Nutritional Therapist

About Maria D.

I understand what it’s like to struggle with hormonal imbalances, unpredictable cycles, and constant discomfort—because I’ve been there. For years, I dealt with conditions like PCOS and endometriosis, facing frustrating symptoms, unanswered questions, and limited options from conventional healthcare.

But everything changed when I embraced a holistic approach. Through the right nutrition, targeted supplementation, and lifestyle adjustments, I was able to heal my PCOS, balance my hormones, and significantly reduce the growth of endometriosis. Now, I’m passionate about helping both men and women achieve the same.

As a Certified Nutritional Therapist, I specialise in hormonal health, inflammation reduction, fatigue, bloating, gut and natural healing. My coaching is designed to empower individuals with the tools, knowledge, and personalised strategies needed to take control of their health and feel their best again.

If you're tired of feeling unheard and are ready for real, lasting change, I’m here to guide you every step of the way.

💛 DipHE Diploma in Nutrition | Fully Insured | Member of the International Institute for Complementary Therapists
📚 Author of Healthy Bowl (Children’s Recipe Book) & Two Clean Eating Guides

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I can’t thank Marie enough! I came to her with so many struggles—bloating, intense sugar cravings, and PCOS. I had been on and off hormonal birth control, which made me feel awful, and I felt completely stuck with no real help from my doctor. I was in tears until I found Marie’s Instagram and decided to book a 1:1 session with her.

She explained everything in such a simple and understandable way, sharing things I had never even considered. Supporting my body turned out to be easier than I had imagined. After just four weeks, I already felt like a new person—my period arrived on time for the first time in ages! I’m getting my blood work done next month, but I already feel less pain, more energy, and my skin is so much clearer. I’m beyond grateful!

I struggled with chronic sinus issues for over 10 years — one operation, countless ENT and GP appointments, CT scans, rounds of steroids, medications, inhalers, nasal sprays… and nothing ever truly worked. I had completely lost my sense of taste and smell and constantly felt groggy and unwell.

That all changed when I booked a consultation with Maria and started her 4-week nutritional plan. We ran a functional test that provided so many answers, and from there, she guided me step by step through dietary changes, lifestyle shifts, and targeted supplements. With her support and regular symptom tracking, I finally started to feel like myself again.

For the first time in a decade, I can truly say I feel better — and I'm now gradually weaning off the steroids. Maria’s knowledge, care, and holistic approach have made a life-changing difference for me.

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Wellness Philosophy

I'm committed to empowering individuals to improve their overall well-being through holistic and sustainable approaches to health. I believe that small, consistent changes can lead to significant improvements in one's quality of life.

These I found in Tesco UK. Common children’s products we reach for and here is why I don’t recommend these. I don’t recommend these common baby products because they contain sulfates, which are harsh cleansing agents that can strip a baby’s sensitive skin of its natural oils, leading to dryness, irritation, and even eczema. Combined with other chemicals like synthetic fragrances, alcohols, and propellants—even if “dermatologically tested”—these ingredients may increase the risk of allergic reactions and long-term skin sensitivity. #parentingtips #cleanproducts #babyproduct

Get my CLEAN GUIDE BUNDLES - contains everything you need to go for toxic free living ✅

What I found in my local M&S that’s additive free ✅ M&S is generally very ultra processed shop 😰 but they do have cleaner alternatives #mands #marksandspencer #marksandspencers #marksandspencerfood #additivefree

Some healthier ice lollies options on the market to enjoy this summer ☺️ made with minimal ingredients and most importantly without any preservatives, additives.. #healthy #foodswaps #parenting #comeshopwithus #healthyicecream

I had to make this into a reel ❤️ my 4th feature 🥹 #magazine

Popped into Waitrose today and here are the common snacks we usually buy and alternative snacks that are much cleaner and healthier ❤️ #healthyfood #healthysnacks #snackswaps #babyfood #parentingtipsandtricks

All about cordial #healthyswaps #swaps #cordial #healthyeatingideas #healthyeatingtips #healthychoice #healthyeating

Did you know that 80% of food vitamins medicine contains harsh ingredients that affect our health in a negative way? You can download my clean bundle to navigate life with ease. I did all the research for you ❤️ #swaps #parentingtips #parenting #babyled #babyfood #babyledweaning #babyledweaningideas #babyledweaningrecipes

Popped to little local Waitrose today and this is what I found 🙌❤️#upf #food #foodswaps #healthy #parenting #cleanswaps

Budget dinner for under £12 healthy and delicious!!! Eating healthy on a budget series ❤️ shall I do more of these ? #swaps #healthy #healthyswaps #budgetdinner #dinneronabudget #budgetfriendly #budgetingtips

