Inflated balloons that trick the stomach into feeling full have long been used for weight loss. The problem is that they become less effective the longer they stay inflated. Now, MIT engineers have ...

CAMBRIDGE, MA --Gastric balloons — silicone balloons filled with air or saline and placed in the stomach — can help people lose weight by making them feel too full to overeat. However, this effect ...

GLP-1 meds are all the rage for weight loss nowadays, but not everyone can safely take the drugs to shed pounds. Invasive weight-loss surgeries can often be a tough sell, too. Now, researchers at the ...

A sedentary lifestyle is a major factor that affects your metabolism. A slower metabolism equates to fewer calories being ...

Weight loss is a complicated process. Some people may need extra help to burn fat and keep the weight off. The most common option is weight loss surgery. However, it may not be affordable for everyone ...

LOS ANGELES — A multicenter study of more than 3000 overweight and obese patients in Brazil who had intragastric-balloon procedures indicates that this is "a valid endoscopic therapeutic option for ...

IBI Healthcare Partners with Spatz Medical for Revolutionary Spatz3 Gastric Balloon. Enhancing Patient Outcomes with Innovative Weight Loss Solutions. Spatz3 Gastric Balloon - High Success Rate, ...

The Gastric Balloons and Bands Market Research Report Study. Covers global and regional markets with an in-depth analysis of the overall market growth prospects. It also sheds light on the ...

More and more, obesity is recognized as a disease, increasing the risk of serious health conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, joint and back pains, strokes, fatty liver, cirrhosis ...