Podcast appearances and mentions of tim kaufman

Welcome to Real Food Recovery, a podcast created by two lifelong processed food addicts with over 100 years of addiction (and recovery) between them. Paige Alexander and Jamie Morgan Reno use their Real Food Recovery podcast and social media channels to share their struggles, lessons learned, tools, tips, and resources that freed them from decades of food addiction, obsession, and loss. Today we have the pleasure of chatting with Tim Kaufman, of Fat Man Rants. Tim was diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) in his early twenties. He was in chronic pain most of his life. By the time he had reached the age of 37 he was addicted to Fentanyl, alcohol, and fast food. At over 400 pounds he was unable to perform simple daily tasks. He had many chronic health issues and was almost immobile. He had lost his interest in life and had almost given up.Tim started a journey to regain his health. He started to change one small thing at a time. He is now an athlete who thrives on a plant-based whole-food lifestyle and leads a healthy, happy, productive, and very active life that is free of all medications he was once on. His passion is to spread the message that anyone can transition to a healthy, active lifestyle and dramatically change their life regardless of their current situation or size. You can find Tim's via his website, where you can learn more about his program and membership. He's also active on social media here, here and here. In every Real Food Recovery episode, Paige and Jamie take time to answer viewer questions about processed food addiction, obsession, and recovery, be sure to submit yours on their YouTube Channel or Facebook Page. You can also follow Real Food Recovery on Instagram (@realfoodrecovery4u), TikTok (@realfoodrecovery) or at www.realfoodrecovery4u.com.    

Tim Kaufman, aka FatManRants, joins me to dive deep into the dominoes that needed to fall for him to make true lasting change in his life, and how it lead him to sharing his journey and perspectives to help others. As he says during our conversation, this is not a story about weight loss, it is one about reclaiming his health, his mobility and his drive. We talk about his challenges living with Elhers-Danlos syndrome, drug and alcohol abuse, a doctor who told him he'd need a wheelchair by 25 and discovering that a plant based lifestyle would be his pathway to health. He's a written a book titled "Escape" and it truly sums up his journey in just a word. Don't miss this inspiring story of resilience and adaptability.  Connect with Tim here: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TimKaufmanFMR/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/fatmanrants YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Fatmanrants His book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/3cRaLH9  It is not too late to join our Fall Into Success Group Coaching Program for just $200! Jonathan Shane and I have developed a 12 week ketogenic lifestyle course that will not only set you up for success on your journey but help you navigate the holiday season with two coaches and a private support & accountability community. The 12 weeks cover keto nutrition with a personalized plan including macros, exercise, habit development, holiday strategies, meal planning, and more! Check it out now: https://www.theketoroad.com/fall-group-coaching  Schedule a FREE consultation call right now at: https://calendly.com/mike-consultation/consultation  You can also find me on IG at @gormygoesketo, Twitter at @gormygoesketo and you can email the show at TheFatGuyForum@gmail.com! The Fat Guy Forum AFTER SHOW IS HERE FOR PATREON SUPPORTERS! Click this link to see how YOU can get access to bonus episodes & support this show by helping Gormy keep bringing you the stories of these amazing men:https://www.patreon.com/Gormygoesketo  You can support us and save money yourself by using one of my affiliate codes: Use Code GORMY to get 15% your order at Redmond Real Salt, including their Re-Lyte Electrolyte Blend that has been an essential part of my journey!! Use this link now https://glnk.io/oq72y/gormygoesketo  Save 10% on KetoChow Ketogenic Shake Blends with this link https://get.aspr.app/SHDmf and code GORMYGOESKETO  Check out Performnce Gainz and their products designed to optimize your performance, Energized Reds Recovery Drink & True Endurance Preworkout!   Save 5% now with code GORMY at  this link https://www.performncegainz.com/energized-reds-gormy  Interested in Equip Protein or Collagen, or any of their products? Use this link to save 15% now http://equipfoods.com/GORMYGOESKETO LINK to save 10% off Meater Thermometers! https://glnk.io/jl9ny/gormygoesketo These are great products I use every day!! Check them out! Don't forget to give us a rating and review on iTunes or whatever platform you use!! Thank you and be sure to amaze yourself today! DISCLAIMER: Just a reminder, your host and the guests on this show are not medical practitioners, and are sharing their experiences and perspectives. Before implementing any dietary or activity changes in your life be sure to discuss with your medical provider. 

What if your greatest struggle became your greatest strength? In this episode of The Health Feast, Dr. Rak and Po engage in a powerful conversation with Tim Kaufman, who shares his remarkable transformation from addiction, chronic pain, and obesity to reclaiming his life through small, purposeful changes. Diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Tim once faced a grim prognosis, but his journey to health started with a single step. The episode explores how Tim overcame addiction, embraced a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle, and how gratitude, purpose, and mindset played pivotal roles in his recovery. This episode is an inspiring deep dive into the process of change, resilience, and the profound connection between our health and the choices we make each day. Timestamps: 01:20 Dr. Rak's Intro 04:40 Just Start: The Power of Small Steps 04:56 Introducing Tim: An Inspiring Journey 07:21 Tim's Transformation: From Farm Life to Factory Work 09:51 The Diagnosis: Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome 10:35 The Downward Spiral: Addiction and Pain 15:33 Rock Bottom: The Turning Point 22:16 Finding Gratitude: A New Perspective 39:59 The First Steps: Journaling and Small Changes 58:55 Embracing a Healthier Lifestyle 59:11 The Click Moment: Choosing Health Over Old Habits 59:36 Health as an Opportunity, Not a Chore 01:00:02 Navigating Food Choices and Environment 01:02:03 Transitioning to a Plant-Based Diet 01:03:09 Struggles and Successes with Plant-Based Eating 01:04:17 The Impact of Bariatric Surgery 01:07:13 Discovering Plant-Based Living Through Documentaries 01:08:43 Juicing: A Life-Changing Experience 01:12:15 Family Reactions to Plant-Based Transition 01:23:52 The Importance of Goals and Habits 01:27:16 Overcoming Physical Challenges 01:32:23 Managing Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) 01:38:43 The Power of Starting Now 01:41:12 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Online Platforms: Buy Tim's book! Fat Man Rants Facebook Instagram Follow @thehealthfeast on Instagram and YouTube for more. The Health Feast is available wherever you get podcasts and at thehealthfeast.com. Have a question or comment for Dr. Rak and Po? You can submit them on our website https://www.thehealthfeast.com  - Level up your health journey! Learn how to work with Dr. Rak 1:1 or join a health coaching Tribe for a transformative health journey. Limited spots are available! Visit us at https://www.rakyourlife.com - Elevate your Mondays! Elevate your week with Reflection, Awareness, and Kindness. Subscribe to RAK ON for weekly inspiration: https://rakyourlife.substack.com/about Disclaimer: The Health Feast is provided for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute providing medical advice or professional services. As with any changes affecting your health, we recommend and encourage you to consult your medical doctor or other qualified healthcare professionals before making lifestyle changes. The opinions expressed are our own and do not necessarily reflect the views of our employers.

