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Specialties: Public speaking, celiac disease, crohn’s disease, colitis, food allergies or sensitivities, cholesterol, cancer, corporate wellness, diabetes/prediabetes, dialysis/predialysis, diet and nutrition, digestive issues, eating disorders, geriatric nutritional needs, gluten free, high blood pressure, immune diseases, irritable bowel syndrome, lifestyle nutrition changes, osteoporosis, pediatric/child nutrition, prenatal and postpartum nutrition, sports nutrition, vegan/vegetarian food plans, weight management, wellness coaching, grocery store tours, menu planning, non-diet approach to weight loss, nutrition coaching Many environmental and genetic factors influence your food choices and how your own body breaks down food. Karla is ready to listen and help you with your unique nutritional needs to put together your own daily/weekly/monthly nutrition goals. Karla is a Registered Dietitian and Licensed Dietitian Nutritionist in the state of Illinois. She has been a Registered Dietitian for 15+ years working with all ages. Karla can help you understand how foods relate to those medical lab values and weight scale. Karla holds a Masters degree in Business Management and a Bachelor of Science degree in Food and Nutrition. Being a mom of elementary aged children provides her the understanding of leading a fast paced lifestyle while trying to fit in grocery shopping and the daily decision of meals. Living in Asia for almost four years has given her an appreciation for other cultures and food traditions. Karla grew up on a farm and continues to enjoy being outside growing a garden and walking/riding bicycle with her husband and children. Music is also a big enjoyment to her as she plays piano, trumpet and sings.