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My 600-lb Life
Telling powerful stories in hourlong episodes, TLC follows medical journeys of morbidly obese people as they attempt to save their own lives. The featured individuals - each weighing more than 600 pounds confront lifelong emotional and physical struggles as they make the courageous decision to undergo high-risk gastric bypass surgery. In addition to drastically changing their appearances, they hope to reclaim their independence, mend relationships with friends and family, and renew their feelings of self-worth.
- Cast:
- Dr. Younan Nowzaradan
- Language:
- English
- Country:
- United States of America
- Network:
- TLC
Episode guide
Seasons
Season 1
Episodes
E01
Episode 1
★ 9.0Melissa's Story Part 1
2012-02-01 · 43m650-lb Melissa begins her seven-year weight loss journey.
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E02
Episode 2
Melissa's Story Part 2
2012-02-01650-lb Melissa struggles to get to her ideal weight.
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E03
Episode 3
Donald's Story
2012-02-08Love motivates 660-lb Donald to begin his weight loss journey.
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E04
Episode 4
Henry's Story
2012-02-15750-lb Henry begins his weight loss journey in the hopes of transforming himself in time to attend his high school reunion.
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E05
Episode 5
Ashley's Story
2012-02-22Ashley's career was derailed after she was let go due to her excessive weight. Will she be able to turn her life around and achieve her goal of owning a childcare facility?
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Dr. Younan Nowzaradan
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