Tim Kaufman is an exceptional story teller… and WOW does he have a powerful story to share with us today. Tim's journey from addiction and immobility to athleticism and wellness inspires hope and might well ignite the first small step of life-changing action. His book, ESCAPE – Breaking Free From A Self-Made Prison reveals in excruciating detail just how low ... READ MORE The post Tim Kaufman's Journey From Addiction and Immobility to Athleticism and Wellness. appeared first on Healthification.

In this episode, Broccoli Rob speaks to Tim Kaufman.Tim recently completed Ironman Lake Placid and he shares part of his incredible story of how he got there.

Imagine a life where you are trapped…imprisoned…in a cycle of addiction to alcohol, fentanyl, and food. Now imagine escaping that prison for a life that is far better than you can ever imagine. This is the story of today's guest, Tim Kaufman.At just 38 years old, Kaufman's doctor essentially left him for dead. His weight, blood pressure, cholesterol, and triglycerides were through the roof, and his self-esteem and self-worth were…well…practically six feet under. He was ready to give up on himself, his family, and his life. That is, until one day, he started making the smallest of changes. For him, it was getting out of his chair two times. That was it. One small change at a time. This eventually led to a little research and he found Forks Over Knives, The Engine 2 Kitchen Rescue, Fat, Sick and Nearly Dead… documentaries he credits with changing his life and his diet to a whole foods plant-based diet. Today, he is an accomplished athlete training for an IRONMAN triathlon and he just released his memoir, Escape-Breaking Free From A Self-Made Prison. Episode WebpageWatch the Episode on YouTubeUpcoming Events:Register for Plant-Stock August 16th-18th, 2024: https://liveplantstrong.com/ Sedona Retreat - October 8th-13th, 2024 https://plantstrongfoods.com/pages/2024-sedona-retreat COMPLEMENT: Use code PLANTSTRONG for 30% off at https://lovecomplement.com/pages/plantstrong-special-offer Leave Us a Voicemail QuestionLeave us a voicemail: https://www.speakpipe.com/plantstrong Follow PLANTSTRONG and Rip Esselstynhttps://plantstrongfoods.com/ https://www.facebook.com/GoPlantstrong https://www.instagram.com/goplantstrong/https://www.instagram.com/ripesselstyn/ Let Us Help Your PLANTSTRONG JourneyUse Code: KALE20 for $20 off Annual Subscription at https://home.mealplanner.plantstrong.com/ https://myplantstrong.com/b/trailblazer Follow the PLANTSTRONG Podcast and Give the Show a 5-star RatingApple PodcastsSpotifyTheme Music for Episodehttps://app.soundstripe.com/songs/10845

Tim Kaufman was a triple addict. Alcohol and drug abuse combined with binge eating nearly claimed his life.   Of the three deadly vices, it was food that had its hooks in him the deepest. It is an addiction more powerful than the fentanyl he was abusing. Ditto for what was in the bottomless liquor bottles he consumed each night.   Tim was beaten raw by life until he fought back and clawed his way out of a self-made prison. His journey began at rock bottom, and he has soared to new heights as a leader in the plant-based world thanks to his Fat Man Rants.   In this episode, Tim joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll to talk about the personal hell he created for himself and how he was able to overcome his demons.   The two recovering food addicts discuss their take of "cheat days" and why they are the downfall of good health. Especially after weight loss.   Tim is the author of the book Escape: Breaking Free From a Self-Made Prison.   — — OUR FRIENDS — — Tim Kaufman Escape Book: https://amzn.to/49H7f6U Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatmanrants Website: https://fatmanrants.com — — EVENTS — — Lotus Health Foundation Symposium - Rochester Where: 125 LIVE and Rochester Golf and Country Club, Rochester, MN Date: May 16-17, 2024 Who: Chuck Carroll, Brenda Davis, RD, Dr. Amit Sood, Dr. Brian Carlsen Tickets: https://bit.ly/Lotus2024 — — — Planted Expo - Vancouver Where: Vancouver Convention Center West Date: June 1-2, 2024 Who: Chuck Carroll, Dr. Michael Greger, Carleigh Bodrug, Robert Cheeke, and more! Tickets: https://bit.ly/PlantedVancouver2024 — — THIS IS US — — The Exam Room Podcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theexamroompodcast — — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC X: https://www.twitter.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: http://wghtloss.cc/ChuckFacebook — — — Physicians Committee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physicianscommittee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCRM.org X: https://www.twitter.com/pcrm — — BECOME AN EXAM ROOM VIP — — - Exclusive early access to select interviews - Pre-sale opportunities for live event tickets - Exclusive live online events VIP sign up: https://www.pcrm.org/examroomvip — — SUBSCRIBE & SHARE — — 5-Star Success: Share Your Story Apple: https://apple.co/2JXBkpy​​ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2pMLoY3 Please subscribe and give the show a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or many other podcast providers. Don't forget to share it with a friend for inspiration!

Tim Kaufman @fatmanrants weighed over 400lbs! We talk about his journey at 11am on the Raw Truth @wdcxradio on 99.5FM or 970am and streaming  at wdcxradio.com.

Tim Kaufman fell victim to all of the classic American poor lifestyle choices. He ate primarily processed food – and large quantities of it.  After surgery related to a crippling disease called Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, doctors prescribed painkillers and soon he was hooked on them. Like most addicts, he connived ways to get more of them and even more powerful narcotics, like fentanyl. He smoked, he chewed, and he drank staggering amounts of vodka. Tim was raised in a strait-laced Christian family in a quiet, rural town, demonstrating how his pitfalls don't discriminate based on social standing. Realizing he would soon be in a coffin, 400-pound Tim decided it was time to get bariatric surgery, only for his doctor to tell him that his body's catastrophically poor health wouldn't allow for him to have it, which sunk him into further despair. Four simple words from his terminally-ill mother-in-law shook Tim into deciding that he needed to find a way to live. Tim knew David and like the latter's book, Out There, Tim has just released his book, Escape: Breaking Free From a Self-Made Prison, in which he similarly has a remarkable transformation. Tim also adopts a plant-based diet and becomes a clean and sober Ironman triathlete who discovers that gratitude could change his outlook in life and help him become the husband and father his family deserves, and an inspirational and motivational human. Like many in his shoes, Tim's tribulations have helped him learn some fantastic perspectives, which he shares in his book, which is now available on Amazon. Please enjoy this entertaining chat with an amazing man.Tim KaufmanEscape: Breaking Free From a Self-Made Prison available on AmazonWatch his story on www.hope-theproject.com/#plant-power-storieswww.fatmanrants.comFacebook Tim KaufmanInstagram and Threads @fatmanrantsBill Stahlsilly_billy@msn.comFacebook Bill StahlInstagram @stahlor and @coachstahlThreads @stahlorYouTube We Are Superman Podcast

Order Tim's book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CVLHN2QT?linkCode=ssc&tag=onamzchefajsh-20&creativeASIN=B0CVLHN2QT&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1GNPDCAG4A86S&ref_=aip_sf_list_spv_ofs_mixed_d_asin Email a screenshot of your receipt to escape.thebook@gmail.com by April 15th to get some amazing free gifts! Tim's latest book, 'ESCAPE – Breaking Free from a Self-Made Prison,' is more than just a memoir. It's a testament to his remarkable journey and a practical roadmap for others seeking transformation. This compelling story captivates you as you join him on his ascent from the dark depths of physical, spiritual, and emotional turmoil to the peaks of wellness, health, and vitality.

