The internet can’t stop talking about an 800-pound man whose daily eating habits have stunned millions. His meals include stacks of pancakes, fast food by the bag, fried dinners, and desserts—amounts so large they rival what most people eat in a week.
Clips of his routine sparked both shock and concern, with some calling it “unbelievable” and doctors warning the diet puts him at serious risk of heart disease, diabetes, and organ failure.
But beyond the outrage, the story has also started an important conversation about food addiction, mental health, and the lack of resources for people battling extreme obesity. Many argue he doesn’t just need judgment—he needs help.