Texas Laparoscopic Consultants

10/07/2026

Some people use weight loss medications after bariatric surgery to help with weight management.

Remember that weight loss is just 1 component of the goal! You still need to stay on top of your nutritional needs: protein, fiber and meal planning!

10/07/2026

Here are some ideas to get you going while on the puréed phase. You can use protein shakes as a meal replacement option to help increase your protein intake.

Continue to take your bariatric vitamins and drink lots of water in between your meals/snacks.

10/07/2026

Here are some ideas to get you going while on the puréed phase. You can use protein shakes as a meal replacement option to help increase your protein intake.

Continue to take your bariatric vitamins and drink lots of water in between your meals/snacks.

10/02/2026

When our patients are so thankful for our surgeons’ dedication towards improving their health!

Just another day for Dr. Mehta!

10/01/2026

09/25/2026

Protein is an important part of your weight loss diet, but so is fiber! With very little space after Bariatric Surgery, how do you fit in both? Think tiny pieces, frequency and color!

There are many veggies that can be hidden in your meals, especially if you cut into small pieces. All veggies are good for you, so add them into your meals/snacks whenever possible and include a variety of veggies so you can get different vitamins and minerals along the way!

How do you incorporate veggies into your diet?
Check out some of our suggestions!

09/15/2026

Happy Birthday to Dr. Mehta!🥳

Thank you for your dedication to patient care! We hope you have a great week!

09/06/2026

TLC Clinic will be closed on Monday in observance of Labor Day.

We will be back in the office on Tuesday September 7, 2026.

We hope everyone has a nice restful long weekend!

09/04/2026

As we head into the last long weekend of summer, this is your friendly reminder to stay hydrated!

Fall may be around the corner but that doesn’t stop the heat or the dehydration risk!

Get your drank on! Water is the best 💦

08/31/2026

Feeling hungry after surgery is common and normal.

But we need to identify true hunger vs head hunger.

Make sure all meals and snacks include high quality real food protein and fiber, and these are also foods that require a lot of chewing! Processed snack foods that are easy to eat often digest more quickly, so they don’t have any staying power to keep you feeling full for long: granola bars, chips, crackers, etc.

Sometimes hunger is mistaken for thirst. If plain water is not calming your “hunger” try drinking another zero calorie drink like iced tea or something with flavor and sweetness like Crystal Light.

Your “hunger” may actually be boredom. Chewying gum can help keep our mouths busy. You may also need a distraction from your food thoughts and triggers. Try taking a walk to get your mind focused on other things.

If you’ve tried all these, call your surgeon/dietitian. We can discuss other strategies to help quiet the “food noise” or calm the cravings.