Posted - June 8, 2011

10 Workout Tips

After weight loss surgery, it is important that you get regular physical activity to take and keep the weight off. Here are a few tips to help solidify your commitment to a healthier lifestyle: Learn More
Posted - May 17, 2011

Are You Ready to Lose Weight?

Losing weight is an emotional process as well as a physical process. Bariatric surgery is an option for many people, but together with weight loss surgery needs to be the personal responsibility to change your lifestyle following the surgery. Life comes with many stressors that can get in the way of a successful weight loss effort. Stress from work, home life or finances can inhibit our ability to stick to a diet plan or cause us to stray from a regular exercise regimen. Learn More
Posted - May 10, 2011

Gastric Bypass Surgery Requirements

If you've been unsuccessful in losing weight through diet and exercise -- and the excess weight is starting to cause health problems -- you may want to speak with your Tampa physician to see if weight loss surgery, such as Lap Band Surgery or gastric bypass surgery is an option for you. Because there are serious risks with gastric bypass surgery, your medical team will assess your medical and psychological readiness for the procedure. Learn More
Posted - May 3, 2011

Eating After Gastric Bypass

After weight loss surgery, you may be wondering what types of food you should eat. You already know that you need to change your diet in order to ensure long-term, weight loss success. But finding the right balance of foods following bariatric surgery can be challenging, especially during the initial recovery period. Read on for a quick guide to the best foods for your body after weight loss surgery. Learn More
Posted - April 24, 2011

Concentrate on Mindful Eating for Health and Weight Loss

One of the best strategies to lose weight and improve your general health is to be mindful in your eating habits. Even after weight loss surgery, you will need to modify how you eat to enjoy the full results. Cultivate the habits below to make eating healthily a natural part of your life. Learn More
Posted - April 12, 2011

Seven Tips to Help You Lose Weight

It can be especially hard to lose weight in a city like Dallas where there is a statistically larger proportion of the population overweight than the national average. Even in these circumstances a correct strategy can help you to achieve your weight loss goals. Follow these seven helpful tips and you will be off to a great start on your weight loss journey. Learn More
Posted - March 24, 2011

Bariatric Surgery Offers Improved Glucose Control Over Diet Alone

Weight loss surgery, particularly bariatric surgery, has been shown to improve blood glucose levels in about 80 percent of people. Nowadays, a new indicator has been revealed as to the reasoning why this type of weight loss surgery is perhaps more powerful in managing blood sugar level than dietary changes alone. Learn More
Posted - March 16, 2011

Plastic Surgery

Although patients choose to have weight loss surgery for health reasons, they are usually happy with the improvement in their appearance as well. Weight loss after bariatric (weight loss) surgery occurs rapidly. As a result of this quick weight loss, patients often discover they develop of loose stretched skin in areas where the most fat is lost. Areas affected are the tummy, back, arms and thighs. Weight loss surgeons in the Dallas - Fort Worth area of Texas often suggest plastic surgery to remove the folds of skin and tissue related to rapid weight loss. Learn More
Posted - March 8, 2011

Eating Smart at Mexican Restaurants

Most everyone likes going out for tasty Mexican food. But if you have a weight-loss goal, some types of Mexican food can derail your efforts to lose weight. Fortunately, there are some good picks at your favorite Dallas Mexican restaurant, to allow you to enjoy south-of-the-border food without all the excess calories -- and the guilt. Learn More
Posted - February 28, 2011

Bariatric Surgery Options for Diabetics

Today, there are a number of choices available for diabetics who are overweight or obese, and who are thinking about weight loss surgery. Each surgical option has its own pros and cons, so before making a decision, consider all the choices carefully. 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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