About Maria Manazza

Author, educator and health coach

About Maria Manazza

Maria shares the food and lifestyle principles that reshaped her own life, along with the lessons she has gathered through more than 12 years of personal study, practice and service.

Apple Diaries brings together Maria’s books, educational writing, group support and one-to-one conversations. Her work is grounded in lived experience and a desire to help people ask better questions about their daily choices.

Maria Manazza holding fruit with her books Vital Fuel and Heal Thyself
Maria Manazza, author of Vital Fuel and Heal Thyself

Maria’s story

From searching for answers to sharing what she learned

From childhood into adulthood, I lived with recurring pain, fatigue, migraines, emotional struggles and other symptoms that affected my quality of life. I sought professional help and tried different approaches, yet I still felt that I needed to understand more about my own body and daily habits.

In my mid-thirties, a difficult period pushed me to question many of my assumptions about food and health. I began reading older health literature, studying natural hygiene and experimenting carefully with changes in my own life. My path involved trial, error and gradual learning. Over time, I experienced changes that I personally describe as healing myself.

My experience led me toward a high-raw way of eating centred mainly on fruit, leafy greens, raw vegetables, nuts and seeds. This is the approach that has felt most supportive in my own life. It is not a promise about what another person will experience.

Today, I share what I have learned through books, articles, group support and private conversations. I encourage people to think critically, move at an appropriate pace and make informed decisions with qualified professional guidance when needed.

Experience and education

A path built step by step

Personal foundation

Maria spent the first three years researching, testing ideas in her own life and developing the foundation she now shares.

Nine years coaching

She has spent nine years coaching and helping people explore food and lifestyle changes through education, conversation and community support.

Formal study

Maria completed the Level 1 Detoxification Specialist course through Dr. Robert Morse’s International School of Detoxification.

Important context: The story above reflects Maria’s personal experience and viewpoint. Her training does not make her a physician or other regulated healthcare professional.

Ways to connect

Choose the next step that fits you

Read Maria’s books

Explore Maria’s longer-form writing about the natural human diet and the principles that guide her work.

Visit the book library

Book a conversation

Request a one-hour educational consultation to discuss your questions, priorities and next steps.

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Join the monthly group

Learn about the Fruits and Greens support group, which begins on the first of each month.

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Health notice: Apple Diaries content is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before making significant health, medication or dietary changes.

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Meet Maria through the ideas, experiences and practical reflections collected in her published work.

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