Hi, WELCOME to my blog! I am Helen Innes, the Real Nutritionist, based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

I decided to study to become a Registered Holistic Nutritionist (RHN) because I believe we need to strive to eat the Real Food that the human body was designed to eat. That way we can’t help but give our bodies the nutrients they need to help keep us healthy. Sounds simple, right? Well, not so much. The food available in our supermarkets today, is not nearly as nutritious as that which our Palaeolithic ancestors ate while the human body was evolving. Additionally, we encounter toxins every day in our modern life, be it from the air we breath, the water we drink, the food we eat or the things we touch. So our need to take proper care of ourselves is now greater than ever.

There are a lot of diet experts out there, teaching the latest and greatest ways to beat the bulge. I am not one of them. Yes, by implementing healthy lifestyle choices I recommend you are likely to shed those extra pounds, but that’s just one of the many benefits you get as part of a healthy lifestyle.

I created RealNutritionist.com to share what I know about health and nutrition. I’m going to try to steer clear of the technical jargon as best I can. Which isn’t always that easy to do when you’re dealing with Biology and Chemistry! I plan to explain things in simple terms, for those seeking to grasp the basics of the how, where, what and why of holistic nutrition. I’ll tell you about the healthy habits which can lead to overall wellness as well as those that can do serious damage to your body. Armed with this knowledge I want to help you choose the right foods to nourish your body and select the best ways to limit your exposure to toxins.

In this blog, I will also dispel myths or misconceptions about Holistic Nutrition, as well as discuss various different views and approaches to diet. As I study to become a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, I will be learning about different theories, studies, ideas, dietary approaches etc, and I will share this with you here.

I have provided a box at the bottom of every post for your feedback, comments, suggestions and questions. If there is anything you don’t understand please just post a comment and I’ll try to explain more fully.

Over the past 7 years I have become very interested in nutrition, after reading lots on the subject to improve my own health and to lose weight. I would now like to take this passion further and help others, by becoming a Registered Holistic Nutritionist. Though I already have a great deal of knowledge about nutrition from my own private study, at the moment I am not taking on clients. I will offer holistic nutrition consulting services when I graduate as a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, which should be mid-2012. While the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition (CCNN) do offer the Registered Holistic Nutritionist course in a classroom here in Calgary, I have decided to study at home for the Registered Holistic Nutritionist qualification so that I can complete the work at my own pace. If you’re looking for a Registered Holistic Nutritionist in Calgary now, then visit my services page, where I have listed some currently operating in Calgary.

Enjoy reading!

Helen Innes

The Real Nutritionist

Registered Holistic Nutritionist (RHN) Student

Calgary, Alberta, Canada