September 28, 2026

 *This article discusses sensitive health topics, including severe chronic illness, mental health struggles, and Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID). If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or thoughts of self-harm, please reach out for support by calling or texting 988  (US/Canada) or contacting your local emergency services.   For Marcus, a 49-year-old hockey player living near Lake

For Carnivore Shug, a 6’4″ former farm kid from Iowa now living in Scottsdale, Arizona, being the “big guy” was the only identity he had ever known. His weight steadily climbed over the years to a peak of 370 pounds.   Like many struggling with severe obesity, he tried standard weight loss methods—including extreme juice cleanses and calorie restriction—only to