Kay Russell

Kay Russell

Kay Russell is the lead product researcher and supplement strategist for VitaminProGuide.com. A graduate of Indiana University, Kay has spent over a decade deconstructing nutritional labels and investigating the physiological impacts of natural compounds on metabolic health.

Kay’s approach is rooted in evidence-based wellness, focusing on separating clinical research from marketing hype. Whether she is testing the absorption rates of liquid tinctures or analyzing the purity of plant-based superfoods, her mission is to provide readers with first-hand experience and laboratory-backed insights.

When she isn’t deep-diving into NIH clinical trials, Kay can be found hiking the trails of the Midwest or experimenting with nutrient-dense, plant-based recipes in her kitchen.

How to Stop a Cold Sore in Its Tracks Naturally

A close-up of a person applying antiviral cream to a tingling lip with a clock in the background, illustrating the importance of timing to stop a cold sore in its tracks.

  In Brief Safety: Most topical treatments are very safe but prescription oral antivirals require medical oversight. Effectiveness: Extremely high effectiveness if treatment begins during the initial tingling stage before a blister forms. Key Benefit: Intervening early can significantly shorten…

7 NAD+ Benefits That Change How You Age

Scientific illustration showing NR and NMN molecules entering a human cell to fuel glowing mitochondria, alongside an active senior man jogging to symbolize healthy aging and cellular energy showing NAD+ Benefits.

  In Brief Safety: Considered safe for most adults with minimal side effects Effectiveness: Highly effective for restoring cellular fuel levels Key Benefit: Supports mitochondrial function and systemic energy You stare at the ceiling in the morning and will your…