From Discovery Health?s Big Medicine, Marc weighs more than 700 pounds and undergoes a by pass surgery to lose weight. After the procedure, he does not follow doctor?s orders and lands back in the hospital with post-surgery complications.
From Discovery Health?s Half Ton Man, Rosalie Bradford ate her way into the record books as the world?s heaviest woman. After becoming bed bound, she seeks help at Brookhaven and realizes that she has a food addiction.
From Discovery Health?s XXXtreme Weight Loss, Tricia?s struggle with weight gain began when she had her first child. After an accident, she gains even more weight until she discovers how to eat her meals in reverse.
From Discovery Health?s Big Medicine, Allen has lost over 400 lbs since his by-pass surgery 16 months ago. Though his weight is coming off, he still has significant strides to make before he will be able to walk again.
From the Discovery Health program What's Making You Fat: A Bob Green Special, Bob Greene tells what fats you actually need to be healthy. He also talks about the importance of food journaling and understanding what causes you to overeat.
Discovery Health's own Dr. John Whyte describes how weight- bearing exercises, among other things, can help prevent osteoporosis and bone-related injuries.
Dr. John Whyte provides simple ways diabetics can reduce risks of hypoglycemia while exercising. He also describes the benefits of walking for those with diabetes, AND those interested in reducing the risk of diabetes.
Discovery Health's own Dr. John Whyte describes how those who suffer from asthma can - and should - participate in exercise. Tips for surviving asthma attacks during physical activities are also provided.