Lacey Hodder began participating in the reality show Kilos Mortais in 2019, in the seventh season, weighing 313 kilos and living in isolation in Bay City, Michigan. The young woman had faced emotional difficulties linked to eating since childhood, when she weighed 160 kilos at the age of 12. Family pressures worsened the condition, leading her to seek medical advice from Dr. Nowzaradan, who prescribed a strict diet of 1,200 calories a day, rich in proteins and low in carbohydrates.
The decision to enter the program came after years of physical and social limitations, with the father expressing feelings of shame that intensified the isolation. Lacey, then 28, could barely move around the house and avoided outside interactions. The episode highlighted the urgency of the intervention, as the doctor warned of imminent health risks.
In the first two months, she lost 47 kilos, reaching the milestone for bariatric surgery.
- Main steps: adherence to the diet, regular walks and psychological support.
- Initial challenges: emotional relapses and family influence.
- Immediate result: approval for surgical procedure.
Roots of the relationship with food
From an early age, Lacey developed unbalanced eating patterns influenced by her mother, who also struggled with being overweight. At the age of 12, being overweight was already isolating the girl from normal school and social activities. The family, which owned restaurants, facilitated access to high-calorie meals.
The parents’ divorce brought instability, with the father showing verbal disapproval that affected his daughter’s self-esteem. The mother, after her own reduction surgery, changed habits to a plant-based diet, encouraging Lacey to follow the same path.
First Steps to Weight Loss
Lacey followed the medical plan with initial dedication, recording a 105-pound loss in eight weeks. Bariatric surgery, performed shortly after, marked the beginning of a more accelerated phase of weight loss. In a year and a half, she weighed 170 kilos, allowing for greater daily mobility.
The Covid-19 pandemic in 2020 brought interruptions, but Lacey picked up the pace in 2021, reaching 140 kilos in 2022. These advances involved regular consultations and adjustments to her diet, with a focus on lean proteins and vegetables.
Post-surgery procedures and adaptations
In 2023, weighing just over 100 kilos, Lacey began surgeries to remove excess skin, resolving remaining physical discomforts. These procedures, carried out in stages, improved quality of life and confidence in external activities. Recovery included physical therapy and nutritional monitoring to prevent regain.
She adopted athe vegan routine, sharing simple recipes such as vegetable protein shakes and varied salads.
- Benefits observed: reduction of joint pain and increase in daily energy.
- Postoperative care: use of compresses and light exercises for healing.
- Changes in diet: replacing snacks with whole-grain options and constant hydration.
Current social media routine
Lacey maintains active profiles on Instagram, TikTok and Facebook, where she posts weekly updates about her daily life. In 2025, she appears in videos testing protein bars and commenting on flavors, such as “This vegan option surprises with its balance of textures.” This content reaches thousands of views, encouraging followers on similar journeys.
She documents dog walks and visits to music shows, activities that were impossible years before. A recent post showed difficulty with “pure lettuce journeys” but emphasized persistence with light humor.
Online interaction includes responses to support messages, forming an informal motivational network.
Family background and influences
Lacey’s mother underwent bariatric surgery before her daughter and adopted veganism, serving as a practical example. The father, distant after the divorce, rarely appears in updates, but the young woman mentions partial reconciliations. Siblings and close relatives now support the changes, participating in mealshealthy family activities.
These dynamics evolved over time, with the family recognizing the role of past pressures in worsening the problem.
Lacey avoids direct comparisons to the past, focusing on weekly goals like walking 5 kilometers. In March 2025, photos revealed a silhouette weighing less than 300 kilos, with hair colored in vibrant tones such as purple, symbolizing personal renewal.
The young woman plans to expand the online support group started in 2019, connecting participants from similar realities.
- Favorite activities: comedy shows and light trails with friends.
- Shared tips: prioritize sleep and track calories via apps.
- Future goals: complete a virtual marathon and launch an e-book of recipes.
Daily weight loss maintenance
Lacey integrates exercises like yoga and indoor cycling three times a week, adapting to her flexible schedule. The diet maintains 1,200 calories, with an emphasis on fiber for prolonged satiety. Annual consultations with your doctor monitor hormone and bone levels, preventing common complications after massive loss.
She reports monthly fluctuations of 2 to 3 pounds, managed with adjustments in portions of nuts and fruits. Support from virtual communities reinforces adherence, with exchanges of experiences in dedicated forums.
This continuous approach guarantees stability, with a total loss of more than 200 kilos sincee 2019.
