Bariatric Support Nutritionists and Dietitians in Cape May County, NJ
You may be struggling with women's health issues, navigating gastrointestinal conditions, adjusting to life post-bariatric surgery, or seeking support for managing body image and weight concerns. Perhaps you've tried various diets and approaches without success or simply want to enhance your overall well-being through better nutrition. I understand the complexities of these challenges firsthand. My journey into dietetics was inspired by my own personal experiences with gastrointestinal issues and witnessing my family's health journeys.
You may be struggling with women's health issues, navigating gastrointestinal conditions, adjusting to life post-bariatric surgery, or seeking support for managing body image and weight concerns. Perhaps you've tried various diets and approaches without success or simply want to enhance your overall well-being through better nutrition. I understand the complexities of these challenges firsthand. My journey into dietetics was inspired by my own personal experiences with gastrointestinal issues and witnessing my family's health journeys.
Online Dietitians and Nutritionists
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck or overwhelmed with food,whether they were diagnosed with diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, or dealing with disordered eating. I also love helping clients who are just trying to build healthier habits and want to feel more at ease with food and in their body. Together, we work step-by-step to untangle stress, simplify eating, and build sustainable changes that support both physical and emotional health.
My ideal client is someone who feels stuck or overwhelmed with food,whether they were diagnosed with diabetes, heart disease, high cholesterol, or dealing with disordered eating. I also love helping clients who are just trying to build healthier habits and want to feel more at ease with food and in their body. Together, we work step-by-step to untangle stress, simplify eating, and build sustainable changes that support both physical and emotional health.
Kerry Conlon • Digestive • Ibs • Sibo • Gut Dietitian
Nutritionist/Dietitian, MS, RDN
1 Endorsed
Matawan, NJ 07747
Hi there! I'm Kerry, a dietitian with over 7 years of experience in nutrition. I absolutely love my career! I wake up every morning truly grateful to have the opportunity to help amazing people (like you) reach their nutrition goals so they achieve a higher quality of life. My specialty is Digestive Diseases and Disorders/Gut Health. Having IBS myself, I truly relate to and empathize with others with digestive issues. I understand what it's like to avoid food out of fear that it will trigger discomfort. I understand what it's like to battle chronic pain and bloating, leaving you feeling self-conscious in your body.
Hi there! I'm Kerry, a dietitian with over 7 years of experience in nutrition. I absolutely love my career! I wake up every morning truly grateful to have the opportunity to help amazing people (like you) reach their nutrition goals so they achieve a higher quality of life. My specialty is Digestive Diseases and Disorders/Gut Health. Having IBS myself, I truly relate to and empathize with others with digestive issues. I understand what it's like to avoid food out of fear that it will trigger discomfort. I understand what it's like to battle chronic pain and bloating, leaving you feeling self-conscious in your body.
I am a retired board certified physician, nutrition, specialist, who now offers health, coaching, health, education, motivational interviewing to help you meet your nutritional goals. I have 40 years of experience as a nutrition specialist.
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I am a retired board certified physician, nutrition, specialist, who now offers health, coaching, health, education, motivational interviewing to help you meet your nutritional goals. I have 40 years of experience as a nutrition specialist.
Visit my website healthdaysllcdotcom to see all my credentials
As a dietitian for over 20 years, I have helped a wide range of clients from pediatrics to geriatrics. I have specialized in bariatrics (weight loss surgery- sleeve, bypass, lap band) for over 10 years and encourage long term follow up to ensure lasting success. I believe in the medicinal value of food and focus my efforts on the inclusion verse the exclusion of foods. Although changing ones eating habits can be challenging, dietary changes should not cause stress or feelings of deprivation. My goal is to help my clients adjust their food choices to achieve their health goals safely and have published bariatric meal prep book.
As a dietitian for over 20 years, I have helped a wide range of clients from pediatrics to geriatrics. I have specialized in bariatrics (weight loss surgery- sleeve, bypass, lap band) for over 10 years and encourage long term follow up to ensure lasting success. I believe in the medicinal value of food and focus my efforts on the inclusion verse the exclusion of foods. Although changing ones eating habits can be challenging, dietary changes should not cause stress or feelings of deprivation. My goal is to help my clients adjust their food choices to achieve their health goals safely and have published bariatric meal prep book.
I am excited about the opportunity to take this step with you on your health and wellness journey. I have been working as a health coach for the past 15+ years and now serve as the Director of Health Coaching & Intuitive Eating at RWC. My clients would describe me as dynamic and passionate, and it’s important to me to bring those qualities to everyone I work with. I strive to leverage my innate personal compassion, warmth, and authenticity coupled with my professional expertise to provide a tailored approach to each individualized coaching session. My goal is to foster confidence, knowledge, and healthy lifestyle behavioral changes.
