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Cape Coral, FL 33904
Welcome! Managing chronic health conditions can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. My goal is to help you feel confident and supported on your health journey. With extensive experience in kidney disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and weight management, I create realistic nutrition plans that help improve labs, energy, and overall wellbeing.
Together, we’ll focus on what matters most for your health, whether that’s improving blood sugar, lowering blood pressure, protecting kidney function, or simply eating healthier day to day. I’ll help you understand what’s going on in your body and create a clear, manageable plan that you can actually stick with.
In addition to my professional experience, I have a personal connection to kidney disease, which has shaped the way I care for and support my clients — with empathy, honesty, and a long-term perspective. If you’re feeling overwhelmed or unsure where to start, you don’t have to figure it out alone. I’m here to guide you step by step.
Take the first step to help. Call or Living Healthy with Kara now - (239) 422-8693

Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Cape Coral, FL 33904

(239) 422-8693
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$135 Per Appointment, I accept insurance 
Let's Connect (239) 422-8693
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Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Cape Coral, FL 33904

(239) 422-8693
Website
$135 Per Appointment, I accept insurance 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Appointments $135

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Optum
  • Oxford
  • United
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Navigate to my website and click on "Get your estimate". Insurance accepted: Aetna, Cash Pay, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR). Seeing clients in: AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, IN, MA, MI, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, VA, WI
Photo of Kara Velez - Living Healthy with Kara, Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Living Healthy with Kara
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
or call with questions - (239) 422-8693
"
Navigate to my website and click on "Get your estimate". Insurance accepted: Aetna, Cash Pay, Cigna, Golden Rule, Optum, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR). Seeing clients in: AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, IN, MA, MI, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, VA, WI
Photo of Kara Velez - Living Healthy with Kara, Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Living Healthy with Kara
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
or call with questions - (239) 422-8693

Qualifications

    Nutritionist/Dietitian: Kara Velez

  • Verified by HealthProfs.com License: Florida / ND14737 Kara Velez
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 19 years
  • Oregon Health Science University, Registered Dietitian, Graduated 2006
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Seeing clients in: AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, IN, MA, MI, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, VA, WI
Photo of Kara Velez - Living Healthy with Kara, Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Living Healthy with Kara
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
or call with questions - (239) 422-8693
"
Seeing clients in: AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, HI, IN, MA, MI, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, VA, WI
Photo of Kara Velez - Living Healthy with Kara, Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Living Healthy with Kara
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
or call with questions - (239) 422-8693

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • Diabetes
  • Diet and Nutrition
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Kidney Disease/Renal
  • Weight Loss/Weight Management
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Living with kidney disease can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone. With over 15 years of experience in renal nutrition, I provide personalized, practical guidance to help protect kidney function, improve lab values, and support your overall health. Together, we'll create realistic nutrition strategies that fit your lifestyle.
Photo of Kara Velez - Living Healthy with Kara, Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Living Healthy with Kara
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
or call with questions - (239) 422-8693
"
Living with kidney disease can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate it alone. With over 15 years of experience in renal nutrition, I provide personalized, practical guidance to help protect kidney function, improve lab values, and support your overall health. Together, we'll create realistic nutrition strategies that fit your lifestyle.
Photo of Kara Velez - Living Healthy with Kara, Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Living Healthy with Kara
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
or call with questions - (239) 422-8693

Client Focus

Age

Elders (65+)
Adults

Age

Elders (65+)
Adults

Treatment Approach

Style/Type

  • Clinical Dietitian
  • Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT)
  • Registered Dietitian

Treatment Techniques

  • Meal Plan
  • Mindful Eating
  • Non-Diet Approach
  • Nutrition Counseling
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Living Healthy with Kara
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Ask about what different forms of treatment will be like. or (239) 422-8693
Photo of Kara Velez - Living Healthy with Kara, Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Living Healthy with Kara
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Ask about what different forms of treatment will be like. or (239) 422-8693

Location

Primary Location

Cape Coral, FL 33904

(239) 422-8693

Nearby Areas

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Photo of Kara Velez - Living Healthy with Kara, Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Living Healthy with Kara
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Take the first step to help. Call now - (239) 422-8693
Photo of Kara Velez - Living Healthy with Kara, Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Living Healthy with Kara
Nutritionist/Dietitian, RD, LD
Take the first step to help. Call now - (239) 422-8693