Welcome to the Fit Vegan Podcast! Today I am joined by a very special guest, Tim Kaufman, who is the creator of FatManRants, and the author of ‘ESCAPE: Breaking Free From A Self-Made Prison'.In This Episode, We Cover: [00:00-07:47] Intro - Meet Tim Kaufman! This Is How He Discovered He Suffered From Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome - His Long History With Treatment, Chronic Pain And The Introduction To Narcotics. [07:48-28:33] Tim Shares His Addiction To Fentanyl - Escaping Reality With Alcohol, Reaching 400 Lbs And Justifying His Behavior For Years. [28:34-38:43] Realizing The Preciousness Of Life, Finding A New Perspective On How To Shift Things - Tim Explains How Small Simple Steps Helped Him To Start A New Life. [38:44-47:18] Anger And Inspiration From ‘forks Over Knives'! Setting Goals And Overcoming All Of The Challenges Along The Way - Tim Emphasizes The Impact That Switching To A Plant-Based Diet Had On His Life. [47:19-59:07] The Economic Benefits Of Plant-Based Eating, The Origins Of Fatmanrants - Closing Thoughts & Tim's Words Of Encouragement! Keynotes:“It doesn't matter how fat you think you're gone or how much you have to take back. There's always hope out there and change is literally one decision away. And the only decision that matters really is the one you have to make right now. Don't overthink this. It's the same process whether you have to lose 400 lbs or no pounds, just to get healthy. Just worry about your next meal, your next plate, your next move” - Tim“If you're eating whole food plant-based, the grocery bill would be a lot cheaper than the medicine bill” -Maxime My name is Maxime Sigouin. I am the founder of Fit Vegan Coaching and Empire Builders Agency. I have a passion for serving and helping people live to their fullest potential.I've built and scaled one of the world's top whole food plant-based body recomposition program which you should check out and book your FREE introductory coaching call : http://book.fitvegancoaching.com/podcastIf you are an online coach looking to scale pass 100K+/year you can apply here for mentorship: www.empirebuilder.agencyYou can find me on social media:- Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maximes_official/- Join our FREE Fit Vegan Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thefitvegancommunity- Get your FREE Fit Vegan Meal Plan Blueprint to help you create your own Fit Vegan meal plan https://www.fitvegan.ca/fitvegan-mealplan-builder- Youtube Channelhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBTxPyHiMLIc14IGWmVrFowConnect with Tim Kaufman:Website: https://fatmanrants.com/Purchase his new book: https://fatmanrants.com/shop/

Tim Kaufman, worship leader and longtime Gospel singer, and also Art Ally from the Timothy Plan have something in common - they both serve at Liberty Church in Orlando. Art shares that he met a violinist named Maurice Sklar while in Israel several years ago and they struck a friendship. Maurice will be presenting a concert at Liberty Church on Palm Sunday, and Tim and Art share the news with Mike.

What if the secret to overcoming chronic pain and illness doesn't lie in a pill bottle, but on our plates? Our guest, Tim Kaufman, knows this truth firsthand. His journey from a man dependent on opioids, tethered to a walker due to crippling pain, to a vibrant, healthy individual is nothing short of inspiring. By converting to a plant-based lifestyle, Tim found himself shedding weight, reclaiming his health, and breaking free from the shackles of chronic pain. An inspiring moment from his journey was his first walk after years of being sedentary. Hear his remarkable story in this episode.Living with chronic pain comes with its own unique set of challenges, and our conversation today delves deeply into these. For those battling with conditions like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and finding little relief in traditional medications, there are alternative paths to explore. Tim found solace and relief in unexpected places like music, podcasts, and breathing techniques. His journey is a beacon of hope for anyone struggling with chronic pain, showing how alternative coping mechanisms can make a world of difference.Finally, we'll see how the transformational power of food can help manage chronic pain. "Fat Man Rants" shares his journey of overcoming chronic pain and illness through dietary changes, emphasizing the importance of simplicity and preparation when adopting a plant-based lifestyle. Plus, we highlight the crucial role of doctors and offer a wealth of resources for those interested in making the switch. So join us in this exploration of the benefits of a plant-based diet, particularly for those with Ehlers-Danlos and Fibromyalgia, and discover how to find helpful resources and coaches.Support the showDr. Michael Lenz practices general pediatrics and internal medicine primary care, seeing patients from infants through adults. In addition, he also will see patients with fibromyalgia and related problems and patients interested in lifestyle medicine and clinical lipidology. To learn more, go to ConquringYourFibromyalgia. Remember that while Dr. Lenz is a medical doctor, he is not your doctor. All of your signs and symptoms should be discussed with your own physician. He aims to weave the best of conventional medicine with lifestyle medicine to help people live the best with chronic health conditions. Dr. Lenz hopes that the podcast, book, blog, and website serve as a trusted resource and starting point on your journey of learning to live better with fibromyalgia and related illnesses.

Tim Kaufman, our guest on this episode, was battling with a weight of over 400 pounds and the agonizing grip of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. He succumbed to opioid, alcohol, and food addiction to cope. Tim's story is a testament to the power of unwavering determination and lifestyle changes, as he managed to shed over 200 pounds and is now essentially pain-free. His journey offers a beacon of hope for those wrestling with similar struggles.Growing up on a dairy farm and an avid hunter, a whole foods plant-based diet was not part of his upbringing. Like many, he was very active in his younger years. He discusses how pain medication became a double-edged sword, bringing temporary relief but also escalating his chronic pain. But this episode isn't just about the struggles but the fight. Hear how Tim, armed with a changed diet and small exercises, began to turn the tide against the disease.In the final stretch of our conversation, we confront the unforgiving realities of living with chronic pain and fibromyalgia. Tim's experience illustrates how a whole food, plant-based diet, and lifestyle changes can significantly manage these debilitating conditions. As your hosts, we invite you to join our community and stand together in the battle against chronic pain and fibromyalgia. After all, every new journey starts with a single step.X-Health.show - meet the future of healthcareKill your pain once& for all, program human cells to cure cancer, mitigate dementia & moreListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showDr. Michael Lenz practices general pediatrics and internal medicine primary care, seeing patients from infants through adults. In addition, he also will see patients with fibromyalgia and related problems and patients interested in lifestyle medicine and clinical lipidology. To learn more, go to ConquringYourFibromyalgia. Remember that while Dr. Lenz is a medical doctor, he is not your doctor. All of your signs and symptoms should be discussed with your own physician. He aims to weave the best of conventional medicine with lifestyle medicine to help people live the best with chronic health conditions. Dr. Lenz hopes that the podcast, book, blog, and website serve as a trusted resource and starting point on your journey of learning to live better with fibromyalgia and related illnesses.

