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Explore four mind-blowing stories about people who survived certain death because of their fat. Sometimes the most unlikely hero is extra weight we carry around.

The polygamist lifestyle of Kody Brown, his four wives and their combined 18 children as they attempt to navigate life as a 'normal' family in Utah.

Trouble is lurking in the bodies of three different women. In rural Washington State, a teenager's shoulder pain leads to her to quarantine in a matter of days.

When Annjeannette was nine, a public campaign was set up to send her to fat camp. The fat-shaming has continued, and she has struggled with food addiction.

Matt updates the family with news about Roloff Farms. Plus, Amy confronts him about the conflict he's caused with the family.

While Liz begins the tough road to recovery from her leg surgery, Amber tries to improve her real estate game with some help from Anna and Alex.

In the 1990s, showrunner Dan Schneider brought laughter and mentorship to kid's TV. But behind the scenes, female writers faced a sexist environment.

Three healthy people with a love of the outdoors are struck down by a menace that lurks inside them. In Ohio, a young boy wastes away in front of his parents.

Shirlene doesn't like what she sees when Austin gives Kris his Christmas present. Janelle is hopeful when Tina reunites with an old flame.

Brenda is paralysed down one side of her face and desperately wants her smile back. Plus, surgeon Vijay attempts a difficult procedure to straighten Meghan's jaw.

In the 1990s, showrunner Dan Schneider brought laughter and mentorship to kid's TV. But behind the scenes, female writers faced a sexist environment.

Three healthy people with a love of the outdoors are struck down by a menace that lurks inside them. In Ohio, a young boy wastes away in front of his parents.

When Angela's family is unable to join her on her weight-loss journey, she reaches out to an old love, who is willing to make the trip to Texas with her.

Matt's decision to sell the farm continues to cause a rift in the family. Plus, Zach and Tori rush to make it to the hospital when baby number three comes early!

After yoga fails to inspire the family to get active, Amber gets bikes for everyone. Plus, Trent and Amber surprise the family with matching tattoos.

Buddy creates an intricate cake for Sofia's graduation. And, a colourful cake for the Indian Holi festival brightens the bakery.

It's Fleet Week in New York and Navy ships are in port. The bakery creates an amazing cake to honour the Navy's service men and women.

Buddy is cooking poultry. Nothing gets his mouth watering like his tamari and garlic chicken with coconut rice, sausage-stuffed turkey rollatini and chicken francaise.

Todd is obsessed with preserving the value of his assets. To keep his home looking new, he wraps all of his possessions, from his car to his bathroom, in plastic.

Following the lives of people, each weighing over 600lbs. Through their year-long journeys, they attempt to lose thousands of pounds collectively, to survive.

Kim and Barry deal with the frustration of a drawn-out divorce. Meanwhile, Olivia shares with her friend where things went wrong with Ethan.

Explore four mind-blowing stories about people who survived certain death because of their fat. Sometimes the most unlikely hero is extra weight we carry around.

McKayla, 17, decides to move out of her grandparents' house with her baby. Meanwhile, Lexus, 16, reveals the details on her breakup with Shayden.

Lexus reunites with her child's father. Plus, Shannon tells her daughter, McKayla, she can move in, but there's a catch - her boyfriend is not welcome.

Lexus tells her mum she's back with Shayden. McKayla tells Caelan to step up as a dad. And, Laura and boyfriend Tylor are just days from inducing labour.

Tim and Cindy disapprove of Shannon's new house. Chloe attends a school for pregnant teens, and Laura's induction day clashes with her sister's birthday.

While Amber signs the family up for a charity bike ride, Liz takes her first steps out of her wheelchair. Plus, Alex and Emma head to the orthodontist for braces.

The team is asked to make a roulette table cake for a local businessman. It is also the start of wedding season and the cake orders are piling up.

Buddy bakes a bi-plane cake for a hospital and a bride makes trouble when she doesn't like her cake. Stretch plots revenge against Buddy.

Buddy prepares tasty chocolate recipes, including the mouth-watering black forest roulade and chocolate crème brûlée. Plus, Mauro and Joey make chocolate profiteroles.

Bed-bound for two years, Lashanta relies on her kids to clean and feed her. She's determined to join Dr. Now's programme, but she needs help to leave the house.

Josh urges Lily to move forward with their wedding ceremony, so she sets a test for him. James and Tatha's Indonesian wedding is full of surprises.

A pre-wedding fight threatens to ruin Michael and Mercy's big day. Jose has some bad news for Louise. Tionne loses it over David's dancing.

Series favourites give their own juicy takes on the previous episode's drama from the comfort of their own homes - and no-one is holding back!

Three lively people suddenly come face to face with their own mortality. In Virginia, a teen suffers seizures and sudden blindness when her brain is attacked.

