Ep 11. James K's Story
- TV14
- March 15, 2017
- 88 min
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5.9 (42)
James K's Story is an episode from season 5 of the reality TV show, My 600-lb Life. It follows the journey of James, a man who weighs around 791 lbs and is unable to move or take care of himself. He lives with his girlfriend Lisa, who supports him while enabling his bad eating habits.
At the beginning of the episode, James is shown struggling to do anything for himself. He needs Lisa's help to get out of bed, take a shower, and go to the bathroom. He spends most of his day lying on the couch watching TV and eating junk food. His weight has taken a toll on his body and he suffers from severe lymphedema, sleep apnea, and other health problems.
James knows he needs help and decides to see Dr. Nowzaradan, a bariatric surgeon who specializes in treating morbid obesity. Dr. Nowzaradan gives him a strict diet plan and tells him he needs to lose weight before he can qualify for weight loss surgery. The plan is difficult for James to follow, and he struggles with cravings and temptation.
As the episode progresses, James starts to make progress. He loses weight and gains more mobility. He starts to cook his own meals and take care of himself more. However, Lisa undermines his progress by bringing junk food into the house and enabling his bad habits. James has to confront Lisa about her behavior and make a difficult decision about their relationship.
Throughout the episode, viewers get a glimpse into James' past and the events that led him to become so overweight. He opens up about his childhood and the emotional trauma he experienced, which led to him using food as a coping mechanism. He also talks about his relationship with Lisa and how they enable each other's bad habits.
At the end of the episode, viewers see James undergo weight loss surgery and continue his journey towards a healthier lifestyle. The episode is an emotional and inspiring look at the struggles of morbid obesity and the challenges faced by those who are trying to lose weight. It shows the importance of family support and the power of determination and hard work.
