Kirsten Perez encountered numerous challenges on her weight loss journey during her time on “My 600-lb Life.” Despite initial progress, she struggled with the program’s requirements and faced personal obstacles that hindered her success.
Kirsten Perez was featured in Season 5 of “My 600-lb Life,” which aired in 2017. When viewers were first introduced to Kirsten, she weighed over 600 pounds and her mobility and quality of life were severely affected by her weight. Determined to change her life, she sought help from Dr. Younan Nowzaradan, commonly known as Dr. Now, in Houston, Texas.
Throughout the episode, Kirsten’s struggles with her weight were shown to be deeply rooted in her emotional and psychological issues, including a traumatic past and an addiction to food. Dr. Now provided her with a strict diet plan and set a goal for her to qualify for weight loss surgery. Initially, Kirsten made some progress and was able to lose enough weight to undergo gastric bypass surgery.
However, her journey was far from smooth. Kirsten faced several setbacks, including difficulties adhering to the diet, personal problems, and emotional distress. She often clashed with Dr. Now due to her resistance to following the program and her tendency to make excuses for her lack of progress.
Despite these challenges, Kirsten did manage to lose some weight by the end of her episode. However, her journey did not end there. Updates on her progress have been scarce since her appearance on the show, and it is unclear how much additional weight she has lost or if she has maintained her weight loss over time. Like many individuals who appear on “My 600-lb Life,” Kirsten’s path to a healthier life is ongoing and requires continuous effort and dedication.