Josh urges Lily to move forward with their wedding ceremony, so she sets a test for him. James and Tatha's Indonesian wedding is full of surprises.

A pre-wedding fight threatens to ruin Michael and Mercy's big day. Jose has some bad news for Louise. Tionne loses it over David's dancing.

Series favourites give their own juicy takes on the previous episode's drama from the comfort of their own homes - and no-one is holding back!

Three lively people suddenly come face to face with their own mortality. In Virginia, a teen suffers seizures and sudden blindness when her brain is attacked.

Bed-bound for two years, Lashanta relies on her kids to clean and feed her. She's determined to join Dr. Now's programme, but she needs help to leave the house.

Zach, Tori, and the kids adjust to life with a new-born. Plus, Matt and Caryn open up to friends about their strained relationship with Zach and Tori.

While Amber signs the family up for a charity bike ride, Liz takes her first steps out of her wheelchair. Plus, Alex and Emma head to the orthodontist for braces.

The crew makes a basketball-inspired cake as a Father's Day surprise for a hoop-mad dad. But disaster strikes during delivery!

Buddy and the team make an erupting volcano cake for a science camp. And, there's a movie-themed cake with a projection screen inside!

Buddy is nostalgic for Rome, so he's making Roman-inspired dishes. His stracciatelli soup, pizza bianca and shrimp Catalan bring a Roman dining experience home!

David and Kelly's sexual chemistry intensifies. And, as a storm descends on the villa, the astrologers attempt to keep their star matched couples on the path to love.

Series favourites give their own juicy takes on the previous episode's drama from the comfort of their own homes - and no-one is holding back!

Having spent the last two years in his bed due to his weight, Cillas' food addiction prevents him from being there for his fiancée and her three daughters.

The team visit a museum for a prehistoric mammal cake. A Sweet 16 cake proves complicated and Frankie makes and decorates a cake all by himself.

The team are like kids in a toy store - literally, when they are asked to make a toy shop-themed cake. They also have a beach-themed cake to create.

The best way to entertain is making sure there's time to talk to guests. Buddy demonstrates simple recipes to avoid any worries about being stuck in the kitchen.

With severe lymphedema Mercedes can barely stand, and her family helps her care for her young kids. To successfully lose weight she must confront her past trauma.

After falling off a balcony, part of Alfie's skill is missing, and his brain is unprotected. Plus, Sue hopes an artificial eye will bring back her confidence.

Shakisaha split her left earlobe after stretching it with gauges. Mike is a tough guy with a soft bump on his head and Dania's rhinophyma kept her from enjoying life.

Ed wants his stomach lump removed before his girlfriend gets out of prison. And, James has a large, squishy lump on his forehead.

Three lively people suddenly come face to face with their own mortality. In Virginia, a teen suffers seizures and sudden blindness when her brain is attacked.

After falling off a balcony, part of Alfie's skill is missing, and his brain is unprotected. Plus, Sue hopes an artificial eye will bring back her confidence.

Shakisaha split her left earlobe after stretching it with gauges. Mike is a tough guy with a soft bump on his head and Dania's rhinophyma kept her from enjoying life.

Ed wants his stomach lump removed before his girlfriend gets out of prison. And, James has a large, squishy lump on his forehead.

Three lively people suddenly come face to face with their own mortality. In Virginia, a teen suffers seizures and sudden blindness when her brain is attacked.

With severe lymphedema Mercedes can barely stand, and her family helps her care for her young kids. To successfully lose weight she must confront her past trauma.

Zach worries Jackson might lose his confidence once he realises he's a little person. Plus, Matt gets news that will affect his future with Caryn.

As their home is shown at an open house, the family heads to an amusement park where they are called the 'M' word. Back home, they discover that their house has sold.

Despite only dating a few months, Christine and David go house shopping. The family gathers for Gwendlyn's bridal shower, and Kody meets David.

Meet extreme cheapskates the O'Briens, who manage to save big by refusing to buy anything new, and instead find ingenious ways of fixing their broken belongings.

While Liz begins the tough road to recovery from her leg surgery, Amber tries to improve her real estate game with some help from Anna and Alex.

A pre-wedding fight threatens to ruin Michael and Mercy's big day. Jose has some bad news for Louise. Tionne loses it over David's dancing.

Marion solves the mystery of the V-shaped gap in Debra's toes. And she has a surprising treatment for a psoriasis patient to stop the itch.

A time for cheer is met with jeer as the entire family remains divided during Christmas, and Amy celebrates her first Christmas as a single mum.

When a regular trip to the grocery store turns into an emergency after having a fall, Delana must admit how badly she needs Dr. Now's help to lose weight.

Meet a teen who has aged prematurely, a schoolteacher who cries crystals, a mother with very brittle bones, and a boy with butterfly skin.