What Is Our Scientific Advisory Board?
Composed of experts chosen for their knowledge and dedication to advancing healthcare and the supplement industry, our board play a vital role in ensureing our products and claims are backed by sound science. Our Scientific Advisory Board represents our commitment to quality and transparency, ensuring that everything we share meets the highest standards.
What Do They Do?
Our Review and Approval Process
Review Product Claims
Our Scientific Advisory Board reviews all proposed benefit claims for accuracy and scientific support. Their expertise ensures that our statements are in line with the published research, so you can trust the information provided about our supplements. This all occurs on our custom designed product information database, which can be seen in the image below.
Review Cited Research
Our board thoroughly examines the cited research behind each product, vetting published studies, clinical trials, and in-house data. Only findings from credible, peer-reviewed sources are considered, ensuring our products are backed by real science, not hype.
Suggest Changes To Claims
If any claim overreaches or doesn’t align with the science, the board suggests edits, alternate language, or updated citations. Their hands-on involvement means our claims stay honest and factual, and reflect the latest evidence, not generic industry assumptions or anecdotal data.
Approve Final Conclusion
Following this review, our board gives the final approval on each product page’s benefits and scientific summaries. This stamp of approval signals that everything you read has passed the scrutiny of a team of experts.
Provide Ongoing Support
Provide continuous feedback, refining our process and aligning us with the latest scientific developments.
Learn About Their Unique Talents
Dr. Lindsey Faucette, DO, FAAFP
Dr. Lindsey practiced massage therapy and yoga therapy for 7 years. She then went on to earn 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.Dr. 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 in Santa Maria, California and continues to serve the osteopathic profession through teaching and committee leadership.Drawing on her osteopathic and integrative medicine training, Dr. Lindsey provides primary care with a focus on optimizing wellness and addressing your individual concerns. She treats patients with a compassionate and open-minded attitude and is particularly interested in managing a broad range of women’s health and pediatric concerns.
Lance Dreher, (Doctor Fitness) PhD
Lance Dreher (aka. "Doctor Fitness") is a personal trainer in Scottsdale, AZ, specializing in weight loss & muscle toning for Baby Boomers. He is a two-time Mr. Universe and former Mr. America. Dreher was born in Chicago, Illinois, on June 27, 1955. Dreher 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 Counseling, is a certified life coach and National Fitness Hall of Fame Inductee 2019. 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, PhD
Dr. Ellie Abraham holds a Ph.D. in plant biology from The Pennsylvania State University where 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, MSc., RH(AHG), FDN-P
Kerry Hughes is an ethnobotanist, herbalist, and author with a 20-year record of success in natural product development. Kerry is principal for EthnoPharm, specializing in global natural product development and education, innovative product formulation, and nexus-of-market opportunity identification. Hughes is driven by a "tenacious fascination with the potential health-enhancing role plants can play.” 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. Kerry also is committed to Integrative herbalism and functional nutrition through her role at BetterThanHealthy. She has acted as a consultant to the United Nations through the International Trade Centre (ITC) for international development projects involving botanicals and authored organic reports for the Market News Service (MNS). Kerry’s love of natural products has compelled her to write and speak frequently on a variety of subjects.
Her writing includes the recently published Botanicals With Benefits: Establish a New Relationship with your garden (2020), as well as these in-depth textbooks: Understanding Socio-Ecological Systems through Decoloniality: Convergence of Indigenous and Western Knowledge (in press); The Incense Bible, Taylor & Francis (2007), one of the first scientific reviews & examinations of incense, The Health Professionals Guide to Dietary Supplements, Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins (2006), a peer-reviewed guide to herbs and nutritional supplements, and Botanical Medicines: The Desk Reference for Major Herbal Supplements, Haworth Press (2002) an in-depth text-book on the medical aspects of many of our top supplements. Additionally, she has authored over a dozen articles in peer-reviewed scientific journals on various natural product topics. Kerry is an Ethnobotanist and a certified 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.
Research Snapshots
Our Scientific Advisory Board brings both clinical expertise, academic experience, and a broad scientific perspective to every product review; verifying all claims and details with scientific validity in mind. This ensures that your well-being is put at the forefront. Their expert insights are compiled into the various product Research Snapshots, giving you transparent & trustworthy summaries that are rooted in the latest evidence. Importantly, when the board identifies new findings or recommends improvements, we make real changes to our products and information. This is not a rubber stamp or appeal to authority marketing exercise. Our board's feedback results in real changes to our products and marketing, so you can always trust that what you see reflects the current science.