If you enjoy fizzy drinks - have you ever tried kombucha ? #swaps #cleanswaps

Swap your trolley series ❤️ #parenting #parentingtips #cleanswaps #kidssnacks #snacks #babyled #babyfood

Just some of the products that are CLEAN! and available in Sainsbury’s! For more products that are clean - wheat and dairy free you can download my guide in my Bio ❤️ #swaps #cleanswaps #wheatfree #glutenfree @dairyfree #comeshopwithus

Which hot chocolate to buy? #swaps #hotchocolate #cleanswaps #comeshopwithme

How many times do we reach to the shelf and pick up one of these for a birthday party ? #cakes #healthy #swaps #comeshopwithus #babyledweaning #parentingtips #babyledweaningideas #parentsupport #foodlover #babyfood

Did you know this about this baby food ? #babyfood #babysnacks #babyledweaning #parentingtips #cleanswaps #swaps #comeshopping #comeshopping

Dubai Chocolate Recipe
Ingredients:

1 cup pistachios (raw, unsalted)
1 cup dates (pitted)
2–3 tbsp honey (adjust to taste)
½ cup coconut milk or regular milk (adjust for desired consistency)
200g dark chocolate or chocolate of choice (for melting)
For Blue Icing (Optional):

½ cup Greek yogurt
½ tsp blue spirulina powder (adjust to desired color)
Instructions:

Soak Ingredients:
Soak pistachios in water for at least 3 hours.
Soak dates in warm water for about 30 minutes to soften.
Prepare Filling:
Drain and rinse soaked pistachios and dates.
Add them to a blender or food processor.
Add honey and milk (coconut or regular).
Blend until smooth and creamy. Add more milk if needed to adjust the consistency.
Prepare Chocolate Shells:
Melt chocolate using a double boiler
Pour a thin layer into silicone molds and tilt to coat the sides.
Chill briefly to set.
Assemble:
Spoon the peanut-date mixture into the chocolate-coated molds.
Cover with more melted chocolate to seal.
Refrigerate or freeze until firm.
Blue Icing (Optional Decoration):
Mix Greek yogurt with blue spirulina.
Pipe or drizzle over the set chocolates for a decorative touch. #dubaichocolate #vegandubaichocolate #dubaichocolates

Typical breakfast in UK households is generally cereal, juice , non organic milk that now contains bovaer, full of additives white bread with added folic acid which affects children’s development and mental health, also fortified wheat is linked to ADHD… plus crazy amount of sugar.. this will spike your blood sugar levels.. instead switch to healthier breakfast - which is still cereal, bread and coffee but make your swaps healthier cleaner and better! Oh and second trolley is cheaper - so eating healthier cost less 😎 which trolley would you choose ? #swaps #healthyswaps #parentingtips #babyfood #comeshopping #comeshopwithus #supermarkets

Let’s Talk About EMF and Why It Matters 🛜

Today, I want to bring some awareness to EMF — what it is, why it’s a concern, and how we can protect ourselves from its effects.

So, what exactly is EMF?
EMF stands for electromagnetic fields, which are invisible areas of energy, often referred to as radiation. These fields are generated by electricity — think mobile phones, WiFi routers, laptops, TVs, smart meters, and even LED lights. We are constantly surrounded by these waves in our homes, workplaces, and public spaces.

But why is this a problem?
While we can’t see EMFs, many of us feel their effects: fatigue, headaches, trouble sleeping, brain fog, and overall sluggishness. These are all common symptoms of prolonged EMF exposure. Since we rely on technology daily, escaping EMFs isn’t really an option — but protecting ourselves is.

So how do we do that?
One of the best ways I’ve found is through EMF Home Harmony — a trusted website that offers high-quality, independently tested products designed to harmonise and neutralise the effects of EMF in our environment.

Personally, I use their Geoclense and iPhone harmonisers, I feel relaxed knowing our home is protected❤️

The Geoclense is a powerful plug-in device that covers your entire home. It works by neutralising over 30 types of harmful EMF fields, including those from 5G, WiFi, smart meters, and more. You can even take it abroad with an adaptor!
Their phone harmoniser stickers are easy to use — just stick one on the back of your phone and you’re good to go.
They also offer domes and wearable necklaces, which are excellent for added personal protection.
What I love about EMF Home Harmony is that their products are not only effective but also affordable compared to other brands — and built to last a lifetime. #emf #emfprotection #ad

The EMF Bunny is a soft, natural, and irresistibly cute companion designed to create a balanced, happy energy around your child — without the need for any batteries or complicated technology. Crafted with care and infused with harmonizing materials, the EMF Bunny gently transforms disruptive electromagnetic waves into a smoother, more supportive energy field. By neutralizing everyday EMF exposure from Wi-Fi, tablets, and phones, the EMF Bunny helps promote a calm, joyful space for your little one to grow and thrive. It’s more than just a cuddly friend — it’s a simple, natural way to support your child’s energy and well-being, wherever life takes them. #ad #emf #emfprotection

It’s a common misconception that non-bio products are always gentle and kind to the skin. However, many still contain harsh surfactants, strong preservatives, and synthetic perfumes, which can irritate sensitive skin and disrupt the skin barrier. Some additives are also known to be allergenic or contribute to long-term skin sensitivity.

