What Is Our Scientific Advisory Board?
Our Scientific Advisory Board represents our unwavering commitment to quality and transparency, ensuring that everything we share meets the highest standards. Composed of certified experts chosen for their deep expertise and dedication to advancing healthcare, our board plays a vital role in safeguarding your health and well-being.
Trust Through Transparency
When our board reviews research and product information, they bring a wealth of clinical experience and a deep understanding of the broader scientific landscape. Their insights help us present a clear and balanced perspective on the potential benefits of various ingredients, always with your best interests in mind. While the research informs our understanding, it reflects the best available findings and may not directly apply to every specific product or claim.
Our goal is to provide you with accurate, up-to-date information that you can trust, keeping your health and well-being at the forefront of our mission. We are committed to setting a quality standard that the industry should strive for, empowering your health journey with knowledge rooted in the most current and reliable science.
What Our Scientific Board Does
Our Scientific Advisory Board is made up of experts who are passionate about advancing healthcare and the supplement industry. They carefully review our product claims, check the supporting research, suggest revisions when needed, and give final approval to the scientific information on our site. They also continue to provide feedback after publication, helping us keep everything accurate, transparent, and up to date with the latest evidence.
If you want more details, click the button below.
Research Snapshots
Our Scientific Advisory Board brings deep clinical expertise and a broad scientific perspective to every product review, verifying all claims and details with your well-being in mind. Their expert insights are distilled into the Research Snapshots below, giving you transparent, trustworthy summaries rooted in the latest evidence. Importantly, when the board identifies new findings or recommends improvements, we make real changes to our products and information, so you can always trust that what you see reflects the most current science and expert guidance.
Learn About Their Unique Talents
Dr. Lindsey Faucette, DO, FAAFP
Doctor Faucette earned her DO from Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Vallejo, California. She completed her residency in urban family medicine at Beth Israel Medical Center in NYC along with additional training in integrative medicine through a joint program with Andrew Weil’s Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona. Lindsey is certified through the American Board of Family Medicine, American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians, and the American Board of Physician Specialities in Integrative Medicine. From 2013-2019 she served as the Director of Osteopathic Education at the Marian Regional Medical Center Residency in Family Medicine iin Santa Maria, California and continues to serve the osteopathic profession through teaching and committee leadership. Drawing on her osteopathic and integrative medicine training, Lindsey provides primary care with a focus on optimizing wellness and addressing patients' individual concerns.
Lance Dreher, (Doctor Fitness) PhD
Lance Dreher (aka. "Doctor Fitness") is a personal trainer in Scottsdale, AZ. He specializes in weight loss & muscle toning for Baby Boomers. He is a two-time Mr. Universe and former Mr. America, and was inducted into the National Fitness Hall of Fame in 2019. Lance was born in Chicago, Illinois, on June 27, 1955. He has placed in the top 3 of 10 professional body building championships. One of Lance's greatest body building features is his 23.5 inch biceps. After his last competition in 1992, Lance completed his PhD in Nutritional Counselin and is a certified life coach. Lance has nearly 4 decades of experience as a personal trainer. As a Baby Boomer himself, Lance understands the aging body. He specializes in personal training and weight loss for Baby Boomers, especially those with medical conditions.
Ellie Abraham, Ph.D.
Dr. Ellie Abraham holds a Ph.D. in plant biology from The Pennsylvania State University. Her research centered on botanical supplement analytical chemistry, with an emphasis on authentication and the discovery of novel bioactive compounds. She is an active member of prominent regulatory organizations, including AOAC and the American Herbal Product Association (AHPA). During her graduate studies, Dr. Abraham received several accolades, including an AOAC student award for her innovative research and the prestigious F31 predoctoral fellowship, which supported her work in advancing botanical supplement analysis. With expertise in supplement analytical testing methods, safety evaluation, and efficacy assessments, Dr. Abraham brings a rigorous scientific perspective to the Scientific Advisory Board. As a dedicated endurance athlete, she enjoys integrating her knowledge of dietary supplements into her passion for trail running, mountain biking, and thru-hiking to optimize performance and recovery.
Kerry Hughes, M.Sc., RH(AHG), FDN-P
Kerry Hughes is an ethnobotanist, herbalist, and author with a 20-year record of success in natural product development. She is certified as an Ethnobotanist and a Clinical Herbalist by the Berkeley Herbal Center. Kerry holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry, and a Master of Science degree in Agriculture with an emphasis in Ethnobotany and Soil Science from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, California. Kerry has acted as a consultant to the United Nations through the International Trade Centre (ITC) for international development projects involving botanicals. Kerry is a principal in EthnoPharm, specializing in global natural product development and education, innovative product formulation, and nexus-of-market opportunity identification. Kerry’s love of natural products has compelled her to write and speak frequently on a variety of subjects. Additionally, she has authored over a dozen articles in peer-reviewed scientific journals on various natural product topics. In addition to serving on our scientific advisory board, Kerry serves on the Scientific & Medical Advisory Boards for Amare Global, Good Pharma, and Hilma, a Judge for Global Food Forums, and on the Editorial Board for Ethnopharmacology, a peer-reviewed scientific journal. She also is committed to Integrative herbalism and functional nutrition through her role at BetterThanHealthy.
What Is Our Scientific Advisory Board?
Our Scientific Advisory Board represents our unwavering commitment to quality and transparency, ensuring that everything we share meets the highest standards. Composed of certified experts chosen for their deep expertise and dedication to advancing healthcare, our board plays a vital role in safeguarding your health and well-being.
