A Certified Holistic Nutritional Consultant (CHNC) and a Dietitian vary in their educational background, scope of practice, and approach to nutritional guidance. Dietitians and CHNCs often work together in a collaborative manner, complementing each other’s skill sets to provide a more comprehensive and effective nutritional strategy for clients.
A Dietitian typically has a university degree and is part of the medical system. They are regulated by the government and trained to follow doctors’ diagnoses, providing diet plans based on the Canada Food Guide. Their recommendations are often condition-specific and adhere to established medical guidelines.
On the other hand, a CHNC is trained at the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition and operates within the complementary health system. They focus on the client’s main concerns or goals, which may or may not include a medical diagnosis. CHNCs adopt a holistic approach, considering how various bodily systems interact to affect overall health. They aim to identify the suspected root cause of a client’s issues and provide customized dietary, supplement, and lifestyle recommendations.
At Red Leaf Wellness, our holistic nutritional consulting combines the strengths of both approaches. We offer scientifically-backed, personalized meal plans that are crafted with culinary finesse, taking into account the interconnectedness of bodily systems.