For years, you may have watched Tim Kaufman as the platform soloist on programs by the likes of Charles Stanley. Tim's smooth tenor voice is featured once again at Thurlow Spurr's big Christmas Production, "Christmas Is" that will take place Dec. 2. Tim is also a worship leader at Liberty Church in Orlando, and he joins Mike in this episode.

Tim Kaufman weighed over 400 pounds when he was addicted to drugs and alcohol. Now he's sober and has lost 200 pounds!   He's sharing his incredible journey of finding new life after hitting rock bottom, including why he believes a plant-based diet is the key to his sustained success. He's no longer on blood pressure medication or battling the addiction and chronic diseases that dragged down his health for years.   The founder of Fat Man Rants joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll for an unforgettable conversation of hope and inspiration. Together they've lost nearly 500 pounds! — — UPCOMING EVENTS — — Exam Room LIVE with the Esselstyn Family Tickets: https://bit.ly/ERLiveinDC23 Who: Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn with Ann, Rip, and Jane. Plus, Dr. Neal Barnard and Chuck Carroll When: Nov. 7, 2023 Where: National Press Club in Washington, DC — — SHOW LINKS — — Thrive Against All Odds Summit Register: https://thriveagainstallodds.org — — — Tim Kaufman Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fatmanrants Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tim.kaufman.129 Website: https://fatmanrants.com — — FOLLOW US — — Chuck Carroll Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/ChuckCarrollWLC Facebook: http://wghtloss.cc/ChuckFacebook — — — Physicians Committee Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/physicianscommittee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PCRM.org Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/pcrm — — — Follow / Subscribe / Make the World a Healthier Place Apple: https://apple.co/2JXBkpy​​ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2pMLoY3 — — — Share the Show Please subscribe and give the show a 5-star rating on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or many other podcast providers. Don't forget to share it with a friend for inspiration!

Join in for a thought-provoking conversation on the @HealthScience Podcast, where Dr. Frank Sabatino interviewed Tim Kaufman, the inspiring Founder of FatManRants! Join in as Tim shares his incredible journey from battling addiction to conquering mountains to running marathons and competing in Ironman competitions, all while embracing the power of self-love and gratitude. This is an interview you won't want to miss! Discover how Tim's passion for hiking and climbing became the catalyst for positive change in his life, leading him to adopt a plant-based lifestyle and inspire others on their health journeys. Learn the role his wife played in his success. Don't wait! Tune in now to gain valuable insights and motivation from Tim Kaufman's transformative story.  Click the link below to listen to the full podcast episode: www.HealthScience.org/038-Tim-Kaufman #HealthSciencePodcast #Interview #InspiringStory #AddictionRecovery #PlantBasedLiving #Empowerment #Gratitude #HikingJourney #SelfLove #Transformation #PodcastEpisode    

How does a 400-pound cripple living in constant pain become an avid mountain climber and a triathlete? Here to tell his story and inspire everyone that change is possible is Tim Kaufman. Tim was diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) in his early twenties and lived in chronic pain most of his life. By the time he was 37, he was addicted to Fentanyl, alcohol, and fast food. Weighing over 400 pounds, Tim could not perform simple daily tasks and was almost immobile. He had lost his interest in life and had almost given up. Losing two people close to their hearts to deadly diseases, Tim's wife feared that he would be the next. That was the turning point for Tim.  He started a journey to regain his health, changing one small thing at a time. As a result, Tim is now an athlete who thrives on a plant-based whole food lifestyle and leads a healthy, happy, and active life free of all medications he was once on. He now helps others find health and happiness with the firm belief that “change is out there for anyone.”    Tim also wrote the following books: Fat Man's Essential 40 Plant-Based Recipes: Quick and Easy Plant-Based Food (Fat Man's Recipes Book 1) Fat Man's Not So Fancy 40 Plant-Based Recipes: Quick and Easy Plant-Based Food (Fat Man's Food Book 2)  Triathlon Training Journal: 90 Days of Journaling   Tune in to hear Tim's powerful and transformative journey in today's episode.   What we discuss in this episode:  Tim shares his condition as a child and how it led him to live a life of physical and emotional pain. What impact would the same diagnosis have on a person excited to live life? Short answer - it would be like a death sentence. What was the turning point for Tim? Tim remembers his experience with the “juice fast” - the first 3 days felt terrible! When did Tim's reliance on drugs end, and what were the challenges in quitting fast food consumption? The destructive effects of dairy, the strangest thing about dairy farming, and Tim's relationship with animals before and after becoming vegan. What attracted Tim to climb mountains? Resources:  Book Mentioned - The End of Diabetes by Joel Fuhrman  Watch the film - Forks Over Knives Documentary FREE DOWNLOAD: FatMan's Favorites – 80 Quick and Easy Whole Food Plant-Based Recipes Join Tim's Getting Healthy Together Membership Group Connect with Tim Kaufman on Instagram and Facebook Check out Tim Kaufman's website - https://fatmanrants.com/ Use code SWITCH for 25% off your order at MaxinesHeavenly.com Purality B12 Deal: https://puralityhealth.com/liposomal-b12/ to buy one B12 and get one free plus 35% off the rest of Purality's products Send us a voice message. We want to hear from you!  Switch4Good.org/podcast Take the Running On Plants challenge and feel the difference! https://runningonplants.org/ Dairy-Free Swaps Guide: Easy Anti-Inflammatory Meals, Recipes, and Tips https://switch4good.org/dairy-free-swaps-guide SUPPORT SWITCH4GOOD https://switch4good.org/support-us/ ★☆★ JOIN OUR PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP ★☆★  https://www.facebook.com/groups/podcastchat ★☆★ SWITCH4GOOD WEBSITE ★☆★ https://switch4good.org/ ★☆★ ONLINE STORE ★☆★ https://shop.switch4good.org/shop/ ★☆★ FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM ★☆★ https://www.instagram.com/Switch4Good/ ★☆★ LIKE US ON FACEBOOK ★☆★ https://www.facebook.com/Switch4Good/ ★☆★ FOLLOW US ON TWITTER ★☆★ https://mobile.twitter.com/Switch4GoodNFT ★☆★ DOWNLOAD THE ABILLION APP ★☆★ https://app.abillion.com/users/switch4good

We lost a legend recently when Dr. Charles Stanley, longtime pastor at First Baptist Church in Atlanta, passed away. Tim Kaufman was at one time a regular fixture on the platform at that church, serving as a solo vocalist in their services and on their television programs. He joins Mike today to reflect on his personal friendship with Dr. Stanley. Bonnie Anderson is an author and blogger, and her first book was based on the life of her delightful and very interesting father. She is currently finishing her second book now, and she shares on these projects in this episode.

