Kristen Carli, RD

Kristen Carli is the owner of Camelback Nutrition & Wellness, a private nutrition practice. She graduated from University of Arizona with a BA in psychology and then received a BS in dietetics from Arizona State University. After completion of the dietetic internship, she continued her education by receiving a MS in Human Nutrition from University of Western States. Having a passion for nutrition communication, she writes for many food and nutrition outlets as well as regularly develops recipes for food brands and media companies. Her nutrition expertise has been featured in InStyle, Bustle, Livestrong, The List, MyFitnessPal and many others. Additionally, Kristen is often featured via local TV segments sharing nutrition tips and tricks. She was selected to act as a Produce for Better Health Foundation Fruit and Vegetable Ambassador in Action, helping to promote the health benefits and importance of consuming fruits and vegetables, as well as a FoodMinds upwaRD winner for 2022, honoring up and coming media dietitians.

Written by Kristen Carli, RD

Bowel Problems After Bariatric Surgery: What You Need to Know

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While bariatric procedures can help you achieve significant weight loss, there are a few things to be aware of. One of the most common concerns after bariatric surgery is the impact it can have on bowel health. Changes in bowel movements, constipation, and even diarrhea are common after surgery. It’s important to understand the causes, […]

Nausea After Bariatric Surgery? Here’s What You Can Do

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Nausea can be a fairly common experience for many people after bariatric surgery. While these bariatric procedures are intended to support weight loss, the physical changes they create can also impact how the digestive system functions. This can lead to symptoms like nausea. Fortunately, it’s easy to manage these symptoms. Here’s a closer look at […]

Hungry After Bariatric Surgery? Here’s Why and What to Do

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Many people say they get hungrier after bariatric surgery. The procedure alters the GI tract, so it reduces food intake. But, some people experience sudden hunger pangs. There are several elements that contribute to this. This article will look at the causes of hunger after bariatric surgery. It will also cover how to manage it. […]

Elevated AST and ALT After Bariatric Surgery: Is it normal?

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Liver enzyme levels, specifically AST and ALT, are commonly used as markers for liver health. High levels can indicate liver stress or damage. If you’ve had bariatric surgery recently and your AST and ALT levels are changing, don’t fret! This is a common experience after bariatric surgery. It’s not always a cause for alarm. This […]

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