Amita Nathwani is a respected Ayurvedic practitioner, acclaimed teacher, author, and valued faculty member at the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine. Specializing in a psycho-spiritual approach, she advocates for the multifaceted role of Ayurveda in healing, acknowledging the complexities of life's circumstances. Amita's educational journey began at the Maharishi School of Ayurveda and Sanskrit Studies in Bangalore, India, and continued at the Maharishi International University in Fairfield, IA. She obtained her master's degree in Ayurveda in 2003, symbolizing her commitment to bridging traditional Ayurvedic practices with modern clinical applications. Her driving passion is to incorporate Lifestyle Medicine into medical school curriculums globally. In doing so, she seeks to educate healthcare providers and empower individuals with a holistic and comprehensive approach to health and healing. Amita's work strives to create a seamless blend of age-old wisdom and contemporary science, fostering a deeper understanding of the human body and spirit.
Lindsay D. Mattison is a culinary writer and developmental editor with a passion for food sustainability. After graduating from Cascade Culinary School, Lindsay worked as the executive chef of a farm-to-table restaurant in Bend, Oregon. She still cooks professionally for pop-up events, although she spends most of her time writing, developing recipes, and editing. Drawing on her professional chef background, Lindsay masterfully blends flavors from various cultures to create delicious dishes. Her expertise lies in guiding cooks and food enthusiasts to embrace seasonal ingredients and craft meals that celebrate their region’s unique offerings. As an editor, Lindsay specializes in helping people shape projects into polished works, bringing out the best in every writer so their voice shines brightly on the page.