The Beginning

In 2012, at the age of 40, I suffered a massive widow-maker heart attack—an event that should have ended my life. As I lay in the hospital, my cardiologist looked at me and said, "You should be dead. I don’t know how you are still alive." Those words stuck with me, but they weren’t the only battle I had to fight.

During the procedure to place four stents in my heart, something went wrong—I started to bleed out on the operating table. My life hung in the balance, and even though I survived, I was left to face the consequences of years of poor health.

A Body in Crisis

After my heart attack, instead of getting better, my health continued to decline. I gained weight and eventually reached 300+ pounds. Along with heart disease, I was diagnosed with a long list of chronic conditions, including:

• Type 2 Diabetes – My blood sugar was dangerously high, increasing my risk for further complications.

• High Blood Pressure & High Cholesterol – My cardiovascular system was in crisis, making every day a silent risk.

• Sleep Apnea – I struggled to breathe at night, putting even more strain on my heart.

• Diabetic Retinopathy – My vision was deteriorating due to diabetes.

• Peripheral Neuropathy – Nerve damage in my feet caused pain, numbness, and mobility challenges.

• Anxiety & Depression – The emotional toll of my declining health made me feel trapped in my own body.

The Moment Everything Changed

Despite this wake-up call, I struggled to find the motivation to truly change. But in 2015, after the devastating loss of a loved one, I realized that if I didn’t take control of my health, I wouldn’t be around for the people who cared about me.

In August 2015, I made a decision that changed my life forever: I adopted a whole food plant-based lifestyle.

The Road to Healing – Filled with Setbacks

The journey wasn’t easy. Just as I started to turn things around, life tested me again:

• 2018 – Diabetic Ulcer & Near Amputation – A severe foot ulcer nearly cost me my left foot. Doctors warned me that if my healing didn’t improve, I could face amputation.

• 2023 – Charcot Foot Diagnosis – A rare and painful bone condition weakened my foot, making walking excruciatingly difficult.

• 2024 – End-Stage Kidney Failure – Despite my progress, I was hit with the reality that my kidneys were failing—another challenge I had to face head-on.

My Transformation: Reclaiming My Life

Through unwavering dedication, resilience, and the power of plant-based nutrition, I began to heal.

• I lost 120 pounds.

• I reversed type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and high cholesterol.

• I regained my energy, mobility, and sense of purpose.

• I found strength in my setbacks and refused to let them define me.

Today, I am not just surviving—I am thriving. My mission is to inspire, educate, and empower others to take control of their health, no matter where they are starting from.

If I can do it, so can you.

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If you're looking for guidance, motivation, or simply a place to start, I’m here to help. Whether it’s through coaching, speaking, or simply sharing my story, I want you to know: you are never too far gone to turn things around.

Your health, your future, and your transformation start today.