Remarkable Examples Of Weight Loss Transformations: Christina Philips, Charity Pierce, Amber Rachdi And More
Feb 08, 2022 by apost team
The reality television series “My 600 lb Life” is a show that helps overweight participants achieve a healthier lifestyle. A common occurrence on the show is getting a gastric bypass or other weight-loss surgeries. Individuals on the series typically meet with Dr. Younan Nowzaradan who has them try to lose weight on their own, usually so they can reach a weight that is safe for surgery.
The show has been on TLC since it first aired in 2012. A typical episode follows an obese person’s life for a year as they work to change their eating habits and learn how to live healthier lifestyles. Many participants weigh over 600 pounds when they begin the show, and a good amount of people have made significant changes in their habits and lost considerable weight.
The popularity of the reality series has been incredible. There are 10 seasons for fans to watch, and often people will go on social media to share their opinions of the show and to keep up with previous stars. Websites like Instagram and Facebook have allowed fans of the show to continue to watch the progress of their favorite participants.
The changes that are seen on “My 600 lb Life” are critical for most of the individuals on the show. A lot of the participants can’t take care of themselves without help when they first start out, but through hard work and dedication, they are able to get their freedom back. Here we have compiled a list of five of the greatest transformations seen from stars of the series. Read on to learn more about these incredible individuals.
Rachdi weighed almost 660 pounds when she was just 24. She relied on food to make her feel better emotionally, so she decided to go to therapy to address her overeating. With the help of gastric bypass surgery and major lifestyle changes, Rachdi now weighs around 235 pounds.
Phillips is remembered for being the participant with the greatest weight loss success in the history of the show. She started her journey at 708 pounds, and in 2015 she appeared on the TLC special “My 600 lb Life: Where Are They Now?” At the time of the follow-up, Phillips weighed only 183 pounds. She underwent weight-loss surgery, as well as a procedure to remove excess skin.
McCants appeared on the third season of “My 600 lb Life.” At her heaviest, she weighed 800 pounds, but in 2019 McCants announced that, since appearing on the series, she has lost an astonishing 600 pounds. On her Instagram page, McCants says she is a motivational speaker and philanthropist. She uses her account to promote many weight loss events.
Morris was able to lose 500 pounds thanks to help from the show. This allowed her to accomplish her lifelong dream of starting a family. She now has three children and says she is grateful for Dr. Nowzaradan’s help in achieving her goals and changing her life.
Charity Pierce
When she appeared in season three of the series, Pierce was considered one of the heaviest women in the world. She was deeply unhappy with what her life had become because of her weight. "I would rather die than live this way," Pierce said on the show. She was able to lose an impressive 400 pounds.
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