There are clear and well-publicised problems and health risks that are associated with being obese. Carrying too much weight, can increase the risk of developing heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure or a number of other health problems.

Obesity is a problem that rules the day-to-day lives of many people. It’s no easy matter losing weight, and once you’ve lost the weight it is often difficult to keep it off. However with a gastric balloon remarkable results can be achieved within a short space of time. The gastric balloon is a simple way to lose weight and change your relationship with food forever.

The gastric balloon procedure is not an operation, the balloon is inserted via the mouth and oesophagus. The gastric balloon means that you do not have to undergo surgery, which can be risky. Insertion is usually done under sedation and is a quick procedure lasting about ten to fifteen minutes. After a short recovery period from the sedation, you are able to return home. You may experience some nausea, vomiting and stomach cramps for a few days, and you will need to take it easy until your body adjusts to the presence of the balloon, but you can return to normal activities very quickly.

The gastric balloon “floats” in the stomach, giving you a feeling of satiety and fullness. The balloon is designed to partial fill your stomach so that you feel fuller quicker, get less hungry, and more importantly alter your relationship with food. For best results you will need to follow the dietary advice of the dietician, and by also increasing your physical exercise you will notice improvements in your overall fitness and your health.

The gastric balloon is removed after six months. During the six months that the balloon has been in place you will have been able to adjust your eating habits and lifestyle to enable you to maintain a healthy and stable weight.