Sharon Trueman - Accredited Practising Dietitian
Sharon Trueman is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who provides nutritional management and counselling to adults, children and babies with a wide variety of health issues — including weight loss, IBS, Low FODMAP diets, diabetes, heart health, sports nutrition, pregnancy and gout.
She also specialises in food allergies, food intolerances and other adverse food reactions.
Professional Background
Sharon completed her Post Graduate Diploma in Dietetics in 1994 at the University of Leeds in England. Since then she has worked in a variety of positions in clinical dietetics and health promotion before joining the specialist team at the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Allergy Unit in 1998, where she still works one day a week. In addition, she runs three private practices in the Blue Mountains and consults to nursing homes.
Sharon is a current member of Dietitians Australia and is recognised as an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD).
Areas of Specialisation
Food Allergies & Intolerances
- Food allergies and adverse food reactions
- Food intolerances
- Elimination and reintroduction protocols
Digestive Health
- Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
- Low FODMAP diets
- Gut health and symptom management
Chronic Conditions
- Diabetes management
- Heart health
- Gout
Life Stage & Performance Nutrition
- Weight loss and weight management
- Sports nutrition
- Pregnancy nutrition
- Nutrition for children and babies
Treatment Philosophy
Sharon provides individualised, evidence-based nutritional care for patients of every age — from babies through to older adults. Her counselling approach focuses on practical, achievable changes tailored to each person’s health needs and lifestyle.
Personal Life
In her spare time (what spare time!), Sharon loves to go to the gym or walk her two dogs in the bushlands of the mountains.
Making an Appointment
Sharon welcomes patients seeking support with:
- Food allergies, intolerances and adverse food reactions
- IBS and Low FODMAP diets
- Diabetes and heart health
- Weight loss and weight management
- Sports and pregnancy nutrition
- Nutrition for children and babies
Book a dietitian appointment to start your journey toward better health through nutrition.
