The Allurion swallowable gastric balloon, which doesn’t require surgery or endoscopy, is a breakthrough weight-loss solution available in Turkey. Many international patients have chosen this option due to its convenience and minimal invasiveness. Reviews highlight the ease of the procedure—patients swallow the balloon in capsule form, and it inflates in the stomach, leading to gradual weight loss. Most patients report a positive experience, citing Turkey’s state-of-the-art medical facilities and the attention to... +More

Diet tablets, or weight-loss pills, are medications or supplements designed to help individuals lose weight by suppressing appetite, boosting metabolism, or blocking fat absorption. Common prescription options include Orlistat and Phentermine, while over-the-counter products often include herbal supplements. However, these should be used under medical supervision, as many come with side effects or limited effectiveness without lifestyle changes.

Patients typically need a Body Mass Index (BMI) of 35 or higher, with obesity-related health conditions, or a BMI of 40 or more to qualify for gastric sleeve surgery. This surgery, known as Vertical Sleeve Gastrectomy (VSG), involves removing about 80% of the stomach to reduce food intake and is one of the most popular bariatric procedures.

Foods to Avoid After Bariatric Surgery TurkeyRed meat that's tough or dry.Greasy, high fat foods.Heavily seasoned or spicy foods.Sugar alcohols, such as erythritol, glycerol, mannitol, sorbitol and xylitol.Foods reheated in the microwave. 

Before-and-after images of gastric sleeve patients highlight not only the weight loss but also the excess skin that may remain, especially in areas like the abdomen. Many patients opt for skin removal surgeries after achieving their weight-loss goals.