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Terry Vanderheyden, ND has been practising since 1994. He also works as a consultant to the natural health products industry.

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Heidi Fritz, MA, ND, is a research fellow and practices at the Bolton Naturopathic Clinic and the Springdale Medical Centre in Brampton, Ontario.

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Lisa Petty, PhD, is a health advocate, writer, and educator who aspires to be the healthiest possible version of her human self.

Matthew Kadey, MSc, RD, is a dietitian, nutrition writer, and recipe developer. He is also the author of Rocket Fuel (VeloPress, 2016) and Muffin Tin Chef (Ulysses Press, 2012).

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Deah Baird, ND, received her doctorate in naturopathic medicine from Bastyr University in Seattle, Washington. She has a private practice in Portland, Oregon, offering natural medicine and psychotherapy for mental health conditions.

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Graham Butler, BSc, CNPA, RH, writes on numerous natural health topics based on his experiences as a consultant, retailer, educator, and lobbyist.

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