Texas Laparoscopic Consultants

04/20/2026

✨Motivation Monday✨

Create an environment that helps you.

Your environment can shape your choices.

“Willpower” will be very hard to sustain in an environment when there’s constant temptation or distraction.

- Reduce or eliminate foods that don’t support your goals.
- Add foods that do support your goals, and make them really available and easy to prep and eat!
- Have a conversation (if needed) with others in your environment (office, home) about what can be helpful for you to achieve your goal, and also discuss support that you might need!

04/15/2026

Hair thinning is common to happen after surgery, especially within the 1st 3 to 6 months. This is also when the fastest weight loss tends to happen after surgery. Your hair will grow back once weight loss slows down and your diet is balanced and stable, however hair loss may continue if you are stressed, not eating a healthy balanced diet and not taking the proper vitamins.

Rather than running to the drug store to buy more supplements, we encourage to focus on the bariatric basics:
- Eat enough protein, at least 60 grams or more per day (that may equal to about 20-30 grams per meal).
- You need to take a good bariatric multivitamin (that contains Iron, Zinc, Copper, Vitamin D, selenium. Taking just biotin is not enough!)
- Eating healthy fats like avocados and Omega 3 rich fish like salmon and sardines can help reduce inflammation.
- Avoid tight hairstyles like braids, ponytails, headbands that may cause extra pulling on the hair.
- Also, manage stress, which means get some exercise, practice some strethcing/yoga and also get adequate sleep.

As always, pleas keep up with your regular follow ups so that we can also get your labs checked for any potential vitamin deficiencies. Most hair loss gets better after 6 to 12 months. If hair loss persists, please reach out to us (if you haven’t worked on the bariatric basics).

04/15/2026

It’s hump day! Our surgeons are still busy getting through the week of surgeries!

Don’t forget to schedule your follow ups so we can check in with you and your health!

04/03/2026

In observance of Easter, our TLC office will be closed on Good Friday, April 3.

We will back in the office Monday April 6

May you all have a restful Easter weekend!

03/25/2026

Are you noticing the scale isn’t not moving? Perhaps your clothes are starting to fit more snug after bariatric surgery? What could be causing weight regain??

Grazing is an unhealthy eating habit that could develop after bariatric surgery.

Also known as “snacking all day,” grazing involves not paying attention (mindless eating) and eating small amounts throughout the day, which can add up in calories. And these calories are typically not from healthy nutritious foods: crackers, chips, popcorn, candy, cookies, etc.

Binge eaters eat large amounts of food. But after bariatric surgery, the small stomach can’t hold large volumes like before. So people with past binge eating habits may end up nibbling all day, which ultimately results in eating a large amount of food…just spread out through the day. The stomach has changed…but the mindset has not.

The solution: stop snacking.
Often times, we’re not hungry. We might be bored or stressed.
Have portion controlled meals with adequate protein (about 20-30 grams) and balance this with fiber (veggies, fruits, beans) along with some healthy fats (nuts, olives, avocados).

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03/10/2026

Dr. Ngo, with TLC Surgery, is spending his spring break in the Dominican Republic as part of the Pons Dominican Medical Mission. Yesterday, he worked alongside a General Surgery resident on a challenging open inguinal hernia repair, an incredible opportunity for hands-on learning and collaboration. We are grateful to have a surgeon who is a part of a mission where knowledge is shared, skills are strengthened, and care is delivered where it’s needed most. 🌎🩺

"𝘛𝘰𝘰𝘬 𝘢 3𝘳𝘥-𝘺𝘦𝘢𝘳 𝘎𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘭 𝘚𝘶𝘳𝘨𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘪𝘥𝘦𝘯𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩 𝘢 𝘤𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘖𝘱𝘦𝘯 𝘐𝘯𝘨𝘶𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘭 𝘏𝘦𝘳𝘯𝘪𝘢 𝘙𝘦𝘱𝘢𝘪𝘳 𝘺𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘥𝘢𝘺. 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢 𝘭𝘰𝘵 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘦𝘢𝘤𝘩 𝘰𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘳." -Dr Ngo

03/04/2026

Applause for our all star patients, Taylor and Tiffany! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

They both had the gastric bypass by Dr Scarborough last year July 2025 and we’re so proud of their accomplishments so far!

