Posted - October 21, 2026

Overcoming Holiday Food Anxiety: A Post-Bariatric Surgery Guide

Holiday food anxiety after weight loss surgery is common. The fear often stems from specific risks: triggering dumping syndrome, facing unsolicited commentary from relatives, or accidentally stretching the stomach pouch. Managing this season requires shifting the focus from restriction to strategy. With structured planning, clear boundaries, and mindful dining techniques, you can protect your physical health and celebrate without dread. Learn More
Posted - July 5, 2024

DOs and DONTs of Eating Out After Weight Loss Surgery

Food. It’s necessary for your survival, but if you’ve battled obesity, the thought of food can trigger all kinds of thoughts, reactions and emotions. For post-weight loss-surgery patients, food can no longer be used as a way to deal with stress or emotions, instead, it requires a disciplined and intentional approach to ensure you’re consuming the right amounts of the right kind of food. This is most easily accomplished through cooking your own meals, but let’s be real - it’s nice to take a break and let someone else do the cooking every now and then! Let’s take a look at how to successfully navigate the times when you aren’t eating at home. Eating out at restaurants after weight loss surgery requires careful planning and mindful choices to ensure you adhere to your dietary guidelines and maintain your weight loss progress. Here are some tips for successful dining out post-surgery: Learn More

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ATTENTION patients of Dr. Al-Kalla

Dr. Al-Kalla will be leaving Weight Loss Specialists of North Texas at the end of July. If you would like continue as his patient, please let us know and we can assist in getting your medical records transferred.

You may also choose to stay with Weight Loss Specialists of North Texas and we’ll gladly transfer your care to another provider on staff.

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