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.
Runtime: 26:14 minutes
Quality: HD
First air date: Feb 01, 2012
Last air date: Apr 17, 2024
Episode: 171 Episode
Season: 12 Season
IMDb: 4.5
