Miriam Saliba

Registered Dietitians Services is the practice of Miriam Saliba, a state-registered dietitian, nutritionist and certified personal trainer. She sees clients at the Tal-Qroqq Fitness Centre in Gżira, a short drive from Sliema and Valletta, and also holds consultations online by video call. The practice combines clinical nutrition with fitness coaching, so people who want help with food, training or both can work with one professional.

For UK residents, the practical points are straightforward: consultations are in English and Maltese, appointments are available early in the morning and at weekends, and online sessions mean you can start a programme from home before you travel or while you settle in. The practice is listed in our directory of nutritionists and dietitians in Malta. The information below describes the services and how to begin, and it is not medical advice.

Who Miriam Saliba is

Miriam describes her own route into the profession as a personal one. After years of frustration with fad diets, she committed to learning the science of nutrition and exercise, and she turned that experience into a career. She holds a B.Sc. (Hons) in Applied Food and Nutritional Science and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Nutrition and Dietetics, both from the University of Malta.

She is registered as a dietitian with the Council for Professions Complementary to Medicine in Malta, and she is also a certified personal trainer. She co-founded My Personal Trainer Malta, which provides integrated nutrition and fitness coaching. Her philosophy rests on compassion, science and sustainability: food should nourish body and soul, and lasting health comes from habits that are enjoyable. Plans are tailored to the individual because, in her view, no two bodies are exactly alike.

Clients range across ages and health statuses, and the practice works with people throughout Malta and beyond.

Dietitian and nutrition therapy

The core service is one-to-one nutrition therapy for medical conditions, weight management and sports performance. It is designed for people who want a plan built around their health history, culture and lifestyle. The areas of expertise are weight management and metabolism, PCOS and hormonal and fertility support, diabetes and blood sugar control, cholesterol and heart health, digestive health and intolerances, bone health and sports performance.

The service works in four stages. An initial assessment reviews your medical history, any laboratory results, diet and lifestyle in order to set realistic goals. A personalised prescription follows, with meal guidance based on scientific guidelines and Maltese cuisine. Behavioural coaching adds techniques such as SMART goal setting, habit stacking and mindfulness, and continuous support comes through follow-ups in person or online, with optional messaging between appointments.

Because Malta's climate and food culture shape what people eat, the practice builds plans around local ingredients. If you enjoy fresh fish, our listing for Adam's Fish Shop shows one place to buy it.

What to expect at a first consultation

A first visit takes about 60 to 90 minutes. You talk through your medical history, symptoms, past diets, food preferences and lifestyle, including work, stress and activity. You are asked to bring recent blood tests or medical reports so that they can be reviewed. The session is about listening: you will not leave with a restrictive meal plan on the first day.

Miriam may ask you to keep a food and symptom diary for a week or two before your follow-up. After that she prepares a detailed nutrition plan, which can include customised meal guidance, specific macronutrient recommendations, strategies for cravings or emotional eating and gradual habit changes. You are encouraged to ask questions and give feedback throughout.

Fees depend on your needs and are explained when you make contact, so the practice does not print a price list. Ask for the options when you send your enquiry.

Personalised meal planning

Meal planning is for busy professionals, parents feeding a family and anyone who wants guidance on everyday eating. Menus are weekly or monthly and are tailored to your tastes, budget and culture, from Mediterranean favourites to vegetarian and low-FODMAP meals. Each plan includes recipes, a coordinated shopping list, portion guidance and tips on batch cooking, eating out and swapping ingredients.

The package covers an initial consultation, custom menus, recipes and grocery lists, education on reading food labels and adapting recipes for family members, and follow-up check-ins to adjust portions and swap ingredients. A sample week uses fish, chicken, pulses and eggs, with breakfasts such as Greek yoghurt and berries, and dinners such as baked fish with roasted vegetables. For visitors self-catering during a long stay, our guide to where to stay in Malta helps you choose an area near shops and markets.

Nutrition coaching and lifestyle change

Coaching suits people who have tried to change their eating alone and found it hard to keep going. Programmes typically run for 8 to 12 weeks, with options to continue. They begin with a kick-off session that covers lifestyle, goals and challenges, then move into weekly or fortnightly check-ins of 30 to 45 minutes. Between sessions, worksheets, meal prep guides and journal prompts help you track habits.

The focus is on mindset as much as food: managing emotional eating, stress, sleep and time, and building confidence around exercise and body image. If you want to train as well, the practice also offers personal training. Our listing for 24/7 Fitness Club in San Gwann shows another gym within a few kilometres, and A New Better Life is a further nutritionist in the directory.

Sports nutrition, women's health and everyday eating

Sports and performance work covers fuelling training and recovery with plans matched to your sport and intensity. The blog expands on pre-training meals, hydration, recovery and protein in Malta's warm climate, and our Malta weather guide shows how hot the island gets across the year, which is useful if you train outdoors.

Women's health is another focus, from hormonal conditions and fertility support to nutrition around pregnancy, breastfeeding and menopause. The same approach applies to digestive health, where the practice works with food intolerances and sensitivities, and to bone health. Other articles cover how to read food labels in Maltese supermarkets, healthy eating with local produce and tackling gym anxiety, so clients get practical help with daily choices as well as formal plans.

None of this replaces your own doctor. The practice works alongside medical care, so bring any reports you have and mention the conditions you are managing when you enquire.

Who the practice helps

The practice supports more than twenty groups, including people preparing for pregnancy, those managing long-term conditions, people recovering from surgery, athletes, women at different life stages, parents concerned about family nutrition and people with food intolerances. Anyone who has tried diets without lasting success is also welcome. The aim is a plan that fits your circumstances rather than a generic diet.

The website also carries a blog of 21 articles on meal planning, women's health, digestion, sports nutrition and eating well in Malta, which gives a feel for the practice's approach before you book. Replies to messages normally come within one business day, so you can expect to hear back quickly once your enquiry has reached the practice. The programmes are designed for people of any age, from first-time clients to those returning after a gap.

Planning your visit and getting started

The Tal-Qroqq Fitness Centre is on Triq Maria Teresa Spinelli in Gżira. Consultation hours run from 06:00 to 19:00 on weekdays and from 08:00 to 11:00 on Saturday and Sunday. If you are planning a longer stay or a move, our Malta relocation guide and digital nomad guide cover settling in, and the Valletta city guide is useful for a day out between appointments. Our overview of Malta gives wider context.

To book, send a message through the VisitMalta.co.uk enquiry form on this page with your goals, whether you prefer an in-person or online appointment, and the days that suit you. We will pass your message to the practice.