Choose products like @allavareuk that are safe and clean and do actually clean clothing very well ❤️

The products I used to buy for my children are ones I’d never choose again.
For fever, I used to reach for Calpol — not realising it’s full of additives and polysorbate 80, which can open the blood-brain barrier.
For nappy rash, I would use baby powder containing talc — now known to be highly toxic.
For sore skin, I’d apply Vaseline, unaware it’s made with petrolatum.

Now, I have a full bundle of clean, safe products for every family member and every need.
To download my list of over 500 clean options for food, medicine, supplements, and more, just click the link in my bio! #parentingtips #cleanfood #cleanproducts #swaps #cleanswaps #calpol #vaseline #babyproducts

We all love a good pizza ! My eldest is obsessed with pizza 🍕 so we make healthier choices - we opt for @crostamollica pizzas - the healthiest choice from their range is their pizzas base or pizza margarita. No additives , tastes yum add any toppings you want and it’s the same price as majority of other pizzas on the market. #pizza #pizzaislove #healthyswaps #healthyswap #comeshopwithme #swaps #cleansewaps #parentingtips #parentingmadeeasy

The food we eat now is NOT the same food our parents eat as children… even though brands stayed the same…Packaged foods, once made with simple, recognizable ingredients, are now filled with ultra-processed additives, synthetic chemicals, and inflammatory compounds—engineered to extend shelf life, enhance flavor, and cut production costs. Here’s what’s really inside, and why it matters:

High Fructose Corn Syrup : These processed sugars overload the liver, spike blood sugar faster than table sugar, and fuel insulin resistance.
Modified Corn Starch: An ultra-processed thickener that can disrupt digestion and trigger gut inflammation.
Textured Vegetable Proteins & Soybean Oil: Synthetic proteins and industrial seed oils that interfere with hormones and promote chronic inflammation.
Artificial Colors: Chemical additives linked to cancer and behavioral issues.
Emulsifiers (Mono- & Diglycerides, Carrageenan): Disrupt the gut microbiome, which is critical for immune and mental health.
The food we eat today isn’t the same as it once was. The rise of ultra-processed foods since the 1980s has been directly linked to increasing rates of obesity, diabetes, autoimmune disorders, and mental health struggles. #food #cleanswaps #parentingtips #comeshopwithme #nontoxic #swaps

I offer 1:1 support through personalised nutrition packages, designed to help you finally feel like yourself again.

Have you ever felt like something just isn’t right — but your GP tells you everything looks “normal”? Maybe your test results come back fine, yet you’re still tired, bloated, inflamed, or just not you.

You’re not imagining it — and you’re not alone.

I’m a fully qualified and insured Nutritional Therapist, and I work closely with private functional labs to offer in-depth testing that goes beyond standard checks. Together, we’ll uncover the root cause of your symptoms — whether it’s hormonal imbalances, digestive issues, chronic fatigue, sinus inflammation, thyroid dysfunction, or something that’s just not adding up.

With the right support, targeted testing, and a tailored protocol, you can get back to balance — and feel good again.

Let’s talk.
DM me, reach out via my website, or drop a comment below and I’ll be in touch. #altrincham #nutritionaltherapy #healthcoaching

Which one would you choose ? #easyswaps #healthyswaps #crostaandmollica #foodswaps

General healthy swaps ! Eating healthier doesn’t cost more and in this case it costs less !!! Which option would you choose? #trolleyswaps #swaps #healthyswaps #healthy #parenting #comeshopwithme

three key reasons why nitrites can be harmful to health:

Formation of Carcinogenic Compounds: In the body, nitrites can convert into nitrosamines—compounds linked to an increased risk of certain canc*r, especially colorectal canc*r.
Interference with Oxygen Transport: Nitrites can oxidize hemoglobin into methemoglobin, which reduces the blood’s ability to carry oxygen, potentially causing a condition called methemoglobinemia.
Contribution to Inflammation and Chronic Disease: Regular consumption of nitrite-rich processed meats may contribute to systemic inflammation and is associated with higher risks of heart disease and other chronic illnesses. #cleaneating #healthyswaps #swaps #comeshopwithme