Tim Kaufman is here on the show to talk about how he turned his life completely upside down. He has lost over 200 pounds and gone from being an obese drug addict into a Plant based Athlete, Ironman contestant, and Marathon runner! He is such an inspiration! I can't wait for you to hear about all of it! You can find Tim: Facebook, Instagram Facebook Group:FatMan Rants Plant-Based Community, Getting Healthy Together The Rantings of a Former Fat Man --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dawn9792/message

He just has one of "those voices." To hear Tim Kaufman sing brings a smile to most everyone's face. His 3 octave range and beautifully warm voice was featured for years on stage at Dr. Charles Stanley's church. He was on the road as a professional singer until the last couple of years...and now, Tim is about to join Liberty Church as their worship leader. He is a featured singer in the cast of 200 for the big upcoming "Christmas Is" production at Calvary Orlando.

In today's episode we will hear some of the most inspiring wellness and weight-loss stories from people who juiced their way back to health!  This is Part 2 of our Healthy AF Series to help inspire you to have a total wellness and weight-loss transformation. And don't worry, you don't have to do it alone! In fact, if you are ready to get healthy AF in 2023 with me and other Food Heals Nation listeners, stay tuned to the end of this episode and I will tell you exactly how we can have a total wellness transformation together in 2023. But first I've got interviews with: Dr. Vickers, the Director of The Advanced Gerson Therapy Clinic who helps cancer patients regain their health, longevity and vitality through the power of plants Joe Cross from the film, Fat Sick and Nearly Dead, who reversed his auto immune condition and lost 100 pounds by juicing his way back to health Tim Kaufman, who went from being 400 pounds, unable to walk, suffering with chronic illnesses and addicted to prescription painkillers, to climbing mountains and running marathons And finally, Christian Evans, who lost 187 pounds by juice-fasting, working out and changing his mindset

Northwestern coaches Tim Kaufman and Pat Trautt join us on the show for the preview of D2 Sectional A! The super-regional format makes this one of the most interesting sectionals in the State, as there multiple teams that could compete for the Team Sectional title. We discuss the impact of the St. Croix Falls move to D2, look at the top returners for each team, and make our most agonizing set of predictions on the year so far.Super-Regional 1-4:40Super-Regional 2-33:25Team Sectional Predictions-1:00:30Check out Fun Company Game Room Store-https://www.funcompanygamestore.com/

How does a 400-pound cripple living in constant pain become an avid mountain climber and a triathlete? Here to tell his story and inspire everyone that change is possible is Tim Kaufman. Tim was diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) in his early twenties and lived in chronic pain most of his life. By the time he was 37, he was addicted to Fentanyl, alcohol, and fast food. Weighing over 400 pounds, Tim could not perform simple daily tasks and was almost immobile. He had lost his interest in life and had almost given up. Losing two people close to their hearts to deadly diseases, Tim's wife feared that he would be the next. That was the turning point for Tim.  He started a journey to regain his health, changing one small thing at a time. As a result, Tim is now an athlete who thrives on a plant-based whole food lifestyle and leads a healthy, happy, and active life free of all medications he was once on. He now helps others find health and happiness with the firm belief that “change is out there for anyone.”    Tim also wrote the following books: -Fat Man's Essential 40 Plant-Based Recipes: Quick and Easy Plant-Based Food (Fat Man's Recipes Book 1)   -Fat Man's Not So Fancy 40 Plant-Based Recipes: Quick and Easy Plant-Based Food (Fat Man's Food Book 2)    -Triathlon Training Journal: 90 Days of Journaling   Tune in to hear Tim's powerful and transformative journey in today's episode.   What we discuss in this episode:    -Tim shares his condition as a child and how it led him to live a life of physical and emotional pain   -What impact would the same diagnosis have on a person excited to live life? Short answer - it would be like a death sentence.   -What was the turning point for Tim?   -Tim remembers his experience with the “juice fast” - the first 3 days felt terrible!   -When did Tim's reliance on drugs end, and what were the challenges in quitting fast food consumption?   -The destructive effects of dairy, the strangest thing about dairy farming, and Tim's relationship with animals before and after becoming vegan   -What attracted Tim to climb mountains?   -Book Mentioned - The End of Diabetes by Joel Fuhrman    -Watch the film - Forks Over Knives Documentary   -FREE DOWNLOAD: FatMan's Favorites – 80 Quick and Easy Whole Food Plant-Based Recipes   -Join Tim's Getting Healthy Together Membership Group   -Connect with Tim Kaufman on Instagram and Facebook   -Check out Tim Kaufman's website - https://fatmanrants.com/   -Use code SWITCH for 25% off your order at MaxinesHeavenly.com   -Purality B12 Deal: https://puralityhealth.com/liposomal-b12/ to buy one B12 and get one free plus 35% off the rest of Purality's products   Connect with Switch4Good -YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ2toqAmlQpwR1HDF_KKfGg   -Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Switch4Good/   -Podcast Chat Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/podcastchat/   -Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/switch4good/   -Twitter - https://mobile.twitter.com/Switch4GoodNFT   -Website - https://switch4good.org/    

Tim Kaufman makes his third appearance on Mike's show. This professional singer has appeared across the country in concerts, including being a soloist for Dr. Charles Stanley's church in Atlanta. Tim is part of the cast for the big Orlando Christmas season event called "Christmas Is," produced by Thurlow Spurr. The event will be held at Calvary Orlando on Dec. 4th.

