Fans have flocked to “My 600-Lb.

Life” over the years out of curiosity and fascination.

The fascination comes from discovering that people who are hundreds of pounds overweight can turn their lives around.

Dr. Younan Nowzaradan

Unable to drop the pounds on their own, they turn toDr.

Getting on the show is relatively easy, thanks to a simple utility process.

If you’re into privacy or don’t like being told what to do, “My 600-Lb.

My 600-Lb Life couple eating

Life” may not be for you.

As the title indicates, only people weighing 600 pounds or above are eligible.

Still, there are some perks to opening your life to the world.

Brittani Fulfer My 600-Lb Life

Life" cast members who agree to be filmed while bathing.

Then, of course, there’s the weight loss itself.

Not everyone can meet that goal.

Some, sadly, havedied, most often of health conditions related to their obesity.

Perhaps the toughest rule for “600-Lb” cast members to abide by is the non-disclosure agreement.