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For 10 years Dr. Ross ran a successful Naturopathic consulting practice in Texas where she served as overall health coach to her patients. Dr. Ross has been with Country Life for over 13 years and is their Senior National Educator providing product training for retailers and consumers. She joined the team with an extensive 30-year background in the Natural Products Field. She possesses a PhD in Naturopathy and is a Master Herbalist. She has conducted national and international seminars on general nutrition, weight loss, managing chronic health challenges (including diabetes and hyperlipidemia), stress reduction, label reading, and proper supplementation. Dr. Ross has also worked closely with medical doctors in the Dallas/Fort Worth area providing nutritional consultations for some of their more challenging patients - the majority of whom suffered from diabetes or hyperlipidemia. Dr. Ross has taught multiple Continuing Medical Education credit courses for Medical and Dental Assistants in Texas and Illinois and has a passion for education, especially in the natural industry. Additionally, Dr. Ross has co-authored a book on female hormone management (published in 2000) and is a frequent guest speaker on numerous radio shows throughout the United States. Her passion for education and her extensive knowledge have helped her bridge the historical divide between allopathic and naturopathic medical practices.