Staying healthy and fit requires effort -- it's important to eat right and get enough exercise. Unfortunately, that is easier said than done. When it comes to weight issues, a lot of factors come into play, such as lifestyle, genetics, diseases and other issues. For the people on TLC's 'My 600-lb Life', they certainly have dealt with their fair share of physical issues and make their way onto the show in hope of getting better.

Now in its 10th season, the show has seen its fair share of success, helping people turn their lives around before it is too late. The show follows not only their physical journey to get healthy, but also the emotional one, as it certainly takes a toll on their mental health too.

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When does 'My 600-lb Life' release and where can you watch it

Season 10 of 'My 600-lb Life'returns to TLC on Wednesday, November 10 at 8pm ET/PT.

Who stars in the 'My 600-lb Life' series

Dr Younan Nowzaradan
Dr Younan Nowzaradan, also known as Dr Now, is an Iranian-born American doctor, TV personality, and author. On the show, patients are placed under his care in order to lose weight. Dr Now specializes in vascular surgery and bariatric surgery. Apart from being affiliated with Houston Obesity Surgery in Houston, he has also authored several scholarly publications on obesity and laparoscopy.

Each season of the show sees rotating cast members, all of whom are 600 pounds or more. The episodes are dedicated to their individual journeys, showcasing the health risks they face, the complications that come along with it, as well as their relationships with friends and family.

What is 'My 600-lb Life' all about

As per the synopsis of the series -- "Telling powerful stories in hourlong episodes, TLC follows medical journeys of morbidly obese people as they attempt to save their own lives. The featured individuals -- each weighing more than 600 pounds -- confront lifelong emotional and physical struggles as they make the courageous decision to undergo high-risk gastric bypass surgery. In addition to drastically changing their appearances, they hope to reclaim their independence, mend relationships with friends and family, and renew their feelings of self-worth."

Showrunners

'My 600-lb Life' is produced for TLC by Megalomedia.

Preview

You can check out the preview clip for Season 10 here