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You're In The Right Place.
I DESIGN PERSONALIZED NUTRITION PROTOCOLS AND COACH BUSY PEOPLE WHO FEEL OVERWHELMED AND FRUSTRATED BY DIGESTIVE DISTRESS...
Many of my clients come to the Balance Your Gut program feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, and overlooked by conventional care. They've tried doctor visits and prescriptions that only mask symptoms without addressing the root cause.
They live in constant anxiety about food, avoiding social events and feeling like they're failing as employees, parents, and friends. Physical discomfort, mood swings, fatigue, and depression make it hard to show up in life, and often, they feel unsupported and misunderstood by those around them.
My mission is to cut through the confusion, help you get to the root of your digestive distress, and restore calm, confidence, and trust in your body.
You Deserve To Trust Your Body And Food Again and Live Your Life With Energy and Vigor.
My Signature 1:1 Balance Your Gut Program is designed for people who are ready to get to the bottom of their digestive issues and feel like themselves again. Together, we take a clear, step-by-step approach using personalized coaching, functional wellness assessments, whole foods nutrition, gentle cleansing, targeted supplements, simple lifestyle shifts, and nervous system regulation techniques.
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In just four months (or less), you’ll not only have a more balanced gut—you’ll gain a deep sense of clarity, confidence, and support, with the tools to take control of your health for good.
DO YOU WANT TO:​
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Take the guesswork out of achieving digestive health.
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Experience lasting results.
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Have 100% clarity on what foods make you feel great.
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Live free of fear and anxiety around what to eat.
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Feel emotionally and socially liberated by your health.
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Experience a deep sense of support and calm.
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Understand how to manage stress and regulate your nervous system
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MAYBE YOU'RE WONDERING IF IT'S EVEN POSSIBLE FOR YOU...
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MY CLIENTS ARE LIVING PROOF,
AND YOU CAN BE TOO.
I've experienced loose bowels for the past three years. Sometimes, I did not even make it to the bathroom. This program reset my bowels in the first two weeks and helped me identify the culprit foods. Now I remember what elimination is supposed to be like. Kara's guidance has made a massive difference in my life! Also, my joint pain disappeared, and now I have the energy to exercise and socialize more. The program is easier to do than I thought, even when I was away from home. This program was the best investment I've made in ages.
Priya, 32
If one compares the cost and experience of this program to a vacation that could change your life – then it truly is a bargain! If you’re looking for a whole health transformation, this program will do it. Yes, I will drink coffee again. I will indulge in dessert and alcohol again, but now I understand how to nourish my body and balance my indulgences appropriately. Kara helped me learn how to forgive myself and make good choices a habit rather than an exception.
Karen, 65
It's Time To Take Back Control.
Using the following three critical pillars, my signature 1:1 Balance Your Gut Program, identifies underlying internal and external factors that may sabotage your ability to heal. We will gradually put scientifically-proven habits into place bit by bit that improve digestive function and teach you to attune with your body at a level you’ve never experienced before.
It's not your fault!
60-70 MILLION AMERICANS ARE SUFFERING FROM GASTROINTESTINAL (GI) DISEASES THAT CREATE SERIOUS DISRUPTIONS TO DAILY LIFE
The American Gastroenterological Association states that nearly 40% of Americans have stopped routine activities in the last year due to uncomfortable bowel symptoms, including exercising, running errands, and spending time with family and friends. Despite this disruption, many people hesitate to discuss their symptoms with a medical professional.
“TRUST YOUR GUT” AND ADDRESS UNCOMFORTABLE BOWEL SYMPTOMS
The Balance Your Gut Program offers a safe place to speak up about digestive symptoms with a supportive and understanding healthcare provider. You don't have to suffer unnecessarily.
The Old Way To Manage Digestive Distress.
THE OLD WAY ONLY OFFERS BAND-AIDS—NOT REAL RELIEF
Most conventional approaches focus on symptoms, not root causes. They treat your body in isolated parts, ignoring the complex systems that actually drive digestion—like your gut-brain connection, hormones, and even your genetics. This approach leaves people feeling frustrated and hopeless when symptoms persist, and new ones continue to pop up.
YOU DESERVE MORE THAN TEMPORARY RELIEF
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The Balance Your Gut Program is a profoundly transformational experience that considers your entire body—not just isolated symptoms. It helps you uncover the root causes of your digestive distress and empowers you with the tools, insight, and agency to care for yourself with confidence. If you're ready to connect with your body on a deeper level and finally resolve what’s been holding you back, this is the program you’ve been searching for.
THE OLD METHODS LEAD TO...
FRUSTRATION AND GRIEF
1. YOU'VE TRIED EVERYTHING, BUT NOTHING LASTS
You’ve gone to the doctor, only to walk away with no answers—or the wrong ones. Medications, diets, probiotics… they help for a bit, but the symptoms always come back. You're left wondering what else you can possibly try.
