Former fattest man, Paul Mason, has defied odds and is now bedridden, weighing 36 stone. He shares his struggles and journey to weight loss, mental health issues, and childhood trauma.
Key Points
Paul Mason was once the heaviest recorded person in the UK, weighing 70 stone.
He underwent successful weight loss surgeries but faced mental health struggles and relapsed into old eating habits.
His struggles are linked to childhood trauma, including verbal, physical abuse from his father and sexual abuse by a family acquaintance.
Pros
Paul has defied predictions he wouldn't live past 40 and is now almost 64 years old.
He is using his time to help others and prevent them from making the same mistakes he did.
Cons
Paul is currently bedridden and may never walk again.
He has struggled with mental health issues, relapsed into old eating habits, and faced challenges in his relationships.