Trust Through Transparency
When our board reviews research and product information, they bring a wealth of clinical experience and a deep understanding of the broader scientific landscape. Their insights help us present a clear and balanced perspective on the potential benefits of various ingredients, always with your best interests in mind. While the research informs our understanding, it reflects the best available findings and may not directly apply to every specific product or claim.
Our goal is to provide you with accurate, up-to-date information that you can trust, keeping your health and well-being at the forefront of our mission. We are committed to setting a quality standard that the industry should strive for, empowering your health journey with knowledge rooted in the most current and reliable science.
What Our Scientific Board Does
Our Scientific Advisory Board is made up of experts who are passionate about advancing healthcare and the supplement industry. They carefully review our product claims, check the supporting research, suggest revisions when needed, and give final approval to the scientific information on our site. They also continue to provide feedback after publication, helping us keep everything accurate, transparent, and up to date with the latest evidence.
If you want more details, click the button below.
Research Snapshots
Our Scientific Advisory Board brings deep clinical expertise and a broad scientific perspective to every product review, verifying all claims and details with your well-being in mind. Their expert insights are distilled into the Research Snapshots below, giving you transparent, trustworthy summaries rooted in the latest evidence. Importantly, when the board identifies new findings or recommends improvements, we make real changes to our products and information, so you can always trust that what you see reflects the most current science and expert guidance.
Learn About Their Unique Talents
Dr. Lindsey Faucette, DO, FAAFP
Doctor Faucette earned her DO from Touro University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Vallejo, California. She completed her residency in urban family medicine at Beth Israel Medical Center in NYC along with additional training in integrative medicine through a joint program with Andrew Weil’s Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona. Lindsey is certified through the American Board of Family Medicine, American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians, and the American Board of Physician Specialities in Integrative Medicine. From 2013-2019 she served as the Director of Osteopathic Education at the Marian Regional Medical Center Residency in Family Medicine iin Santa Maria, California and continues to serve the osteopathic profession through teaching and committee leadership. Drawing on her osteopathic and integrative medicine training, Lindsey provides primary care with a focus on optimizing wellness and addressing patients' individual concerns.
Lance Dreher, (Doctor Fitness) PhD
Lance Dreher (aka. "Doctor Fitness") is a personal trainer in Scottsdale, AZ. He specializes in weight loss & muscle toning for Baby Boomers. He is a two-time Mr. Universe and former Mr. America, and was inducted into the National Fitness Hall of Fame in 2019. Lance was born in Chicago, Illinois, on June 27, 1955. He has placed in the top 3 of 10 professional body building championships. One of Lance's greatest body building features is his 23.5 inch biceps. After his last competition in 1992, Lance completed his PhD in Nutritional Counselin and is a certified life coach. Lance has nearly 4 decades of experience as a personal trainer. As a Baby Boomer himself, Lance understands the aging body. He specializes in personal training and weight loss for Baby Boomers, especially those with medical conditions.
Ellie Abraham, Ph.D.
Dr. Ellie Abraham holds a Ph.D. in plant biology from The Pennsylvania State University. Her research centered on botanical supplement analytical chemistry, with an emphasis on authentication and the discovery of novel bioactive compounds. She is an active member of prominent regulatory organizations, including AOAC and the American Herbal Product Association (AHPA). During her graduate studies, Dr. Abraham received several accolades, including an AOAC student award for her innovative research and the prestigious F31 predoctoral fellowship, which supported her work in advancing botanical supplement analysis. With expertise in supplement analytical testing methods, safety evaluation, and efficacy assessments, Dr. Abraham brings a rigorous scientific perspective to the Scientific Advisory Board. As a dedicated endurance athlete, she enjoys integrating her knowledge of dietary supplements into her passion for trail running, mountain biking, and thru-hiking to optimize performance and recovery.
Kerry Hughes, M.Sc., RH(AHG), FDN-P
Kerry Hughes is an ethnobotanist, herbalist, and author with a 20-year record of success in natural product development. She is certified as an Ethnobotanist and a Clinical Herbalist by the Berkeley Herbal Center. Kerry holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry, and a Master of Science degree in Agriculture with an emphasis in Ethnobotany and Soil Science from California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, California. Kerry has acted as a consultant to the United Nations through the International Trade Centre (ITC) for international development projects involving botanicals. Kerry is a principal in EthnoPharm, specializing in global natural product development and education, innovative product formulation, and nexus-of-market opportunity identification. Kerry’s love of natural products has compelled her to write and speak frequently on a variety of subjects. Her writing includes:
- Botanicals With Benefits: Establish a New Relationship with your garden (2020)
- Understanding Socio-Ecological Systems through Decoloniality: Convergence of Indigenous and Western Knowledge
- The Incense Bible, Taylor & Francis (2007)
- The Health Professionals Guide to Dietary Supplements, Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins (2006)
- Botanical Medicines: The Desk Reference for Major Herbal Supplements, Haworth Press (2002)
Additionally, she has authored over a dozen articles in peer-reviewed scientific journals on various natural product topics. In addition to serving on our scientific advisory board, Kerry serves on the Scientific & Medical Advisory Boards for Amare Global, Good Pharma, and Hilma, a Judge for Global Food Forums, and on the Editorial Board for Ethnopharmacology, a peer-reviewed scientific journal. She also is committed to Integrative herbalism and functional nutrition through her role at BetterThanHealthy.