About My 600-lb Life

'My 600-lb Life' is an American reality television series that debuted on the TLC channel in 2012. The show follows a year in the life of morbidly obese individuals, who begin the episode weighing at least 600 pounds, and documents their attempts to reduce their weight to a healthy level. The main focus of the series is Houston surgeon Dr. Younan Nowzaradan’s efforts to guide these individuals on their transformational journeys.

Making/Production

Produced by Megalomedia, 'My 600-lb Life' offers viewers an unflinching look at the complexities and challenges faced by extreme weight loss cases. The patients featured on the show undergo long-term treatment that often includes gastric bypass surgery, diet changes, and intense therapy to confront the roots of their emotional eating.

Actors

• Dr. Younan Nowzaradan - Himself: As the central figure of the series, Dr. Nowzaradan serves both as the physician overseeing the patients' medical progress and as a mentor guiding them through their emotional journeys.

Trivia/Interesting Facts

• The patients spend up to a year documenting their weight loss journey, though the episode condenses this period into one hour.
• The gastric bypass surgery is only a small part of the treatment. Diet changes, exercise, and therapy are also key priorities.
• Over 100 patients have shared their stories on 'My 600-lb Life', providing the audience with a deep well of empathy and understanding for people struggling with obesity.

Awards

To date, 'My 600-lb Life' has not received any notable awards or nominations. However, it has been praised for its raw and unflinching portrayals of extreme weight loss and the emotional challenges that accompany such a journey.

Quotes

• "You're not at 600 pounds because you have good habits." - Dr. Younan Nowzaradan
• "Life is a constant battle with my weight." - Patient

Music/soundtrack

• The soundtrack for 'My 600-lb Life' consists primarily of royalty-free music used for dramatic effect throughout the episodes.