My 600-Lb. Life

20123 seriesEntertainment / Factual
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TLC

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 (42 stones - 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.

James K's Story: Episode Image
Episode 11James K's Story

Weighing 791-lbs, James is bedridden, unable to stand, and can barely move his legs. He may only have a few months to live. Can bypass surgery save his life? S5, Ep11

Tracey's Story: Episode Image
Episode 12Tracey's Story

At 605-lbs, Tracey carries most of her body weight in her misshapen legs, which are so extreme she needs someone to lift them out of bed. Can Dr. Nowzaradan help her? S5, Ep12

Steven & Justin's Story, Part 1: Episode Image
Episode 13Steven & Justin's Story, Part 1

Steven And Justin's Story Part 1. Steven weighs 800-lbs and his brother, Justin, 600-lbs. Desperate to save both his sons' lives, their father travels across the US to seek help. S5, Ep13

Steven & Justin's Story, Part 2: Episode Image
Episode 14Steven & Justin's Story, Part 2

Steven And Justin's Story Part 2. After a year on a weight loss programme, Steven is non-compliant, and Justin focuses on a new career instead of his diet. Time is running out. S5, Ep14

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