Mayra Lizbeth Rosales: From 500 kg to a New Life

Mayra Lizbeth Rosales, once one of the heaviest women in the world, reached a staggering 500 kilograms (1,100 pounds) due to years of emotional eating and fast food addiction. Her body became her prison — bedridden, immobile, and dependent on others for basic care. Tragically, her husband enabled her habits, unknowingly sustaining the cycle of decline.

A family crisis became Mayra’s wake-up call. Determined to survive, she sought medical intervention, undergoing a series of high-risk surgeries including gastric bypass and procedures to remove excess skin and fat. Alongside surgery, she embraced a strict, healthy lifestyle and gradually regained mobility.

Over several years, Mayra lost over 400 kilograms, dropping to 92 kilograms (200 pounds). Beyond physical transformation, she reclaimed her independence, confidence, and emotional clarity.

Her marriage ended, but Mayra emerged stronger, inspiring millions with her story. Today, she symbolizes courage, resilience, and the power of personal reinvention — proving that with determination and support, even the heaviest burdens can be overcome.