My 600-Lb. Life: Extended Season 2 Episode 3 Cynthia's Story

Cynthia's Story is the third episode of the second season of the television show My 600-Lb. Life: Extended. This episode follows the journey of Cynthia, a 49-year-old woman from California who weighs 610 pounds.

Cynthia's weight problem began early in life. She describes her parents as overfeeders, and her relationship with food has always been one of comfort and coping. Despite many efforts to lose weight, Cynthia has never been able to succeed in her weight loss goals, and her weight has continued to climb over the years.

At the beginning of the episode, Cynthia admits that her health has taken a turn for the worse. She suffers from several debilitating health conditions, including diabetes, high blood pressure, and severe lymphedema. She has difficulty walking and is largely confined to her home. She knows that if she doesn't make a change soon, her life will be in danger.

Cynthia decides to seek help from Dr. Nowzaradan, a renowned bariatric surgeon based in Houston, Texas. She travels to his office in Houston to begin the weight loss program that will hopefully change her life for the better.

During her initial consultation with Dr. Now, Cynthia discusses her medical history and her goals for weight loss. Dr. Now tells her that he will put her on a strict diet and exercise regimen, and he warns her that she will need to lose a significant amount of weight before he can perform the weight loss surgery that she so desperately needs.

Over the course of the episode, Cynthia works hard to follow Dr. Now's plan. She begins to exercise regularly, even though it is difficult and painful for her. She follows a strict diet that limits her caloric intake, and she tries her best to resist the temptation to eat her favorite comfort foods.

As she makes progress, Cynthia's health begins to improve. Her diabetes becomes more manageable, her blood pressure decreases, and the swelling in her legs begins to go down. She is able to walk more easily and begins to feel hopeful about her future.

However, Cynthia's journey is not without setbacks. She struggles with her diet at times and experiences moments of temptation. She also confronts some difficult emotional issues from her past that have contributed to her weight problem. With the help of Dr. Now and a therapist, she works through these issues and learns to prioritize her health above all else.

By the end of the episode, Cynthia has made significant progress in her weight loss journey. She has lost a considerable amount of weight and has improved her health dramatically. She feels more confident and hopeful about her future, and she knows that there is still work to be done.

In the final scene of the episode, Cynthia returns home to California, excited to continue her journey and make even more progress. She realizes that her weight loss journey is far from over, but she is committed to making the necessary changes to reach her ultimate goal.