Specialties

  • Gut health
  • Help losing weight
  • Cancer
  • Bariatric surgery
  • Tube feeding (EN)
  • Diabetes or prediabetes
  • Heart health
  • Help gaining weight
  • Kidney disease
  • Vegan/vegetarian
  • General health
  • High cholesterol
  • High blood pressure
  • Weight loss medications

Approaches

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    FODMAP
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    Meal planning
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    Personalized macros
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    Accountability

Minimum patient age

18 years old

About Kristen

Kristen (MS, RD, LDN), originally from Louisiana, brings over 15 years of experience in providing nutrition counseling across a variety of clinical settings in Texas, North Carolina, and Louisiana. She specializes in medical weight loss and bariatric nutrition, with a particular focus on digestive health and the low FODMAP diet. Currently pursuing Monash FODMAP certification, Kristen is dedicated to helping clients with digestive disorders manage their symptoms and enhance their quality of life through personalized nutrition strategies.

Approach to care

Kristen adopts a holistic "Food as Medicine" approach to nutrition, health, and healing. She is passionate about guiding others to embrace healthy eating through a focus on balance and intentional living. Through personalized education, her goal is to empower clients to take charge of their health by providing the knowledge and tools they need for sustainable, long-term success.

Your first session with Kristen

Your initial session is a chance for Kristen to get to know you better and understand any nutrition or health concerns you may have. It marks the beginning of your health journey. During this session, you’ll talk about your lifestyle habits, review your medical and nutrition history, and evaluate your nutritional needs. You’ll also start setting health goals and creating a personalized plan to guide and support you along the way. Every step you take brings you closer to a happier, healthier future!

Location

📍 Shreveport, Louisiana

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nutrition Sciences from Texas Christian University (2005); Master of Science in Nutrition Sciences from Texas Tech University (2008); Certificate in Adult Weight Management (2012).

Hobbies

Kristen loves running, hiking, traveling, discovering farmers markets, searching for the best coffee spots, cooking, and trying new farm-to-table restaurants.