bleeding and sensitive teeth. I feel tired and worn out during the day and at times even feel faint and have to be extra careful of not getting hypoglycaemia. (Participant 23, male, age 48)