64 FOK How Big Food Companies Affect Nutrition Policy by Dr. Michael Greger at ForksOverKnives.com Follow the money. Learn how big food companies affect nutrition policy. An excerpt from Dr. Michael Greger's New York Times bestseller ‘How Not to Die' at ForksOverKnives.com. Forks Over Knives shares stories of 7 influential individuals who transformed both their health and careers after watching the documentary: James Loomis Jr MD, Gianna Simone, David Carter, Tim Kaufman, Suzy Amis Cameron, and Steven Lome MD. In 2011, the now world-famous documentary Forks Over Knives was released, showing people how to regain control of their health and their lives with a plant-based diet. Since then Forks Over Knives released bestselling books, launched a mobile recipe app and maintains a website filled with the latest research, success stories, recipes, and tools to help people at every phase of their plant-based journeys. They also have a cooking course, a meal planner, a line of food products, and a magazine. Please visit www.ForksOverKnives.com for a wealth of resources.  Original post: https://www.forksoverknives.com/wellness/how-food-industry-affects-nutrition-policy/  Follow Plant Based Briefing on social media: Twitter: @PlantBasedBrief YouTube: YouTube.com/PlantBasedBriefing  Facebook: Facebook.com/PlantBasedBriefing  LinkedIn: Plant Based Briefing Podcast Instagram: @PlantBasedBriefing #forksoverknives #drgreger #hownottodie #nealbarnard #drmichaelgreger #nutritionfacts #plantbased #vegan #foodismedicine #plantbasedpodcast #veganpodcast #plantbasedbriefing

Forks Over Knives shares stories of 7 influential individuals who transformed both their health and careers after watching the documentary: James Loomis Jr MD, Gianna Simone, David Carter, Tim Kaufman, Suzy Amis Cameron, and Steven Lome MD. In 2011, the now world-famous documentary Forks Over Knives was released, showing people how to regain control of their health and their lives with a plant-based diet. Since then Forks Over Knives released bestselling books, launched a mobile recipe app and maintains a website filled with the latest research, success stories, recipes, and tools to help people at every phase of their plant-based journeys. They also have a cooking course, a meal planner, a line of food products, and a magazine. Please visit www.ForksOverKnives.com for a wealth of resources.  Original post: https://www.forksoverknives.com/wellness/7-stories-personal-professional-transformation-sparked-watching-forks-over-knives/  Follow Plant Based Briefing on social media: Twitter: @PlantBasedBrief YouTube: YouTube.com/PlantBasedBriefing  Facebook: Facebook.com/PlantBasedBriefing  LinkedIn: Plant Based Briefing Podcast Instagram: @PlantBasedBriefing #forksoverknives #gamechangers #jamesloomis #giannasimone #davidcarter #nfl #fatmanrants #suzycameron #jamescameron #stevenlome #type2diabetes #heartdisease #plantbased #vegan #foodismedicine #plantbasedpodcast #veganpodcast #plantbasedbriefing  

On today's show, Tim Kaufman shares how he transformed his life from being in constant pain and nearly immobile to running in marathons, through a dedication to healthy eating and living a life of gratitude and fulfillment.

Marley Ficalora learns the stories behind some of the worlds largest weight loss successes. How I Lost It is a journey through peoples lives and how they seek health and happiness.

Episode 99 Heather Barlow-Kaufman is on the show sharing her ninety pound weight loss journey with us. Heather is the wife of Tim Kaufman who was featured on episode 56 of the podcast (also known as Fat Man Rants) and not only is this a plant-based weight loss story, this is a plant-based love story that will melt your heart. Enjoy. xx

David chats with Tim Kaufman about his amazing rise from the brink of death to climbing the peaks of the Adirondack Mountains. Sentenced to a life of barely being able to move his body due to his debilitating disease, Tim plunged deeper and deeper into gluttony, alcoholism, and drug addiction. Listen to how the power of plants saved him from death, restored his health and brought him all the way to the finish of a 50 mile ultramarathon. Follow David here Twitter / Instagram @WeAreSuperman https://www.wearesuperman.com David@wearesuperman.com Follow Tim www.fatmanrant.com For help with addiction: Mountain Peak Recovery www.mountainpeakrecovery.com

Episode 56 A NEW look for the podcast but don't worry because when it comes to HOPE stories, they just keep getting better and better!

In today’s episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk to Dave Willits known as the man who survived a heart attack after being flatlined. Dave seemed like a healthy, sporty guy on the outside, but little did he know that he would have to be shocked 11 times to be brought back to life. As you will hear during the interview, Dave’s dietary lifestyle, with an added love for pizza, was a contributing factor to this horrible event. We have a special place in our hearts (no pun intended) for this episode. It’s just not sexy. What do we mean by that? Well, Dave didn’t have a food addiction. He didn’t have 100+ pounds to lose. He didn’t have a drug addiction. We would never try to take away from the stories of others, including our guests and friends who have come so far and changed so much. But the truth is, if you can see it on the outside, you know you need to make a change on the inside and these stories are easy to relate to by others in similar physical conditions. But with Dave, a lot like Adam, there were no major outward red flags screaming change your life now, before it’s too late. If you look a certain way in the mirror, it’s easy to think that you are invincible and these devastating events only happen to other people, and not you. Over 12 years ago we lost a good friend to a heart attack…and on the outside, he was one of the last people of our group of friends who you would think would go off to play floor hockey and never return home again. We want to help others make those changes before it’s too late even if they are not obese, on other medications or suffering from serious diseases. No one deserves to go through what Dave did especially when it is preventable. Dave Willits is a simple and humble guy. He is out there trying to help others find the plant-based lifestyle. Today he is a single dad of a 22-year-old son, 13-year-old daughter. He’s been the production manager for an automotive manufacturer for 20 years. Prior to that, he was in the pizza business for about 25 years, which may have been a big contributor to the massive heart attack that changed his life forever. You don’t want to miss this story.   In this episode we discuss: Life before flatlining Looking good on the outside The heart attack His health today Dr. Esselstyn Seeing results Committing to plant-based Actionable tips starting out plant-based Favorite meals Message for the masses   Links to things we mentioned: Thank you to our sponsor,  – “Let Your Food Be Your Remedy” Dave Willits – A Forefather of Plant-Based Nutrition, Dr. Caldwell Essylstyn – Plant-Based Nutrition Support Group –  The Inspiring & Motivating Josh LaJaunie – Weight Loss & Ehlers Danlos Syndrome with Tim Kaufman –   Thank you to this month’s Patrons for supporting us on : “Joe” Millie Pearson Mary Lou Fusi Carmen Fanous Emily Iaconelli Spanish Armada Michele Olender Don’t forget to contact us at  with your question for our Plant Trainers Facebook Lives!   We hope you enjoyed this podcast! Please take a moment and  – we would be grateful! This will help get our podcast out to others who may enjoy it. We promise to read your reviews and consider your feedback. This show is for you. Please subscribe to The Plant Trainers Podcast on , ,  or  so you will know when we release a new episode. We’re also available to ! Help us by spreading the news about our totally awesome Podcast!   Click  for a list of our services

