Sounds like you have been struggling over the years. I would consider a procedure with a hormonal component such as the sleeve gastrectomy. The lap band is a restrictive procedure. You must be willing to make major changes in eating habits and lifestyle to be successful with the band. Gastric sleeve surgery is a popular weight loss solution because it is designed to help you to feel fuller, thus eliminating your desire to eat as much or as often.
At a normal BMI of 24 you will not qualify for surgery. Another option would be a gastric balloon. If you are looking for an effective, non-surgical tool to help you lose weight, the newly approved gastric balloon – or weight loss balloon - may be a good option for you. Although you may hear the balloon called “gastric balloon surgery,” this is inaccurate because the balloon procedure is not a surgical treatment.
Criteria for surgery depends on your BMI. You can find a BMI calculator online or To work out your BMI:
