Posted - June 15, 2010

Addiction Transference

Anyone who is considering lap band surgery to lose weight should always be informed of both the benefits and the risks involved. One such risk that has become recently discovered is addiction transference, when a patient develops some form of addiction after undergoing lap band or another bariatric surgery procedure. Learn More
Posted - June 1, 2010

Mike: Sleeve Gastrectomy

My name is Mike. I had the gastric sleeve surgery approximately ten months ago. I’ve lost around 155 pounds so far and still losing and feeling better. Well, some of the problems I had were bad knees, shortness of breath sometimes you know - working out. I also have a little girl who just turned two and I want to be more healthy for her so I can play with her and be around for her Learn More
Posted - May 21, 2010

How to Make Weight Loss Last

No one starts a diet with the hopes of losing weight for a little while and gaining it back after a few months. The goal of losing weight is to permanently change the way you look and feel. But keeping the weight off is often the most difficult part of weight loss. What do you need to do to experience weight loss that lasts? Learn More
Posted - May 19, 2010

Are Walking poles Good for Brisk Walking?

Do you walk as a regular part of your post weight loss surgery exercise regimen? If you aren’t feeling like you get the most out of your walking, or if you're walking on terrain that isn’t the safest or smoothest, you may want to consider walking poles. Also called trekking poles, they can supplement your fitness routine by working muscles in your arms, shoulders, chest, and upper back, all without requiring any additional exertion. Learn More
Posted - May 8, 2010

How New Healthcare Legislation Affects You

If you're obese, the future of healthcare for you may seem uncertain. While it’s unknown how greatly you’ll be affected by healthcare reform until the courts and the market responds, it's helpful to be informed about what the current healthcare reform bill means for you. Learn More
Posted - May 8, 2010

Christina: Gastric Bypass

For people that are looking to have weight loss surgery, I would tell them that it is a huge commitment, it’s a life long commitment and it’s a tool. And you have to make the choice of weather you want to use that tool. But I would definitely do it again and I would recommend it. If it’s the right choice for you to definitely look into it. Learn More
Posted - April 30, 2010

What do genes have to do with Weight loss?

A new company suggests that knowing more about your DNA may be the key to achieving weight loss success. But is this latest weight loss product worth the money? Learn More
Posted - April 26, 2010

How Much Do you Eat?

While losing weight often requires you to rethink what you eat, many people find that they also need to take a second look at how much they eat. Consistent overeating is a common cause of obesity, and breaking that habit can take practice. The key to eating just enough, rather than too much, involves learning to recognize when you've eaten enough and making the choice to actually stop eating at that point. Learn More
Posted - April 16, 2010

A Closer Look at Post-Surgery Regain

Weight loss surgery has been proven to be an effective tool for helping obese people lose weight. However, studies have also shown that patients who lose weight after bariatric surgery are at risk for regaining some of the weight they've lost. Learn more about why post bariatric surgery weight regain occurs and how you can prevent it. Learn More
Posted - April 13, 2010

6 Ways to Find Time for Fitness

Have you been promising yourself that you'll get more exercise, but have a problem finding the time to work out? Today's schedules are undeniably hectic, but that doesn't mean you have to give up on your goal to get fit. Try these tips for fitting fitness into a busy life. Learn More

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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.

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