In today’s episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast, we talk to Heather Kaufman about how support was really the ultimate reason for success when her and her husband, Tim, went through various transitions from the Standard American Diet to Whole Food Plant-Based, no sugar, no salt, no oil. As you will hear in this episode, there were plenty of reasons for Heather to change her diet and lifestyle, but history predicted that diets were just a fad in the Kaufman household. That is why she dug deep and made a personal connection and the memory of her mother created an urgency to adopt this new lifestyle. But at the end of the day, the respect and support she gave Tim and he gave her allowed them to make a change. Which in turn has become sustainable and really creates a difference in their quality of life. Heather Kaufman had been dabbling with a plant-based way of eating when a doctor discovered that she had a uterine fibroid that was 14 centimeters long. She then went 100 percent plant-based, ditched the salt, oil, and sugar and started exercising. As a result of Heather’s lifestyle changes she is healthy, active, and lives life to its fullest. As a side effect of getting healthy, she has shed 80 pounds and is a competitive runner. Heather had never run a full mile until a few short years ago and is now an ultramarathoner. She is passionate about spreading the message that health comes from your plate and not a number on the scale.   In this episode we discuss: Life before Plant Based Finding a Plant Based lifestyle The transitions Fibroids Timbits Favourite meals Emotional support of spouses Finding support if you are in your own Races, training and Operation Christmas selfie Actionable tips to start with today to give up the sugar, salt and animal products?   Links to things we mentioned: Thank you to today’s sponsor –> – use “PlantTrainers” at checkout for 15% off Become one of our Patrons & get our Heather Kaufman – , The Rantings Of A Former Fat Man with Tim Kaufman –   Thank you to this month’s Patrons for supporting us on : “Joe” Millie Pearson Stu Dolnick Mary Lou Fusi Carmen Fanous Emily Iaconelli Spanish Armada Don’t forget to contact us at  with your question for our Plant Trainers Facebook Lives!   We hope you enjoyed this podcast! Please take a moment and  – we would be grateful! This will help get our podcast out to others who may enjoy it. We promise to read your reviews and consider your feedback. This show is for you. Please subscribe to The Plant Trainers Podcast on , ,  or  so you will know when we release a new episode. We’re also available to ! Help us by spreading the news about our totally awesome Podcast!   Click  for a list of our services

Tim Kaufman has such an inspiring story. Tim was on a downward spiral with his health. He weighed about 400 lbs, loaded up on medications just to get through the day, and the pain was unbearable. Tim slowly started to make positive changes with his health and the results have been incredible. He lost 200 lbs, thrives on a plant-based diet, runs marathons, and is changing the lives of so many others as well.  Excited to share our conversation! Keep up with Tim on social media! Facebook Instagram Twitter Also, be sure to check out Tim's blog here: www.fatmanrants.com      Credits: Music: www.bensound.com

In this episode, Nurse Kristin interviews Tim Kaufman. Tim is such a great example of what happens when we stop making excuses and start accepting challenges. In his late 30’s, Tim weighed over 400 pounds and struggled with an addiction to painkillers and had just kind of accepted that this might be how his life is going to be. But then one day, he was told by his doctor that he was on his way to an early death. So, Tim stopped making excuses and started making changes. Today, Tim is a Marathon runner, a motivational speaker and an inspiration to so many who are seeking to make a healthy lifestyle change.

In today’s episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast we talk about weight loss and Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome with Tim Kaufman from Fat Man Rants. Tim walks us through what it is like to not want to get up in the morning, to getting to the first start line and then taking life by the horns and running with it. Challenged by Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, he found a way to keep on moving and enjoy an active life. It all started by just doing a little bit more each day. Tim Kaufman wanted to regain his health. At over 400 pounds he was unable to perform simple, daily tasks. He had many chronic health issues and was almost immobile. Tim had lost his interest in life and had almost given up. He started to change one small thing at a time. Tim Kaufman is now an athlete that thrives on a plant-based whole foods lifestyle and leads a healthy, happy, productive, and very active life that is free of all medications he was once on. His passion is to spread the message that anyone can transition to a whole food plant-based diet and dramatically change their life regardless of their current situation or size.   In this episode we discuss: Getting to 400+ lbs Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Not caring if you wake up The wake up call Perspective Shifting how you buy food Addiction Doing a little more each day Making it to the starting line Life as an athlete Community Actionable tips to start with today   Links to things we mentioned: Easy Recipes For Busy Parents – Tim Kaufman’s , , , , Thank you to this month’s Patrons for supporting us on : “Joe” Millie Pearson Stu Dolnick Mary Lou Fusi Carmen Fanous Emily Iaconelli Don’t forget to contact us at  with your question for our Plant Trainers Facebook Lives!   We hope you enjoyed this podcast! Please take a moment and  – we would be grateful! This will help get our podcast out to others who may enjoy it. We promise to read your reviews and consider your feedback. This show is for you. Please subscribe to The Plant Trainers Podcast on , ,  or  so you will know when we release a new episode. We’re also available to ! Help us by spreading the news about our totally awesome Podcast!   Click for a list of our services

Speaker and musician Tim Kaufman talks with Wayne Shepherd about his personal story of battling depression and the lessons he's learned as God brought healing and restoration. Tim is the author of Singing Hallelujah When You Feel Like Hell.

Speaker and musician Tim Kaufman talks with Wayne Shepherd about his personal story of battling depression and the lessons he's learned as God brought healing and restoration. Tim is the author of Singing Hallelujah When You Feel Like Hell.

Hi Path Menders, This week on The Mended Paths Podcast I am speaking with Mr. Justin Lacy. There was a time when Justin was forced to use crutches to move his 500 Lb body around - if he could move at all. He suffered with pain and disease every day. Then his mom had a stroke. He saw the sadness and pain of not only his mom, but all those family and friends who stood around her bedside. Despite all the hurt and issues he was facing personally, it was his overwhelming desire not to inflict needless suffering on his family, who would inevitably be standing at his bedside, that inspired him to mend his path. Justin then made a vow, a scared self-promise, to seek out how to be as healthy as possible. This promise has driven him and his actions ever since. Today, Justin shares his story of his amazing journey so far, a journey that isn't over, a journey in which he has lost over 280 Lbs but has gained so much more. It is a journey he will continue for the rest of his life - a never ending goal of seeking optimal health! In today’s show we discuss (show notes): - Some background: A lifetime of trying to lose weight, medical issues and an eye opener (1:35), - A "scared self-promise" (5:14), - Past efforts to lose weight (5:48), - A change in objective and a seeking a different approach (8:17), - Searching for smoothie recipes and found a community (13:54), - A "crazy" video that changed it all (15:05), - A water fast (17:45), - The first couple of months being plant based; it wasn't super clean (18:29), - The first weigh-in (10-11 months into plant based) (22:44), - On physical activity (24:13), - Never followed any specific doctors meal plan; his own "plan" around October 2015 (24:51), - Making an effort to retrain his taste buds (28:44), - Weighing in just to be amazed (32:58), - Adding exercise (35:48), - Medical issues resolved (42:04), - If there's something you want to do, just do it; make it happen no matter what it takes (43:34), and, - His advice for Path Menders (49:51). Thanks for Listening! Resources referenced in this episode: - Earth Friendly Food Choices (Facebook Group), - The Starch Solution - John McDougall MD (YouTube Video), - Forks Over Knives (Documentary), - Vegsource (Website), and, - Fat Man Rants (Website/blog - Tim Kaufman). Don’t miss an episode! Visit (https://gem.godaddy.com/signups/233778/join) to join the Mended Paths Community and receive notification when a new episode is released. Plus, get your copy of the free Mended Paths: Back to Better “Healthy Living Quick Reference Guide” when you sign-up! We’d also love to hear from you; leave a comment or email us at contact@mendedpaths.com. Wishing you the Best of Health, Chadwick @ The Mended Paths Podcast

This weeks guest is  Heather Kaufman from Buffalo, New York. She is the wonderful wife of Tim Kaufman and herself has lost 60lbs. They spent much of early life together eating pizza & wings, both became overweight, and eventually Heather found herself having to put Tim’s socks and shoes on daily because he was unable to. In the last several years she has turned around her own health and just last year they climbed the highest peak on the East Coast together. She encourages others to be there for their spouses who may also struggle with their weight as well as making sure to take care of yourself so that you can take care of others. We have a great conversation and I hope that you enjoy it!

Let’s face it, losing weight is tough. Making any kind of drastic lifestyle change can seem daunting and difficult. But the alternative is often scarier. Tim Kaufman was diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, a condition characterized by hyper mobile joints. His joints were so loose they would simply pop out of their sockets. After a failed operation to fix the issue, Tim became addicted to prescription pain medication. He was also addicted to food. Moving less and less, eating more and more, the weight piled on. He lost his lust for life, he was depressed, and used food and prescription drugs as an escape. After two close relatives passed away from cancer, Tim knew he had to do something. He applied for bariatric surgery. But his health was so bad that his doctor refused to sign it off. He had to take a different approach. He began making small changes. Cutting out red meat. Choosing lower-fat cheeses. Then one day, he watched Fat Sick and Nearly Dead. Before the credits rolled, he’d ordered a juicer. A 30 day juice fast later, Tim was well and truly on his way towards better health. But it was Forks over Knives that really gave him a new lease of life. From being unable to get up from his chair, Tim has gone on to climb mountains, complete 100-mile bike rides, run a marathon. He’s even training for Iron Man. He freed himself from prescription medication and is the fittest he’s ever been. His whole family has felt the benefits. Swapping the buffalo wings and diet pepsi for a plant based diet saved his life. He now helps other people transition to a healthier way of life through his blog, Fat Man Rants. Being hailed as “Sex and the City for Food,” The Food Heals Podcast brings together experts in the field of nutrition, health and healing to teach you the best-kept natural secrets to being a hotter, healthier, happier YOU! The Food Heals Podcast is hosted by Allison Melody and Suzy Hardy – two self-proclaimed natural chicks who will rock your world and change your beliefs about health! This sexy, savvy duo provides eco-friendly advice on a variety of issues including the healing power of nutrition, living authentically, turning your passion into your career, choosing the best natural health and beauty products, the benefits of a plant-based diet and so much more!

This week we do something a little different and the interviewer is now the interviewee. Tim Kaufman had pitched the idea to me for him to do an interview and as me some questions about my journey. I hope that you enjoy this weeks interview and to connect with Jason on FB visit https://www.facebook.com/jason.cohen.399041

Hello Path Menders, This week I have the pleasure of bringing you the inspirational story of Tim Kaufman. Due to a genetic disorder, Tim was told by his doctors to "keep his body quiet." Bad choices and pain compounded his condition and left him sitting at 400 Lbs. with a prescription drug addiction. But after facing tragedy in his own life, the thought of causing his wife more pain - from his death or worsening disability - set him on a path of self-discovery. Tim embraced a philosophy of Kaizen (continuous improvement) to mend his path. Starting with the simple act of getting out of his chair twice instead of once, or walking up four steps before resting instead of three, Tim inched forward toward a healthier way of life with the motto, "Do a little more today than yesterday." Today Tim is a happy, active fellow, who loves life and helping others reclaim their health. Tim runs the blog Fatmanrants as well as a Facebook page (both worth checking out) and is planning on writing a book about his journey. You may need a few tissues for this one. Show Notes: -Background / A path that needed mending (0:33) -Trying to identify the impetus to change (8:21) -Is bariatric surgery the answer? (18:33) -Exploring other options - Dieting and a food log (21:13) -Implementing Kaizen (23:14) -Netflix documentaries - Opening a door to a new way of eating (26:02) -Functional goals and steady progression (33:42) -Running a half marathon with a handicap parking pass (43:20) -From needing help with his shoes to a 6000 foot summit (46:59) -Health is contagious too (48:55) We’d also love to hear from you; leave a comment or email us at contact@mendedpaths.com. Much Love, Chadwick @ The Mended Paths Podcast

In today’s episode of The Plant Trainers Podcast we talk to Tim Kaufman from Fat Man Rants. Tim started a journey to regain his health. At 400+ pounds he was unable to perform simple, daily tasks. He had many chronic health issues and was almost immobile. Tim had lost his interest in life and had almost given up. He started to change one small thing at a time. Tim is now an athlete that thrives on a plant-based whole foods lifestyle and leads a healthy, happy, productive, and very active life that is free of all medications he was once on. His passion is to spread the message that anyone can transition to a whole food plant-based diet and dramatically change their life regardless of their current situation or size. During the show we talked to Tim about his story and the breaking point that got him to finally want to make a change. He describes his life from the point of not really caring if he wakes up in the morning to making changes just to get to tomorrow. Now, he is checking experiences off his list left and right. Find out what he has to say about getting started and staying committed.   In this episode we discuss: Getting to 400+ lbs Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Not caring if you wake up The wake up call Perspective Shifting how you buy food Addiction Doing a little more each day Making it to the starting line Life as an athlete Community Actionable tips to start with today   Links to things we mentioned: Tim Kaufman’s , , , , Don’t forget to contact us at  with your question for our Plant Trainers Facebook Lives!   We hope you enjoyed this podcast! Please take a moment and  – we would be grateful! This will help get our podcast out to others who may enjoy it. We promise to read your reviews and consider your feedback. This show is for you. Please subscribe to The Plant Trainers Podcast on , ,  or  so you will know when we release a new episode. We’re also available to ! Help us by spreading the news about our totally awesome Podcast!   Click  for a list of our services

When Tim Kaufman was in his late 30s, he weighed about 400 pounds, struggled with addictions to pain killers, and figured this was how his life was gonna be from now on. After all, he had been diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), a genetic disease that messes with connective tissue and left his knees essentially useless.