2. YOU'RE EMOTIONALLY EXHAUSTED AND STUCK IN SURVIVAL MODE
Life already feels like too much, and the idea of finding the right solution is overwhelming. You stay trapped in the same draining cycles—too tired to search for answers, yet desperate for relief.
3. FOOD FEELS LIKE A MINEFIELD​
Eating out used to be enjoyable—now it’s a source of stress. You’re constantly worried about how unknown ingredients will affect you, and you’re tired of the awkwardness of having to explain your needs every time you eat with others.
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4. YOU FEEL ALONE AND RESENTFUL
You miss the ease of your old life, and it’s hard to see a way forward. You feel betrayed by your body and misunderstood by the people around you—even the ones who love you—because they don’t fully grasp what you're going through.
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THERE IS A BETTER WAY, A DEEPLY NOURISHING WAY.
IN JUST 16 WEEKS, YOU CAN
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Improve pain, gas/bloat, constipation, diarrhea, indigestion, and reflux symptoms, reclaim your optimism, and gain a strong sense of agency to care for yourself.
Gain an understanding of the potential root causes of your symptoms, the exact actions to take, and the foods to eat to balance your gut and feel calm and relaxed.
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Experience a deep sense of community, support, accountability, and trust in your body to heal.
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WHEN THESE 3 PARTS COME TOGETHER, YOU CAN ACHIEVE YOUR DESIRED HEALTH OUTCOMES AND SAY GOODBYE TO DIGESTIVE DISTRESS ONCE AND FOR ALL.
And I'm going to show you how!
I'M KARA KROEGER
A LEADING PERSONALIZED NUTRITION COACH FOR BUSY PEOPLE FACING DIGESTIVE DISTRESS & BURNOUT
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With 25 years of experience, I’ve seen firsthand how gut health is the foundation of overall wellness. I've gained tremendous insight into how to build good health through nurturing the gut microbiome
I bring deep clinical knowledge and a gift for seeing patterns others miss, so we can uncover what's really going on. Together, we’ll tune into your body’s signals and build lasting trust in its ability to heal.
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YOU DON’T HAVE TO DO THIS ALONE
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Most clients come to me feeling exhausted, anxious, overwhelmed, and completely maxed out—physically, mentally, and emotionally. Many have hit a wall and feel resigned to just “living with it.”
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For some, their symptoms have started to impact their work—resulting in missed days, embarrassing moments, or simply an inability to keep up. At home, they struggle to be present for their families as they wish. Many find themselves trapped in a cycle of frustration, shame, and grief. Optimism fades, leading them to believe this is just how things are now.
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That’s where I come in.
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With compassionate, personalized guidance, I help my clients take a deep, honest look at what’s happening in both body and mind. I show up fully present, ask the right questions, and offer a supportive, judgment-free space where they can finally feel heard. Together, we identify the hidden patterns holding them back and use a truly holistic approach to facilitate improvement, often in ways they’ve never experienced before.
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By the end of our work together, my clients feel a renewed sense of hope. Their digestion has improved dramatically. They sleep better, feel less inflamed, experience more ease in their relationships, and finally feel proud of the progress they’ve made. They’ve learned how to tune into their bodies, trust themselves, and stay on track long after our work is done. Digestive distress no longer defines them.
My clients complete their time with me, feeling renewed optimism and hope for the future. Their digestion is dramatically improved and they know what to do if they get off track. They’re less inflamed, sleeping better, see improvements in their relationships, and are more positive.
…AND NOW IT'S YOUR TURN!
THAT MEANS NO MORE...
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Uneducated decisions and feeling like you don’t know what to do.
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Missing out on the things that matter most to you.
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Barely making it to the bathroom.
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Feeling fatigued and foggy from being constipated.
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Faking a happy face when you’re barely making it on the inside.
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Being woken up in the night by heartburn or reflux.
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Planning your wardrobe around being bloating.
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Being embarrassed by awkward indigestion sounds and smells.
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Dealing with grueling abdominal pain and discomfort.
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Feeling like there are no answers to your problems.
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Guessing which foods are causing symptoms.
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Mood swings caused by imbalanced blood sugar.
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Being ruled by out-of-control cravings for unhealthy foods.
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Malnourishment and dehydration.
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Resenting your body
​BALANCE YOUR GUT AND RECLAIM YOUR LIFE...
So What Is Balance Your Gut?
THE 16-WEEK BALANCE YOUR GUT PROGRAM WALKS YOU
STEP-BY-STEP THROUGH REBUILDING YOUR DIGESTIVE WELLNESS
Balance Your Gut combines in-depth functional wellness assessments, whole-body cleansing, one-on-one personalized nutrition and lifestyle coaching, 16 weeks of foundational wellness lessons and exercises, group support, and built-in accountability measures to overcome digestive distress.
