<p>One aspect of the present invention relates to methods for inducing satiation to prevent or treat obesity and manage weight/body composition by decreasing food intake both during a meal and to increasing the duration of time between meals. Specifically methods to increase the size of a food bolus without increasing the corresponding energy density are disclosed. In addition, methods of inducing satiation through small intestine volume displacement and placement of pressure on the walls of the small intestine in a manner which is non-invasive and does not result in significant pain or discomfort are disclosed.</p>
