alive Contributors

Ruth Yanor-McRae is a master herbalist, iridologist, writer, and speaker with a consulting practice in Alberta.

Heather Herington, ND, DHANP, is a professor at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine. She has over 15 years of experience as a naturopathic and homeppathic physician specializing in psychological manifestations of disease.

Jerry Green, a Toronto medical doctor, works politically to ensure alternative health freedom.

Elisabeth Abergel is a food and biotechnology analyst with a PhD in environmental studies. She is a trained molecular biologist and currently teaches at York University in the department of multidiciplinary studies.

Marilyn Lewis is a teacher who was healthy until she worked in a modular classroom for three years. Her book about SBS is called What's Under the Rug and Behind the Walls.

Jordan S. Rubin is a doctor of naturopathic medicine, certified nutritional consultant, member of the National Academy of Sports Medicine, and certified fitness specialist.

Elizabeth Chapman and Stephen Malthouse practise classical homeopathy together in Victoria, BC.

Dr. Chapman is a graduate from the Southern School of Natural Therapies in Melbourne, Australia. Her research on homeopathy has been published in several health journals.

Dr. Malthouse is a past-president of the Canadian Complementary Medical Association.

Dave Lige has a bachelor's degree in human kinetics from the University of British Columbia. He currently works as a fitness consultant and motivational coach.

After 55 years of farming, Elmer Laird is now retired and is president of the Back to the Farm Research Foundation and manager of the foundation's organic research and demonstration farm in Davidson, SK.

Michelle Biton, MSc (Holistic Nutrition), is a health and nutritional coach who specializes in helping men and women create positive relationships with food and their bodies.

Arthur Firstenberg is editor of the journal No Place to Hide, a publication of the Cellular Phone Taskforce. For information phone 718-434-4499 or write PO Box 100404, Brooklyn, NY 11210.

Stephanie Trenciansky is a naturopathic physician in Langley, BC, who specializes in women's health. She is also certified in acupuncture, chelation and ozone therapy.

Nadine Cyr is a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine. She practises in Toronto, ON.

George Malkmus is the founder and director of Hallelujah Acres.

Laurie Jones has published more than 100 articles on a variety of subjects, including the culinary industry's ongoing movement to healthier eating.

Charlene Day is an author and holistic health consultant in Toronto, ON.

Gray Jones is the Founding Director of Western Canada Wilderness Committee, Alberta.

Dr. Shanti B. Rangwani, one of India's leading general practitioners, has authored more a dozen books, including the bestsellers Forever Young Forever Beautiful and Sparkling All-Day Energy.

Get Involved! Research provided by the Health Action Network Society (HANS), a consumer-based, non-profit, charitable organization in Burnaby, BC. HANS is dedicated to collecting information and monitoring health issues and environmental concerns that impact health.

Johanna Garrick is a raw-vegan of nine years with three home-birthed, home-schooled children. She works with the Ekaya Institute's "Take A Fruit Break" campaign.

Roy Kiss is a certified nutritionist. He lives in Port Alberni, BC.

James Kiss is a freelance writer and advisor who specializes in nutritional supplements.

Dr. Christine Craig is a naturopathic physician practising in Kelowna, BC. As founder of the Longevity Clinic, Dr. Craig has a special interest in nutrition, detoxification and the treatment of hormonal imbalances.

Carolee Bateson-Koch is a doctor of chiropractic and naturopathy with a special interest in the treatment of allergic conditions using natural therapies and nutrition.