meet our experts
We have partnered with scientific advisors and expert formulators who are industry leaders with decades of experience developing innovative products in the health and wellness space.
They are involved every step of the way, from researching and sustainably sourcing our ingredients, to developing and manufacturing plant-based products that are effective, safe and convenient.
simon hill
Simon Hill is a qualified health professional who is passionate about making nutritional information simple and accessible so people can make informed decisions about the food they consume and provide for their family and friends.
Having completed a Bachelor of Physiotherapy with Honours and a Masters in Nutrition Science, Simon is a bestselling author of The Proof is in the Plants (Penguin 2021). With an eagerness to continually learn and absorb an abundance of science and research to then educate the community of the many facets of plant-based health is truly a strong passion of his.
dr julie chen
CHIEF FORMULATOR
Dr. Julie Chen is a Doctor of Naturopathic Medicine licensed to practice natural medicine from Canada. She graduated from an Honours Biology Degree in Canada and completed 4 years of medical degree in naturopathic medicine. She has been in clinical practice treating patients using natural solutions and an innovator developing nutritional supplement and health products for 20 years.
Naturopathic medicine is a distinct primary health care system that blends modern scientific knowledge with traditional and natural forms of medicine. It is based on the healing power of nature, and it supports and stimulates the body’s ability to heal itself. Naturopathic medicine is the art and science of disease diagnosis, treatment and prevention using natural therapies including: botanical medicine, clinical nutrition, hydrotherapy, homeopathic medicine, traditional Chinese medicine/acupuncture, naturopathic manipulations, lifestyle counselling and health promotion and disease prevention.
As part of her education, Julie is trained in medical sciences including physiology, anatomy and pathology so that she can form proper diagnoses and treats patients using the modalities of naturopathic medicine. She has extensive experience conducting primary laboratory research as well as initiating and designing clinical trials. In Canada, Dr. Chen has worked for several of Canada’s largest companies and have launched dozens of highly successful, innovative and award-winning products to help consumers in many areas of health including joint health, anti-aging and skin health as well as effective and natural weight loss and detox products. She has lectured extensively in Canada, US, Australia, China and New Zealand and has presented at several conferences.
Dr. Julie Chen has recently moved to Australia to join the Melrose and Nu-Lax teams to head up Quality Assurance and Science & Innovation and to help share the science and formulate effective products for consumers. She works now as Chief Formulator at Access Corporate to develop effective and accessible products for the international market.
drew harrisberg
BRAND AMBASSADOR
Drew Harrisberg is a qualified Exercise Physiologist, Sports Scientist, and Diabetes Educator who is passionate about health and wellness. Drew's own journey towards wellness began when he was diagnosed with diabetes at the age of 22. This diagnosis was a game-changer for him, and he decided to turn his life around by adopting a healthier lifestyle, improving his diet, and maintaining a positive mindset.