L-Nutra Health is a powerful nutri-technology

Joseph Antoun, MD, PhD passion is to enhance human longevity by nurturing a true healthcare system alongside the current sick care system.

Dr. Antoun is the CEO and Chairman of the Board of L-Nutra, a unique Nutri-tech company leading the Food as Medicine movement by applying cutting edge Science to Nutrition research first to uncover what humans should eat to live healthier longer and second to help patients achieve better health outcomes. Dr. Antoun served as the Chairman of the Board at the Global Health span Policy Institute (GHPI) and as a member of Forbes Business Development Council.

Before taking on these roles, Dr. Antoun was the CEO of Health Systems Reform, a boutique consultancy aimed at elevating public health through reforming health systems, strengthening healthcare management and improving healthcare delivery; the Co-Director of the Center for Health Policy at the University of Chicago; an adjunct Professor of Health Policy at the Buck Institute for Research on Aging; and a fellow at the Department of Social Policy at the London School of Economics and Political Science. Dr. Antoun founded and served as the Co-Editor in Chief of the Journal of Health Systems and Reform.

Dr. Antoun has dedicated his professional experience to reforming health systems towards preventive care, to create a market for healthy aging by launching the first aging and longevity product called ProLon, and to bringing back fasting as a longevity practice to humanity. In 2016, Dr. Antoun launched the Fasting Market, which by 2018, became the #1 nutrition regimen in the US, and continues to grow in popularity. In 2018, the Fasting Mimicking Diet was granted a patent on 'promoting longevity and health span’.

Dr. Antoun completed his Health Policy studies at Harvard University, Public Health at Johns Hopkins University, Medicine and Biological Sciences at Saint Joseph University, and his PhD studies in Mediterranean & Middle Eastern Studies at King's College. He is married to the loveliest Carine, has three amazing boys and stays healthy by practicing time restricted eating, periodic fasting and walking daily while on his phone.

Dr. William Hsu, a distinguished endocrinologist with a 20-year tenure at Harvard’s Joslin Diabetes Center, brings his wealth of expertise to L-Nutra as Chief Medical Officer since 2019. Leading the clinical development endeavors, Dr. Hsu oversees the Medical and Scientific Affairs team and established the L-Nutra Health program dedicated to diabetes remission and regression. Prior to joining L-Nutra, Dr. Hsu served as Vice President at Harvard’s Joslin Diabetes Center, where he pioneered global healthcare advisory initiatives across 12 countries. His contributions extended to national-level professional committees, including his involvement in setting national Standards of Medical Care in Diabetes at the American Diabetes Association. Dr. Hsu's research interests have spanned the pathophysiology of diabetes and the utilization of telehealth technology in managing chronic conditions. Dr. Hsu earned his medical degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, followed by residency training in internal medicine at Yale School of Medicine. He furthered his specialization in Endocrinology and Metabolism through a fellowship training at Harvard Medical School. Additionally, he served as an Assistant Professor of Medicine at Harvard Medical School, furthering his commitment to medical education and research excellence.

Andrea Ghirardi is the President of L-Nutra Europe and CEO of LNI a spin-off of L-Nutra INC a unique Nutri-tech company leading the Food as Medicine movement by applying cutting edge Science to Nutrition research first to uncover what humans should eat to live healthier longer and second to help patients achieve better health outcomes. Active as startupper, mainly as shareholder & mentor for different young realities in healthcare and sustainability (as Bike-room.com, CareerMeetings) he is currently Board Member of IMO S.p.a. and Contributor @University of Milan, Pharmaceutical science department. Dr. Ghirardi had over 15 years of experience in Healthcare & Biotech around Europe and United States, is passionate about innovation & technology, and focuses on sustainability & healthspan. Before taking on these roles, he was the Managing Director of IMO Spa a Biopharma Biotech company focused on the development, production, and distribution of innovative healthcare products and therapeutic solutions; the General Manager of Amoena, the world’s leading company in breast care and the Head of Sales of GUNA, a company in innovative integrative medicine through scientific research programs. Andrea Ghirardi completed his studies (Economics & Political science) at the University Sacro Cuore of Milan and he achieved an MBA at the University of Turin, Italy.

