Men and women, all of whom weigh at least 600 pounds, undergo gastric-bypass surgery. The series follows the changes in their weight and in their lives over a year.
EPISODE 1
Melissa's Story
Melissa weighs a shocking 673 pounds, and decides to begin her seven-year weight-loss journey toward a healthier life.
EPISODE 2
Melissa struggles to get to her ideal weight after starting her weight loss journey from 650 pounds with gastric bypass.
EPISODE 3
Donald's Story
Donald has difficulty walking and relies on his parents to take care of him, so he gets motivated to begin his weight loss journey.
EPISODE 4
Henry's Story
Henry hopes to transform himself for his high school reunion, and gastric bypass is the first step to combating his 715 pounds.
EPISODE 5
Ashley's Story
Ashley wants to achieve her goal of owning a childcare facility, but must lose weight before her dreams can be met.
Zsalynn's Story
Zsaylnn, once known as the "Fat Girl Rock Star" - married a man who loves large women. Now weighing over 600lbs, she urgently needs to lose weight to be the mother her daughter deserves. Can Zsalynn succeed with a husband who doesn't support her goals?
Younan Nowzaradan
Graham Davidson
Jonathan Nowzaradan