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Keto? Paleo? GAPS? AIP? How do I know which diet is right for me?

March 10, 2026March 9, 2015 by Maria Allerton

This question is so pervasive today and seems to be almost un-answerable. There are many diverse philosophies when it comes to a dietary strategy and each one claims to be the best. From paleo to vegan, low carb high fat, vegetarian, fodmaps, weight watchers, blood type, ketogenic, gluten free, the list goes on and on.

Pyroluria – the Stress Disorder

October 3, 2022February 8, 2015 by Maria Allerton

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Sydney Clinical Nutritionist -Maria Allerton regularly tests for Pyrolles in clinic in order to use this valuable marker to address her clients’ metabolic, gut and mental health. Success with hundreds of clients with Pyroluria with her personalised approach. No ‘same compounded formula’ for everyone.

Mineral Deficiencies

April 18, 2026January 28, 2015 by Maria Allerton

We live in the ‘developed’ world and we believe our food supply to be superior- and in some ways it is- unfortunately, when it comes to nutrient density, it is less than optimal, especially in regards to mineral content.

Juicing vs Blending: Pros and Cons

March 10, 2026January 11, 2015 by Maria Allerton

Tis the season for juice fasts, weight loss shakes and all matter of detox programs. Don’t we know it! We do it every January…

A question that I get asked very often is: ‘Is it better for me to juice my fruit and veg or to blend it?’ and of course like with most things in life and nutrition, there is no black and white answer.

Easy Digestion Remedy

April 18, 2026December 16, 2014 by Maria Allerton

In our world we do things fast. No time to stop to eat, so we eat in the car. Pressure to multi-task: so we eat whilst working. Nobody to eat with: so we eat whilst watching TV. Fast lives don’t work well with our human digestive system: it needs things to be done slooooowly. Our … Read more

What to Eat for Breakfast

April 18, 2026September 7, 2014 by Maria Allerton

Breakfast is controversial. I’ve come to realise this via the reactions of the men and women who attend my workshops to my statements about breakfast.

It usually goes something like this: I inform my workshop attendees that all commercial cereals- all the ones sold in supermarkets with claims like ‘plenty of fibre’, ‘goodness in every bite’, ‘gives your kids all day energy’, etc etc are actually completely devoid of nutrition. Not only do they possess very few nutrients, many of them are actually harmful to our health.

Don’t be part of ‘the Human experiment’!

March 10, 2026May 14, 2014 by Maria Allerton

Last night I had the privilege to attend the premier of Sean Penn’s documentary ‘the Human Experiment’. I knew this is not going to be a ‘light’ film- the topic of proliferation of chemicals in the environment and in our bodies is very familiar to me, however, I was still shocked and saddened by just … Read more

Why and How I Quit Coffee

April 18, 2026February 16, 2014 by Maria Allerton

So I thought I should write a book ‘I Quit Coffee’! It would be a best seller, for sure, just like the ‘I quit sugar’ by Sarah Wilson. Except I don’t think it would sell as well. Not at all. Unfortunately….. Because we are all completely on board with the concept of ‘sugar is bad … Read more

Getting your meat right

March 10, 2026January 23, 2014 by Maria Allerton

I’ve recently heard an interview with Denise Minger, the author of what is no-doubt going to be a controversial book called ‘Death by Food Pyramid’. She was discussing the myriad of health issues we are facing as a society today and the numerous mistakes that we have and are making by following the standard food … Read more

25 Budget Tips for Healthy Living

June 11, 2020December 9, 2013 by Maria Allerton

When switching to a wholefoods, traditional foods, Paleo foods and generally a ‘True Foods’ lifestyle, budgetary concerns definitely come up as many people view this way of eating as expensive, indulgent, exclusive, etc.

Whilst I truly believe that a commitment to the right way of eating is paramount and definitely worth an investment that I prioritise above many other expenses, I appreciate that budgets still need to be met. So I’ve been doing a lot of reading on what experts in this way of eating recommend when it comes to planning meals on a budget.