This differs from a typical nutrition program. My program facilitates a deeply transformational process tailored to your unique biology and lifestyle, bringing awareness to your patterns and rebuilding your physical and emotional health.
BALANCE YOUR GUT GIVES YOU EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO RECLAIM YOUR LIFE FROM DIGESTIVE DISTRESS...
...EVEN IF YOU FEEL HOPELESS FROM DEALING WITH A CHRONIC CONDITION..
It is easy to lose hope and optimism when you have been suffering for an extended period. Balance Your Gut is designed to help you restore trust in your body’s ability to heal and find hope again.
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... EVEN IF YOU HAVE A BUSY SCHEDULE, CARE FOR KIDS, AND ARE CONSTANTLY ON THE GO..
Let’s face it, life is busy, and there is no better time than now. I am well versed in helping people build the health they desire in the life they are living now even if you are busy. You have to start somewhere!
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... EVEN IF YOU THINK YOU SUCK AT FINDING TIME FOR SELF-CARE..
It's often easier to prioritize everyone else’s needs over your own. Balance Your Gut will help you integrate new self-care habits and identify how you unconsciously resist even healthy change.
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... EVEN IF YOU’VE EXPERIENCED EMOTIONAL TRAUMA..
Physical or emotional trauma is often at the root of many illnesses whether we know it or not. We can rewire our nervous system and overcome these traumas. Balance Your Gut provides a foundation to start this process.
Balance Your Gut Outline
THE 4 TRANSFORMATIONAL STAGES OF BALANCE YOUR GUT:
Plus, You'll Feel Deeply Supported
I'LL BE WITH YOU EVERY STEP OF THE WAY.
Eight 1:1 Coaching Sessions – each session is tailored to develop your agency, building upon the previous one.
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Pre- and Post-Session Reflection Forms – Improve self-awareness and accountability while allowing me to customize your support.
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Email, Chat, and Phone Support – between sessions, your questions will be answered within 12 hours.
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Clients-Only Online Forum – access to the Balance Your Gut online forum to share and learn with others .
THERE ARE SO MANY OPTIONS OUT THERE.
What Makes Balance Your Gut Any Different?
I BRING 25 YEARS OF EXPERTISE—ROOTED IN NATURE AND SCIENCE
As a certified herbalist, nutrition coach, chef, and agroecologist, my path has been anything but conventional—and that’s the strength I bring to your healing journey. After two decades in nutrition and running a private chef business, I went back to school to study agriculture and soil health. Why? Because I realized that human health begins with the soil. Soil is the earth’s gut—its structure, balance, and function mirror our own. The healthier the soil, the healthier our food, and the healthier we become. This systems-level understanding shapes every part of how I support my clients.
I USE FUNCTIONAL ASSESSMENTS TO UNLOCK WHAT YOUR BODY IS TELLING YOU
As an add-on to the Balance Your Gut Program, you’ll receive recommendations for in-depth laboratory assessments. This may include GI stool profiles, organic acid cellular metabolism testing, cellular nutrient assessments, SIBO breath testing or genetic testing to name a few. These tools help you understand what’s happening inside your body—so you can take meaningful, empowered action.
I UNDERSTAND THE DEEP CONNECTION BETWEEN GUT AND MIND
The gut is often called our "second brain"—and for good reason. It holds a vast network of neurons and neurotransmitters that influence mood, cognition, and even behavior. The gut-brain-microbiome axis is central to both physical and emotional health, and it's a core focus of our work together.
I’M FULLY COMMITTED TO YOUR HEALING
My mission is to improve the quality of life for all beings by honoring the connection between human, animal, and ecological health. I bring that same intention and care into every client relationship. I stay highly organized, deeply present, and wholly dedicated to helping you heal your relationship with your body—and thrive.
A PERSONAL NOTE FROM ME
We have many options when it comes to choosing healthcare and deciding the best route can be incredibly challenging. Everyone deserves to experience a return on the investments they make in their health. I designed the Balance Your Gut program to deliver that return.
Mainstream healthcare often fails to give us the solutions we desperately need to gain agency over our health. It lacks personalization and the capacity to teach foundations for health. No matter where you are on your health continuum, I guarantee that the Balance Your Gut Program will teach you new skills to reclaim your wellbeing.
In our fast-paced world of convenience it is challenging to ensure a nutrient-dense diet. We often fool ourselves into thinking that we eat better than we do and don't need an expert to help us. If you are looking for a caring and compassionate practitioner who will kindly hold you to examining your patterns to change your health, I am here.
I understand the struggles of overcoming a chronic illness, and I promise to help you recognize the blessings that can come from a healing journey. As challenging as they seem, they often give us the upper hand in taking better care of ourselves for the long run.
