Man who weighed 48st manages to lose 32st without GLP-1s. Here’s how

Tiny has had health complications over the years, including being diagnosed with the thyroid immune condition Graves’ disease at age 34, as well as sore knees, gallbladder issues and shoulder pain. - (Your Photo Finish/PA Real Life)

A father who lost 32st after being cautioned that his size endangered his life during open-heart surgery now believes he has the "best chance" of staying with his family.

Standing 6ft 8in tall, 46-year-old maintenance business owner Mark Bailey, from Stockton, Warwickshire, was nicknamed Tiny and was a "big lad" from a young age. Having been "on the heavier side" since childhood, he hit a peak weight of 48st 9lbs (309kg) aged 39, requiring 7XL tops and 72-inch waist trousers.