Maria Karalis, RD

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Background

Are you ready to take control of your health and simplify your nutrition journey? Meet Maria Karalis, RDN, a seasoned expert with over 30 years of experience who’s here to help you restore your health. Maria is a nationally recognized and award-winning Registered Dietitian Nutritionist whose mission is simple: empower you to achieve your health goals without the confusion of conflicting nutrition advice.

With a unique blend of clinical and business experience, Maria brings a fresh perspective to nutrition coaching. Her compassionate, direct, and playful approach will inspire and motivate you to set realistic goals and make lasting changes. Whether you’re navigating weight management, starting obesity medications, struggling with an eating disorder or fine-tuning your diet, Maria provides personalized plans that complement your life. Ready to make your health a priority? Partner with Maria and start your journey toward a healthier, more vibrant life today.

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Approach

"Feeling overwhelmed by conflicting health advice? Maria Karalis, RDN, knows how confusing nutrition can be. With over 30 years of experience, she’s here to cut through the noise and simplify your path to better health. Maria has over 30 years’ experience in the nutrition and medical dietetics industry and believes that nutrition isn’t just about what you eat; it’s about finding a balance that fits your lifestyle and your goals. "

Specialties

Weight Loss
Diabetes
High Cholesterol
High Blood Pressure
Eating Disorders & Disordered Eating
Vegan & Vegetarian
PCOS
Kidney Disease
Celiac
IBD
Sports Nutrition
Thyroid Health
Gut Health
Perimenopause & Menopause
General Nutrition

Modalities

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Intuitive Eating
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Accountability
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Motivational Interviewing
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Relationship With Food
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Mind-Body Connection
💤
Sleep
🏃
Exercise
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Functional
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Holistic
❤️
Health At Every Size (HAES)
📏
Personalized Macros
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Weight Loss Medication
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Plant-Based

Insurance accepted

Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Blue Care Network, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carefirst, Cigna, Empire, Florida Blue, Golden Rule, Highmark, Horizon, Independence Blue Cross, Optum, Oxford, Regence Blue Cross Blue Shield, Select Health, United Healthcare, United Medical Resources (UMR)

Seeing clients in

AK, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, MA, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OK, OR, PA, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, WY

Location

357 Old Wood Court, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
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Reviews
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AI summary of written reviews

Clients consistently describe Jane as warm, knowledgeable, and easy to talk to. Many highlight noticeable improvements in their eating habits, energy, and confidence after just a few weeks of working with her.

While a handful of clients hoped for more structured follow‑up, the vast majority praise her for setting realistic goals and explaining nutrition in a way that finally “clicks.”

Overall, Jane is highly recommended for anyone looking for thoughtful, supportive guidance.

6 clients left publicly written reviews
2 days ago

Jane completely changed how I think about food. She’s patient, knowledgeable, and explains things in a way that actually makes sense.

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