Dawn Combs, M.A., Certified Herbalist, is an Ethnobotanist and functional foods expert. She is the best-selling author of the books Sweet Remedies, Heal Local and Conceiving Healthy Babies. As a national speaker, educator, wellness coach and contributor for national magazines, she is known for her expertise in honey and plant-based sugars as a medium for medicine-making and for reconnecting people with their innate wisdom to be well using local food medicine. Dawn is the owner of the internationally renowned Soda Pharm, a United Plant Savers (UpS) botanical sanctuary and teaching facility. Dawn and her family model how to grow personal health with a strong community focus, practical solutions, Creator rather than man-made foods and remedies - without shame or judgement - through her “Proactive Health Club” online membership forum.