A BALANCED GUT AND OPTIMAL WELL-BEING ARE ATTAINABLE, AND THE PROCESS OF GETTING THERE CAN BE FUN AND ENJOYABLE.
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The Future Looks Bright
LET ME PAINT A PICTURE FOR YOU
You open your eyes in the morning after a deeply restful night’s sleep and immediately reflect on the things you are grateful for in the moment and the day ahead. You imagine how the day will go your way, including your digestive wellness. You have a blueprint to manage your emotional and physical health and are excited to get up.
You walk into the kitchen knowing just what to eat to nourish your body, feel great, and have healthy daily bowel movements. You fill up your water bottles ready to stay well-hydrated throughout the day. You spend one minute practicing a nervous system regulation exercise to manage the day's stress. Your blood is flowing, your blood sugar is balanced, and you feel energized and alert.
As you dress, you notice your clothes fit better, and you have less body pain and bloating. You pick out a great outfit to wear to work and dinner to celebrate your friend's birthday. You've already looked at the menu and know exactly what you will get so you leave the restaurant feeling good while still enjoying the celebration.
You arrive at work feeling balanced. You maintain that balance with healthy food choices that keep your cravings in check and your moods stable. When a client walks in with a pressing issue that needs to be addressed immediately, you have the energy to handle it without feeling overwhelmed. Right before you leave work to head to dinner, you eat a healthy protein snack to ensure you don't show up to the restaurant hungry and desperate for food. You enjoy the celebration and head home feeling grateful for your friends and your health. You get ready for bed feeling proud of yourself for knowing precisely what you need to do to feel good today and tomorrow.
WELCOME TO THE NEW NORMAL!
frequently asked questions
QUESTION: WILL I HAVE TO GIVE UP MY FAVORITE FOODS AND DRINKS?
Answer: The Balance Your Gut Program uses a guided elimination and reintroduction diet to cleanse the body, decrease inflammation, and help you learn the best foods for your specific biology and chemistry. Focus is placed on preventing leaky gut and rebuilding the integrity of the gut to prevent adverse immune reactions and health issues. Foods are then reintroduced one at a time starting the 12th week of the program so that you learn what to keep in your diet and what needs to be limited or eliminated.
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QUESTION: WILL I HAVE TO COOK SEPARATE MEALS FOR MYSELF AND MY FAMILY?
Answer: This depends on how you feed your family. As a chef and nutrition coach, I will provide many options to create delicious and easy meals for you and the family without a lot of fuss. Our children are often a chip off the block and have similar patterns of intolerance. If your family is willing to explore new ways of eating with you, you may notice improvements in their health and disposition too.
QUESTION: HOW ARE THE LABORATORY SAMPLES COLLECTED?
Answer: Depending on the functional wellness assessments that are chosen, the samples may be a combination of blood, urine, feces, and saliva. Most of the tests will be done in the comfort of your home. The food sensitivity test is a blood test, and you will be required to go to an affiliate laboratory or your general practitioner's office to have your blood drawn. Detailed instructions will be provided for each sample collected upon program enrollment.
QUESTION: DO YOU OFFER COUPLE OR FAMILY DISCOUNTS?
Answer: I offer a 10% discount off the cost of the second program purchased within the same household simultaneously.
QUESTION: ARE THERE ADDITIONAL COSTS TO THE PROGRAM?
Answer: The program includes the GI Spotlight and food sensitivity assessments, six coaching sessions, DFH 3-week cleanse supplement products, 16-weeks of guided lessons & exercises, and ongoing support throughout the program. Other fees may be incurred by adding other assessment options or by choosing to purchase the supplements I recommend in your customized protocol. I work with each client to design a supplement protocol that suits their lifestyle and budget. Supplements may help my clients reach their goals quicker but are not a program requirement.
QUESTION: DOES INSURANCE COVER YOUR SERVICES?
Answer: My services are not covered by insurance. You can use your HSA or FSA with prior permission from the company with whom you hold your account. You are responsible for understanding the terms and conditions of using these types of accounts as payment.
QUESTION: IS THERE A PAYMENT PLAN?
Answer: Payment plans are offered in three parts. Half the program's cost must be paid in full before beginning services. The second quarter payment is expected on Week 5, and the third and final quarter payment is due on Week 9. I offer a $75 discount for paying for the program in full.
QUESTION: DO YOU OFFER REFUNDS?
Answer: Partial refunds will be offered to anyone unsatisfied with the program. However, the initial cost of the assessmnets and cleanse products cannot be refunded once you have begun the program. My full return policy is provided in the Terms and Conditions you agree to at checkout when you engage in my services.
I’M GLAD TO ANSWER ANY OTHER QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE IN A DISCOVERY CALL. BOOK A CALL BELOW.
Balance Your Gut And Reclaim Your Life! Trust your ability to transform, and know you don't have to do it alone.