Former Breaking Amish star Jeremiah Raber, 45, has posted a series of urgent health updates from his hospital bed, revealing a blood-sugar level of 993 and possible liver failure.
> At a Glance
> – Raber was awaiting life-flight transfer after a diabetic crisis
> – His blood sugar hit 993, far above the normal ~100 range
> – Doctors are evaluating possible liver failure
> – Why it matters: The reality alum has twice before been hospitalized for diabetic ketoacidosis and heart issues, spotlighting long-term complications of unmanaged diabetes
The Return to Amish alum first alerted fans on Dec. 30, uploading a TikTok selfie from the emergency department captioned: “Waiting to be life flighted to another hospital.” Follow-up clips showed him being wheeled into a helicopter and later recovering in a different facility.
Critical Numbers
- Blood glucose: 993 mg/dL (normal fasting is ~70-100)
- Condition: Possible liver failure under review
- Discharge target: Jan. 3 (per his Jan. 2 update)
Past Health Struggles
Raber has spoken openly about prior scares:
- April 2024: two-day stay for heart problems and diabetic ketoacidosis
- March 2024: asked followers for donations so he could “go to the doctor for my heart issue”
Diabetic ketoacidosis occurs when insulin shortage forces the body to burn fat for fuel, creating ketones that can poison the bloodstream if left untreated.
Reality Fame & Personal Life
- Broke into TV on Breaking Amish (2012) at age 32
- Continued on Return to Amish
- Married Carmela Raber in 2016; restraining order filed April 2022
- Currently lives in a camper van, traveling the U.S.
- Has three children from an earlier marriage
> “I’m doing good and will be out tomorrow!”
> – Jeremiah Raber, Jan. 2 TikTok update
Key Takeaways
- Raber’s 993 mg/dL glucose level is life-threatening
- Possible liver failure is being assessed by specialists
- This marks at least his third diabetic ketoacidosis episode since spring 2024
- He credits fan prayers for his quick turnaround and planned discharge
The former reality personality hopes to leave the hospital today after the latest health scare in his ongoing battle with diabetes-related complications.
