Former CIA agent John Kiriakou shares his story of living with diabetes for 21 years before undergoing an experimental surgery that involved the complete removal of his stomach. Ex-CIA Agent Found The CURE For Diabetes! - YouTube John Kiriakou, a former CIA officer best known for exposing details of the U.S. interrogation program, is now speaking publicly about a different battle—his fight with diabetes. After living with the disease for more than two decades, he chose an unusual and experimental path: the complete removal of his stomach. Kiriakou explained that his decision was guided by research published in The Lancet , which showed that radical stomach surgery can restore pancreatic function in some patients. The procedure, done robotically, was not covered by insurance, forcing him to pay out of pocket. Despite the financial burden, he said the risk was worth it. Within nine months of the operation, Kiriakou reported that he had lost 115 pounds and no longer needed insulin or di...
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