Taylor started at 356lbs and now she’s lost 84lbs!!
Tiffany started at 374lbs and now she’s lost 91lbs!

To stay healthy, they are active everyday by walking, working in the yard and they plan on jumping into the pool soon for some swimming!
They eat smaller portions, primarily focusing on veggies and lean proteins. After having weight loss surgery, the twins enjoy being able to walk and move and breathe more easily, and mom says they are full of energy now!

Congrats, Taylor and Tiffany! Keep up the amazing weight loss journey!

03/03/2026

The Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is in full swing!

Visiting the rodeo can be fun, but tiring and not the best for our bodies. Keep these healthy and handy tips in mind for your next Rodeo trip!

1. Limit carbs: most carbohydrate choices will be low in fiber, so it’s best just to toss them. Skip the bun, pass up on the bread, limit fries and chips.🍞🥨🍔

2. Focus on protein: carnival and rodeo food is far from healthy. So try to pick better choices when possible, try focusing on proteins (turkey legs, sausage on a stick, BBQ)🍗🥩

3. Share fried foods and desserts: a rodeo visit isn’t complete without some corndogs, churros and funnel cake. Split these with your family and friends to avoid overindulging and feeling sick!!🍟🍦

4. Stay hydrated with water or diet drinks: save your calories for food, rather than sugary drinks. If you drink alcohol, limit to 1 drink.💧🥤🍻

5. Wear comfy clothes and shoes: get your steps in and burn more calories by walking all over the fairgrounds. 👢👟

6. Bring plasticware: bringing your own knives and forks can help you cut your food into smaller, digestible pieces. This can also help you cut your food into shareable portions! 🍴

And don’t forget to bring sanitizing wipes to keep your hands clean!! Y’all have a good time now, ya hear?!

02/18/2026

Happiest birthday, Dr. Scarborough!
We appreciate all your hard work towards caring for our patients!

We hope you have a great week!

02/16/2026

For our Muslim friends and family who are observing this Holy month, here are some health and nutrition tips to consider during Ramadan:

1. We recommend for newly surgical patients to avoid fasting. Please consider waiting until you are at least 2 months or further out from surgery since your body is trying to heal and recover, and the risk for dehydration and malnutrition is high.

2. Stay hydrated is a medical necessity. If permitted, allow yourself to drink plain water as needed throughout the day to avoid dehydration, especially if you live in warmer climates.

3. If medications are allowed, consider allowing 1 to 2 protein shakes along with your Bariatric vitamins as a part of your medical care plan.

4. When breaking the fast, start with 1 cup of bone broth or stock. Broth contains salt, which is an electrolyte that can help improve hydration. You may also eat a date to introduce carbohydrates (sugar) for energy, but be careful as this may cause dumping for some individuals.

5. Your pre and post-fast meal should contain lean protein, non-starchy veggies and a high fiber carbohydrate which provides longer lasting energy (beans, lentils, peas, quinoa, skin-on potatoes)

6. Avoid strenuous exercises or activities that cause a lot of sweating to prevent feeling tired, dizzy and lightheaded, which are signs of dehydration.

During the 1st few days of Ramadan, you might be very hungry when it is time to break fast.
Remember the same rules:
- drink before you eat
- cut up all your food into small pieces
- take small bites and chew your food thoroughly
- wait 30minutes after you eat, then you can drink your beverage.

Ramadan Kareem!
Ramadan Mubarak!

02/16/2026

✨Monday Motivation ✨

Despite continued demand for dietary supplements and weight loss pills (both over the counter and prescription), along with medications to treat metabolic diseases (high cholesterol, high blood pressure, high blood sugars), health complications continue to rise.

If you are taking any type of pill (over the counter or prescription), ask yourself if you are also doing your part to improve your health through changing your food choices, adding more physical activity and being mindful of your food and lifestyle habits. Or…are you just depending on the pill to fix it all?

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02/06/2026