1000-LB Sisters

Since making his television debut,1000-lb SistersstarChris Combshas lost weight and significantly improved his health.

Chris struggled with weight his whole life, and the problem followed him into his adulthood.

His weight was a lifelong enemy.

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It caused health problems and lowered his quality of life.

His weight-loss journey hasn’t been easy.

Read on to learn more about how Chris' weight-loss journey has improved his health.

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The1000-lb Sistersseason 7 starlived with morbid obesity and struggled with elevated sugar levels.

When his health was at its worst, Chris was taking up to five shots of insulin a day.

Just moving around was difficult, and his body was in pain all the time.

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On top of all that, Chris was scared.

Chris didn’t want to leave his own family, the way that his father had left him.

1000-Lb Sisters star Chris Combs looks serious and smiles in a montage image.

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He wanted to be around for a long time to come.

After having bariatric surgery in 2022, Chris lost 150 pounds.

His doctor,Dr.

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Eric Smith,posted an amazing before and after of Chris on Instagram in March 2024.

“This is the best journey that I’ve ever decided to take and stick with.”

Losing weight hasn’t all been sunshine and rainbows for Chris.

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During1000-lb Sistersseason 6, he found himself at a weight-loss plateau.

After shedding the pounds quickly initially, his progress slowed down, which devastated him.

Chris wasdesperate to remove all the excess skin left behind by his rapid weight loss.

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He was heartbroken when doctors told him to lose another 60 pounds first.

How Has Chris Been Losing Weight?

The Old Fashioned Way

Chris has been losing weight the old-fashioned way; through diet and exercise.

“Chris' skin removal is the icing on his weight loss journey’s cake.”

During1000-lb Sistersseason 6,Chris had skin removal surgery.

Chris waseager to be able to keep up with his grandchildrenand even with his wife.

Amazingly, Chris accomplished everything he set his mind to.

Have Chris' Medical Conditions Improved?

During the episode, the family went to a local swimming hole.

Not only does Chris look like a sliver of his former self, he’s healthier than ever.

He’s no longer taking five shots of insulin a day.

In fact, he no longer needs insulin.

Though he’s come a long way, Chris' journey isn’t over.

Since losing weight, Chris has had more energy than ever.

The1000-lb Sistersstar is the patriarch of the Slaton clan, so they need him.

He’s also a fan favorite because of hispositive attitude and fun-loving approach to losing weight.

Though he’s come a long way, Chris' journey isn’t over.

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