We all get ready made sauces for our meals , curry night is a popular meal for families - did you know that not every curry sauce is clean and naan bread is usually extremely ultra processed.. making your own naan bread is the best option or switching to crosta and mollica wraps or clean poppadoms.. switch white rice to brown… and switch your curry sauce to a clean alternative and add lots of vegetables 🥒 easy switches but big impact #parentingtips #easyswitch #comeshopwithme #cleanswaps #clean #healthyswaps

These chemicals—like artificial flavorings, emulsifiers, MSG, and synthetic food colorings—are engineered to manipulate your taste buds and cravings, not to nourish your body. They can disrupt your hormones, inflame your gut, and even damage your brain over time. Some studies link them to canc*r, behavioral disorders, and long-term metabolic problems that silently build up inside you. Consuming them regularly turns your body into a toxic battleground, where your cells are constantly under attack. Switch to cleaner alternatives or make your own ❤️ #gravy #toxicproducts #cleanswaps #clean #comeshopwithme

These common sun creams and fake tans are extremely harmful to our bodies because they contain toxic ingredients… avoid most common fake tan and sun cream products - I have a guide BUNDLE in my bio that you can download and get access to over 500 products…

#parentingtips #babyledweaning #babyfood #kidssnacks #swaps #cleanswap #foodswaps

It’s simple - choose peanut or almond butter that’s made from 100% peanuts or almonds and nothing else ❤️ #peanutbutter #almondbutter #almonds #nontoxic #cleanswap #swaps #comeshopwithme

Did you know this about Berocca ? #berocca #cleaningredients

Do you still buy these products ? Download my CLEAN bundle in my bio or comment CLEAN and I’ll send you a link to get clean bundle of food, products, vitamins, medicine, make up and skin care - invest in your health and your family. #babyfood #babyproduct #cleanproducts #parenting #comeshopwithme #cleanfood

I just want to share some of the amazing food ladies made using my recipes this spring reset ! ❤️🫑🥬 and what a difference this made for them!

Products that just make sense in low tox house 🏡 #lowtox #lowtoxliving #lowtoxlifestyle #genexa #parenting #parentingtips #nontoxicskincare #nontoxichome #nontoxicproducts

What do you think on M&S new range ? #marksandspencer #marksandspencers #marksandspencerfood #viralfood #cleaneating #comeshopwithme

I’ve been featured in @veganfoodandliving magazine for the 4th time ❤️😍 so so thankful! On sale this April!

GET MY CLEAN GUIDES - PAYHIP - in my bio top of the page 👆

Swap your dinner trolley and it doesn’t cost more ! Second trolley you get so much more for your money and it’s such a healthier alternative! #dinners #tesco #comeshop #comeshoppingwithme #shopwithme #dinnerfamily #cheapdinner #cleanswaps #cleanfood

Easy Baking swaps ! #swaps #bakingswap #comeshoppingwithme #additivefree #supermarket #groceryshopping

Household cleaners easy switch for the same price. Sole healthier alternative is even cheaper for example washing up liquid is way cheaper than ferry liquid. #swaps #easyswaps #comeshoppingwithme

Do you still use baby products from trolley number 1? #babyproducts #swap #healthyswaps #kidsproduct #babyproduct #parenting #parentingtips

Why I Avoid Sudocrem – Here’s What I Learned

I used to use Sudocrem without a second thought. After all, if it’s sold on store shelves, it must be safe, right? Wrong.

Here’s why I stopped using it, especially on newborn skin:

Petrolatum – highly toxic for human body - yes it locks in moisture, it also creates a barrier that can trap bacteria and prevent the skin from breathing. On delicate newborn skin, this can lead to irritation and clogged pores and harmful substance gets absorbed by the skin.
Fragrance – Artificial fragrances can be harsh on sensitive skin, potentially causing allergies, irritation, or even disrupting the skin’s natural barrier.
Propylene Glycol – This chemical is often used as a skin-conditioning agent, but it can also cause irritation and increase skin sensitivity, which is the last thing a newborn needs.
Thankfully, there are safer alternatives! One of my favorites is beef tallow—a natural, nourishing option that supports healthy skin without unnecessary additives. #sudocream #newborn #skin

Our last week’s weekly shop - we try to limit processed food as much as possible. #weeklyshop #foodshop #organic #upffree

Swap your breakfast trolley! I always hear that eating healthier cost way more - so I’m doing my series of trolley swap where I show that eating healthier actually costs the same! Comment below what other swaps you’d like to see next ? 👇 #supermarket #parentingtips #swaps #healthyswaps #nontoxic #cleanfood #comeshopwithme

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