My 600-Lb. Life: Extended Season 1 Episode 9 Amber's Story

  • April 14, 2016

Amber's Story is the ninth episode of the extended season 1 of My 600-Lb. Life. The episode focuses on Amber, a 24-year-old woman who weighs over 600 pounds and is facing numerous health problems as a result of her weight.

Amber's journey starts with her meeting with Dr. Now, a specialist in weight loss surgery. She shares her struggles with food addiction and emotional eating. Dr. Now advises her to change her relationship with food and start a strict diet plan.

Amber moves to Houston to start her weight loss journey. She lives with her supportive boyfriend, Ro, who helps her to overcome her addiction to food. Together, they start preparing healthier meals and following Dr. Now's diet plan.

However, Amber faces several challenges on her journey, including recurring health problems and emotional trauma from her past. She opens up about her troubled childhood and abusive relationships, which contributed to her weight gain.

Amber also struggles with her mental health, dealing with anxiety and depression. She meets with a therapist to confront her emotional issues and develop coping strategies.

Despite these challenges, Amber remains determined to lose weight. She stays committed to her diet plan and daily exercise routine. As she sheds pounds, she gains confidence and energy, and starts to enjoy life again.

The episode concludes with Amber achieving her weight loss goals, thanks to her hard work and support system. She credits Dr. Now and her boyfriend for helping her to transform her life.

Overall, Amber's Story is a powerful and inspiring episode, showing the highs and lows of a weight loss journey. It emphasizes the importance of support, dedication, and emotional healing in achieving long-term success.

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Description
  • First Aired
    April 14, 2016
  • Language
    English