alive Contributors

Ashley Rodriguez is a cookbook author, food photographer, instructor, and creator of the award-winning blog Not Without Salt. She lives in Seattle, Washington, with her husband and three children.

bailey pitt is a Cree-Metis-Ukrainian writer, artist, and activist whose work focuses on Indigeneity, history, and social criticism. Follow them on Twitter @pittifully

Lenore Newman is a food expert, author of (ECW Press, 2019), and Canada Research Chair in Food Security and Environment at the University of the Fraser Valley.

Krista Halton has worked in the health industry for more than 12 years. Her wealth of knowledge and passion for the industry are what drive her to educate Canadians on natural alternatives for healing.

Jesse Vernon Trail is an author, curriculum developer, and instructor on horticulture, environment, sustainability, natural history, herbs, and nutrition topics.

Amy Wood is a freelance writer and former editor at alive magazine.

Robyn Prescott, ND, is a naturopathic physician who focuses on women’s health, hormone balancing, thyroid conditions, and pain management. She practises in beautiful North Vancouver, BC.

Michelle Cook is a freelance journalist living in Vancouver, BC.

Dr. Lisa Watson is a naturopathic doctor in Toronto. She shares her knowledge on women’s hormones and complex hormone imbalances at her website, drlisawatson.com.

Jenn Farrell is a Vancouver writer and personal trainer.

Natalie Compton is a freelance journalist based in Los Angeles, although the California native spends most of her time on the road hunting down stories abroad. Find out what she’s covering next on social media.

Laura Sugden is a seasoned lifestyle writer, an avid foodie, and outdoor enthusiast.

Sarah Ban is a freelance digital journalist, copywriter and editor and the owner of Sarah Ban & Co., an editorial agency for beauty, health and wellness brands.