My 600-Lb. Life

20124 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.

Mercedes' Story, Pt. 1: Episode Image
Episode 0Mercedes' Story, Pt. 1

Mercedes' Story - Pt1. With severe lymphedema Mercedes can barely stand, and her family helps her care for her kids. To successfully lose weight she must confront her past trauma. S7, Ep35

Mercedes' Story, Pt. 2: Episode Image
Episode 0Mercedes' Story, Pt. 2

Mercedes' Story - Pt2. With severe lymphedema Mercedes can barely stand, and her family helps her care for her kids. To successfully lose weight she must confront her past trauma. S7, Ep36

Angie J's Story, Pt. 1: Episode Image
Episode 0Angie J's Story, Pt. 1

Angie J's Story - Pt1. At over 600-lbs, Angie is trying to get to Houston to see Dr. Now and get life-saving weight-loss surgery. But a family conflict proves to be an obstacle. S7, Ep37

Angie J's Story, Pt. 2: Episode Image
Episode 0Angie J's Story, Pt. 2

Angie J's Story - Pt2. At over 600-lbs, Angie is trying to get to Houston to see Dr. Now and get life-saving weight-loss surgery. But a family conflict proves to be an obstacle. S7, Ep38

Vianey & Allen's Story: Episode Image
Episode 20Vianey & Allen's Story

Vianey & Allen's Story - Pt1. At over 600-lbs each, Vianey and Allen are in a co-dependent relationship based on a shared love of food. Can they conquer their addiction together? S7, Ep39

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