The Virtual Gastric Band is a structured weight loss program developed by Sheila Granger in the United Kingdom. She has conducted numerous trials to establish the efficacy of the program. The program is helping in the fight against obesity. Having trained with Sheila on The Virtual Gastric Band, I am now pleased to offer it in India at my centre - HELM.

The Virtual Gastric Band is for those individuals who are seeking to lose weight but do not want to or qualify for bariatric surgery. The program provides the benefits of weight loss surgery but without the risk of an operation, the massive cost and wait time. In India, bariatric surgery cost ranges between rupees 2-5 lacs, whereas The VGB is available at a fraction of the cost of physical surgery and has produced comparable results. It is safe, painless and as no drugs are used, there are no side effects. You do not need to take time off from work for recovery.

The program, which is designed to bring about a permanent change in your eating mindset, uses processes to help relax the mind. The subconscious mind is conditioned into believing that just as in actual surgery, an adjustable band has been placed around the upper portion of the stomach to create a small stomach pouch. Thus, the body becomes satisfied with reduced food intake. The program changes the way you think about food, your choice of food, triggering the weight loss you desire.

It is proven that eating less and exercising promotes good body shape, better fitness, and good health. Moderate daily exercise is an essential part of the program. This program employs a virtual gastric band and mind training techniques. It is not a diet, so you will not feel deprived or miserable. The mind-training techniques help you to form new habits which can be easily maintained. You will be liberated from the constant thought of food and eat consciously, listen, and respond to your stomach and know when to STOP.

To achieve long term change requires a Commitment to Change and it must begin from within. Hypnosis is a great vehicle for retraining the mind to effectively modify the behaviours, beliefs, and habits that you have developed over the years around food.

There are some simple guidelines to be followed for the success of therapy.

Currently, this program is being offered in Delhi NCR but if you are located outside the region or the country, the sessions can easily be conducted via zoom.

The hour-long sessions run weekly over a period of 4 weeks. If you are making good progress, sessions may be spaced out. These are followed by sessions once a month for three months. Ongoing support will be available for you and you can purchase sessions on need basis.

An audio recording will be given to you to be heard daily during the course of the program to help reinforce and support new habits. The recording is exclusively for your use and Not to be shared with anyone else. I request your co-operation in this regard.

Please note: Weight loss results vary from person to person. Those with hormonal issues or medicine induced obesity may see a slow reduction. There are no guarantees to the amount of weight loss. Nothing is possible without your active participation and deep commitment to the process.

Disclaimer: This website is not intended as a substitute for medical advice of physicians. The readers are advised to consult a medical practitioner in matters relating to their health and particularly for any symptoms that may require diagnosis or medical attention.