Tim Kaufman
Tim Kaufman of FatManRants was diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) in his early 20s and spent most of his life in chronic pain. By age 37, he was addicted to fentanyl, alcohol, and fast food. At over 400 pounds he was unable to perform simple daily tasks. He faced multiple chronic health issues, had lost his interest in life, and had almost given up.
Tim started a journey to regain his health, making one small change at a time. Today he is an athlete who thrives on a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle. He’s healthy, happy, active, and productive—without all the medications he used to take.
Tim has appeared on podcasts from around the world and has been featured by Runners World magazine, Good Morning America, Today, People, WebMd, ESPN, and many other media outlets. He uses his platform as an international speaker to educate and motivate people regarding plant-based nutrition, fitness, addiction recovery, overcoming physical challenges, and emotional and spiritual wellness. Read his original Forks Over Knives Success Story here.
All Contributions from Tim Kaufman (3)
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See article13 Years Plant-Based: The Most Important Lessons I’ve Learned Along the Way
Editor’s note: After adopting a plant-based diet in 2012, Tim Kaufman reversed multiple chronic conditions and lost nearly 200 pounds, a remarkable transformation that he shared with Forks Over Knives in 2016. Since then, Kaufman has continued to inspire others through his blog and books. Now, more than a decade into his plant-based journey, he […] -
See articleFrom Sick, Disabled, and on Multiple Meds to Thriving on a Plant-Based Diet
Editor’s note: This story was originally published in 2016. Scroll to the end for an inspiring 2025 update from Tim on how his health and life have continued to improve. When I was 38 years old, my doctor told me that I was on my way to an early death. He also threatened to hospitalize […] -
See articleWebinar Replay: Going Plant-Based: How to Get Started and Stay in the Game with Tim Kaufman
Learn the secrets of lasting success on a whole-food, plant-based diet from real-life success story Tim Kaufman. In this inspiring webinar, Tim Kaufman of FatManRants shares his amazing personal journey to health and happiness through a whole-food, plant-based lifestyle. He opens up about his struggles and successes in overcoming morbid obesity, chronic illnesses, addiction, and a genetic disease […]
Master The Art Of Plant-based Cooking.
The Forks Over Knives online cooking course helps you learn new techniques, flavors, and styles for cooking delicious plant-based, oil-free meals at home.