Trent Orr is a seasoned professional with over 20 years of expertise in healthcare sales, leadership, and thought leadership. He is joining us as the Senior Vice President of Sales and Growth Leader, having excelled in the employee benefits space, showcasing a track record of success in selling to employers, government entities, TPAs, and health plans. Trent brings a wealth of experience and a proven strategic approach to drive impactful results in the dynamic field of healthcare! Beyond his professional pursuits, Trent is a family man, sharing his life with his wife Jennifer and their three children: Holden (11), Andersen (10), and Laila (19) and dogs, Remi and Knox. A passionate golfer with a competitive edge, Trent finds joy on the golf course, showcasing the same determination and focus that characterizes his professional endeavors. This commitment to both family and personal interests reflects Trent’s well-rounded approach to life. Trent and his family relocated from the Northeast (Milford, CT) in 2022 and now call St. Johns, Florida, home.

Michael Lawsky serves as President of L-Nutra Corporate and as Chief Corporate Development & Strategy Officer. L-Nutra, is a unique Nutri-tech company leading the Longevity Nutrition & Food as Medicine movement by applying cutting edge Science to Nutrition research first to uncover what humans should eat to live healthier longer and second to help patients achieve better health outcomes.

Michael brings deep experience in the US, Europe and Asia across business strategy, distribution, product innovation, finance, and organizational leadership.

Before joining L-Nutra Michael was the Co-Founder & Managing Member of GLI Hospitality a closely held investment firm. Michael also invested in and was an Advisor to several startups and large corporations in HealthTech, FinTech and Financial Services. Michael also advises and supports the nonprofit sector focusing on Healthcare & Children’s’ Services.

Prior to taking on these roles Michael was a Managing Director at UBS, Barclays and Lehman Brothers Investment Banks in senior leadership positions across a number of global business verticals.

Michael completed his Masters at Cornell’s Brooks School of Public Policy and received his BA at Cornell’s College of Arts & Science.

Samuel Huang leads the L-Nutra APAC region including. China, Japan, Australia, and ASEAN countries. He oversees APAC business development and business operation.

Samuel is a passionate, entrepreneurial business leader and brand builder with more than 20 years record of achievement and demonstrated successful turnaround business in SK-II P&G, new business creation with Yili Group, driving billion-dollar business growth in Pernod Ricard, and consistently delivered business commitment/results. Before joining L-Nutra, Samuel served as CEO/GM for GNC China, where he was instrumental in growing revenue by more than 30 percent.

Samuel Huang holds a doctorate degree in business administration from Grenoble Ecole de Management (France) an MBA from National Chengchi University and a bachelor's degree in Chemistry from National Taiwan University.

Dr. Wei provides scientific and technical guidance and oversight in clinical research and development.  Prior to joining L-Nutra, Dr. Wei was an associate research professor at the University of Southern California with over 20 years of experience in basic and transitional research. His research centered around the genetic regulation of aging and characterization of mechanisms that underlie nutrient sensing and cellular protection in the body. He is passionate about translating cutting edge biogerontological research into clinical applications that can combat age-related diseases. Dr. Wei holds a doctorate degree in Molecular Biology from the University of Southern California, as well as a master’s degree in Genetics and a bachelor’s degree in Microbiology from Fudan University in China.

Ashley Bizzell, RD, LDN, CDCES is an outcomes-driven health professional, registered dietitian, and certified diabetes care and education specialist with over 15 years of experience in clinical nutrition and chronic disease management. She currently serves as the Director of Clinical Nutrition & Global Training at L-Nutra Health, the medical division of L-Nutra Inc. In her role, Ashley leads a team of clinical dietitians in delivering evidence-based nutrition coaching, develops curriculum for clinical programs, and spearheads global training initiatives for internal teams and external partners. She works closely with the Chief Medical Officer to drive the organization’s mission of advancing type 2 diabetes remission through innovative nutritional interventions and lifestyle medicine. Ashley’s expertise encompasses a wide range of areas, including nutrition counseling for weight management, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, critical care, and renal disease. After a decade in hospital-based clinical practice, she shifted her focus to preventive care, leveraging lifestyle innovation and telehealth to combat chronic diseases. Since joining L-Nutra Health, Ashley has witnessed firsthand the transformative impact of combining cutting-edge nutri-technology with personalized lifestyle interventions to improve metabolic health outcomes. Ashley earned a Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Human Nutrition from Clemson University and completed her dietetic internship at Winthrop University.