I am excited about the opportunity to take this step with you on your health and wellness journey. I have been working as a health coach for the past 15+ years and now serve as the Director of Health Coaching & Intuitive Eating at RWC. My clients would describe me as dynamic and passionate, and it’s important to me to bring those qualities to everyone I work with. I strive to leverage my innate personal compassion, warmth, and authenticity coupled with my professional expertise to provide a tailored approach to each individualized coaching session. My goal is to foster confidence, knowledge, and healthy lifestyle behavioral changes.
My ideal client is someone who has struggled with weight loss or maintaining their results, feels frustrated by diets that don’t work, and wants a sustainable approach that fits their lifestyle. They are ready for personalized guidance, real-food strategies, and ongoing support to achieve lasting weight loss, improve energy, and build healthy habits that stick. Their goal is not just to lose weight, but to gain confidence, feel healthier, and maintain results long-term.
My ideal client is someone who has struggled with weight loss or maintaining their results, feels frustrated by diets that don’t work, and wants a sustainable approach that fits their lifestyle. They are ready for personalized guidance, real-food strategies, and ongoing support to achieve lasting weight loss, improve energy, and build healthy habits that stick. Their goal is not just to lose weight, but to gain confidence, feel healthier, and maintain results long-term.
I work with adolescents and adults who are hoping to build a better relationship with food and their bodies. I spent 7 years working in a facility that provided inpatient, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient treatment for people healing from eating disorders; thus I have extensive experience helping people build skills and break down barriers so that they can reclaim their relationships with food. In my private practice, I have worked with clients who are healing from eating disorders, and those building new relationships with food having struggled with disordered eating, chronic dieting, and eating issues in general.
I work with adolescents and adults who are hoping to build a better relationship with food and their bodies. I spent 7 years working in a facility that provided inpatient, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient treatment for people healing from eating disorders; thus I have extensive experience helping people build skills and break down barriers so that they can reclaim their relationships with food. In my private practice, I have worked with clients who are healing from eating disorders, and those building new relationships with food having struggled with disordered eating, chronic dieting, and eating issues in general.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by food, digestive issues, or confusing health advice, you're not alone. Whether you're managing a medical condition, trying to untangle years of diet rules, or want to feel better in your body, I’m here to help. You deserve care that’s rooted in science,but also feels down-to-earth, supportive, and personalized to you.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by food, digestive issues, or confusing health advice, you're not alone. Whether you're managing a medical condition, trying to untangle years of diet rules, or want to feel better in your body, I’m here to help. You deserve care that’s rooted in science,but also feels down-to-earth, supportive, and personalized to you.
Bariatric Support Nutritionists and Dietitians
What is bariatric surgery?
Bariatric surgery is a weight-loss method involving surgical intervention to help individuals lose weight. There are several types of bariatric surgery, including gastric sleeve procedures, gastric bypass, and duodenal switch surgeries like the biliopancreatic diversion with duodenal switch. This approach is often considered a "last resort" due to the high risks and potential complications, such as nutrient malabsorption, "dumping syndrome," gallstones, and hernias. To qualify for bariatric surgery, adults typically must have "class III obesity," defined as a BMI over 40, or a BMI over 35 with at least one related health issue. Adolescents and children can also undergo bariatric surgery but have different inclusion criteria due to the risks associated with the procedure.
How long does it take to see results from bariatric surgery?
In general, the primary goal of bariatric surgery is to promote weight loss to prevent or better manage obesity-related conditions, such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, chronic mobility issues, and certain cancers. Therefore, since these diseases are chronic, it may take several years to see significant improvements or prevention following bariatric surgery. However, rapid weight loss often occurs in the initial weeks and months after surgery, with the extent of weight loss varying depending on the type of procedure and the patient's condition. Typically, the fastest weight loss occurs in the first 2-3 months post-surgery, with weight loss plateauing within 1-2 years.
What can you eat once you've had bariatric surgery?
In the first 1-2 months following bariatric surgery, individuals are placed on a restricted diet, such as a fully liquid or pureed food diet, to aid in recovery. After this initial period, most individuals can gradually reintroduce regular foods back into their diet, although they may find that some previously tolerated foods now cause discomfort, nausea, or vomiting. As a result, individuals are encouraged to reintroduce new foods slowly, especially those that are harder to digest, like salads, raw vegetables, and red meats. In addition, many clients may work closely with medical and nutrition professionals in the months and years following bariatric surgery in order to adopt a diet that promotes a healthier lifestyle and maintains their weight loss following bariatric surgery.
Who can benefit from bariatric nutrition support?
All individuals undergoing bariatric surgery can benefit from the expertise of a nutritional professional, such as a registered dietitian (RD), to manage their nutrition post-surgery. Given that bariatric surgery is often considered a "last resort" option, many individuals have already consulted a nutrition professional before their surgery to explore less invasive weight loss options. Following surgery, however, RDs can provide particularly valuable guidance in helping clients find foods that minimize post-surgery symptoms like nausea and vomiting and help develop a meal plan that promotes sustained weight loss. Additionally, RDs can help clients address certain nutritional deficiencies that may arise due to the altered digestive process after surgery, ensuring that clients maintain an adequate intake and receive essential vitamins and minerals following surgery.