OBESITY TREATMENT

In a 2021 survey, it is estimated that 25.9% of adults in England are obese (BMI more than 30) and 37.9% are overweight (BMI between 25-30). 

Men are more likely than women to be obese. 

Most cases can be addressed by a combination of healthy eating and exercise but surgery is increasingly being used. Procedures offered include gastric bands. 

NHS treatment is only offered to those who have tried other options and failed. It is important before you seek private treatment that you discuss all possibilities with your GP and consultant, since all procedures have risks. Treatment available to you via private providers includes bariatric surgery options such as gastric balloon insertion, gastric bands or gastric bypasses.