My 600-lb Life season 5 aired some of the series' most powerful episodes, including Doug Armstrong's, but what happened to Doug after the cameras stopped rolling is even more interesting. The TLC docuseries showcases the journeys of Dr. Younan Nowzaradan's patients, as they travel to Houston, Texas to be put under his care. While working with "Dr. Now," patients typically follow strict diet and exercise plans, in order to try and qualify for bariatric surgery. Cast members who shed enough pounds may minimize the health risks associated with obesity.
My 600-lb Life viewers met Doug at his heaviest. He weighed nearly 700 pounds when he was introduced on the series. Thankfully, Doug's journey with My 600-lb Life's Dr. Younan Nowzaradan didn't have a heartbreaking end. In fact, his episode documented a fruitful beginning. After some difficulties with his program during the process with the doctor, Doug was able to lose a significant amount of weight. He qualified for weight loss surgery, and had excess skin removed, all over the course of a few years. Though his journey was a long one, it was beneficial to his overall health, and proved to be incredibly interesting to watch.
Doug Armstrong Lost Hundreds Of Pounds On My 600-Lb Life
According to Doug's Facebook, it has been eight years since he started his My 600-lb Life weight loss journey. He has lost over 400 pounds, and reaped the benefits. After losing the weight, the My 600-lb Life cast member welcomed five children with his wife. They've continued to grow their family over the course of the last several years. Doug and his spouse settled down together with their kids, and update their followers about their day-to-day lives on social media. Occasionally, Doug provides facts about his health as well.
My 600-Lb Life Star Doug Armstrong Is Inspiring
Doug went through hardships before meeting Dr. Now, and while he progressed through his weight loss journey. Before he started taking his health seriously, he lived with trauma due to being the victim of sexual assault during his childhood. Also, his parents abandoned him. Due to his chaotic upbringing, Doug turned to food. It comforted him, and he grappled with an addictive personality, in terms of eating and other vices, including drugs. With his mental health impacting his physical health, Doug from My 600-lb Life was wise to seek help. His victories are impressive, as he has definitely evolved.
Though Doug has embraced a quiet life now that his health is under control, it's clear that he cares deeply for those who live with weight and/or mental health issues. He advocates for these important topics on social media, bringing awareness to causes that some may not learn about otherwise. With My 600-lb Life in Doug's past, his future with his family (and his health) is clearly bright.
Source: Doug Armstrong/Facebook