Magnet therapy vs. MRI: Does it actually work?

Magnetic therapy and MRI technology
Hi everyone. I’ve been struggling quite a bit with my weight lately, and honestly, sticking to a strict diet just isn't working for me right now. Because of that, I was wondering if anyone here has ever tried magnetic therapy? I’ve heard claims that it can help with obesity, smoking cessation, and even depression.
Does anyone know what these treatments typically cost? I would love to hear about your experiences—both the good and the bad—if you've tried them. Also, if there are any medical professionals in the group, I would truly value your professional opinion on this.
Thanks in advance for the help.

I mean, hello? Does nobody here have an opinion or any actual experience to share?

I have a feeling people on this forum aren't going to be quite that naive 😬

Trust me, if this actually worked, every overweight person out there would be incredibly thin by now. I was just at my doctor's office yesterday and saw a flyer similar to the one you're talking about, and honestly, I’m convinced it’s just a clever way for them to part you from your cash quickly.
Have you ever looked into gastric balloons? They can be quite effective and aren't invasive at all...

I know that magnets are sometimes used as a tool during injury recovery; I actually experienced that myself while undergoing physical therapy. To be honest, though, I’m not entirely sure how effective they really are—it's hard to tell how much progress was due to the magnets versus the massage work or the ultrasound treatments.

As for MRI scans, those are diagnostic tools. They're incredibly expensive, and you often have to wait months just to get an appointment. I haven't heard of them being used as a form of therapeutic treatment itself.

I wouldn't touch that gastric balloon with a ten-foot pole if I were you.

"The mechanism works by transmitting nicotine bio-waves into the body—effectively detecting and interpreting your physiological responses to generate a specific wave pattern—which supposedly reduces your cravings by 90%."

Honestly, anyone who actually buys into that kind of pseudoscience deserves to have their wallet emptied by these total charlatans...

But why wouldn't you? I honestly think it's a fantastic alternative if you're carrying some extra weight—which, let’s be real, is definitely my situation even if it isn't yours—and you just can't seem to get those numbers on the scale to budge. It's not like you're going under the knife; they use local anesthesia, though I will admit, it does cost a small fortune.
I am incredibly motivated to go through with IVF because I'd love to have another little one, but given my current weight, the idea of getting pregnant naturally just isn't on the table right now. Unfortunately, one of the contraindications is long-term corticosteroid use, which is exactly what I'm dealing with. I'm pretty heartbroken because I've already put so much money into this, and now they're telling me it's a no-go.

Light sedation... why bother?
One woman I spoke with insists it isn't even true anesthesia. And then there's the issue of the cost—it’s quite steep. Honestly, I don't know when it would actually be worth the investment. If I could be absolutely certain it would work, I’d opt for it in a heartbeat.