Shane "The People's Chemist" Ellison has an MS in organic chemistry and has first hand experience in drug design and synthesis. He is a two-time recipient of the prestigious Howard Hughes Medical Institute Research Grant for his studies in physiology and biochemisty. Today, Shane is an internationally recognized authority on insulin resistance and type II diabetes. His dedication to natural health prompted him to write Health Myths Exposed and The Hidden Truth about Cholesterol Lowering Drugs.He is co-author of 101 Great Ways to Improve Your Health with Dr. Joseph Mercola and Dr. Julian Whitaker. A passionate speaker, Shane has been a guest lecturer at major universities and corporations such as British Petroleum and appeared in the award-winning documentary by Dr. Gary Null entitled Prescription for Disaster.