Why Does This Matter?
At Nootropics Depot, we believe that trust and transparency are just as important as product innovation. Our Scientific Advisory Board exists to hold every health claim, benefit, and product description to the highest standard. It also forces us to look at our products from a more data-driven scientific approach, which holds us accountable for our claims.
Accurate, Honest Claims: You get clear information based on real research, not exaggerated promises.
Evidence-Based Formulations: Every approved statement and dosage recommendation is supported by published studies and expert analysis.
Safety and Effectiveness: Our team helps ensure products are not only effective, but also backed by data on tolerability and appropriate use.
Ongoing Improvements: If new research comes out or a claim needs revision, we update our information; helping you make informed decisions every step of the way.
Essentially, our scientific review process means you can shop with confidence, knowing that every benefit listed on our site has been thoroughly scrutinized for your health and safety.
Trust Through Transparency
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.
What Do They Do?
Our Review and Approval Process
Review Product Claims
Our Scientific Advisory Board reviews all proposed benefit claims for accuracy and scientific support. Their expertise ensures every statement meets the highest standards for transparency and reliability, so you can trust the information provided about our supplements.
Review Cited Research
Our board thoroughly examines the cited research behind each product—vetting published studies, clinical trials, and in-house data. Only findings from credible, peer-reviewed sources are considered, ensuring our products are backed by real science, not hype.
Suggest Changes To Claims
If any claim overreaches or doesn’t align precisely with the science, the board suggests edits or alternate language. Their hands-on involvement means our claims stay honest and compliant, and reflect the latest evidence—not generic industry assumptions.
Approve Final Conclusion
Following a rigorous review, our board gives the final approval on each product page’s benefits and scientific summaries. This stamp of approval signals that everything you read has passed an expert-level quality and accuracy check.
Provide Ongoing Support
Provide continuous feedback refining our process and aligning us with the latest scientific developments.
Learn About Their Unique Talents
Dr. Lindsey Faucette, DO, FAAFP
Dr. Lindsey practiced massage therapy and yoga therapy for 7 years.
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.Dr. 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 in Santa Maria, California and continues to serve the osteopathic profession through teaching and committee leadership.Drawing on her osteopathic and integrative medicine training, Dr. Lindsey provides primary care with a focus on optimizing wellness and addressing your individual concerns. She treats patients with a compassionate and open-minded attitude and is particularly interested in managing a broad range of women’s health and pediatric 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. Dreher was born in Chicago, Illinois, on June 27, 1955. Dreher 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 Counseling, is a certified life coach and National Fitness Hall of Fame Inductee 2019. 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.
Her writing includes the recently published Botanicals With Benefits: Establish a New Relationship with your garden (2020), as well as these in-depth textbooks: Understanding Socio-Ecological Systems through Decoloniality: Convergence of Indigenous and Western Knowledge (in press); The Incense Bible, Taylor & Francis (2007), one of the first scientific reviews & examinations of incense, The Health Professionals Guide to Dietary Supplements, Lippincott, Williams & Wilkins (2006), a peer-reviewed guide to herbs and nutritional supplements, and Botanical Medicines: The Desk Reference for Major Herbal Supplements, Haworth Press (2002) an in-depth text-book on the medical aspects of many of our top supplements. Additionally, she has authored over a dozen articles in peer-reviewed scientific journals on various natural product topics. Kerry is an Ethnobotanist and a certified 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.
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.
Why Does This Matter?
At Nootropics Depot, we believe that trust and transparency are just as important as product innovation. Our Scientific Advisory Board exists to hold every health claim, benefit, and product description to the highest standard—so you don’t have to sift through marketing hype or questionable science.
Accurate, Honest Claims: You get clear information based on real research, not exaggerated promises.
Evidence-Based Formulations: Every approved statement and dosage recommendation is supported by published studies and expert analysis.
Safety and Effectiveness: Our team helps ensure products are not only effective, but also backed by data on tolerability and appropriate use.
Ongoing Improvements: If new research comes out or a claim needs revision, we update our information—helping you make informed decisions every step of the way.
In short, our scientific review process means you can shop with confidence—knowing that every benefit listed on our site has been thoroughly scrutinized for your health and safety.
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.