“Univera
products produce benefits you can see and feel. We do not ask that you try our
products on blind faith. We simply ask for the opportunity to prove to you that
life and health can be improved—to a degree that will surprise and delight you.”
Stephen Cherniske bridges the relationship between Univera and its sister company, Unigen in consistently maintaining scientific method and integrity in existing and new endeavors to bring the latest and best natural products to market. He serves as a vital source of valid scientific information for Univera Associates and Customers and continues to work with health care professionals to determine how Univera can meet the heath care needs of patients.
A nutritional biochemist and a health educator, Stephen is the best-selling author of several books on aging and health, including The Metabolic Plan, Caffeine Blues and The DHEA Breakthrough that have collectively sold more than one million copies. Stephen consulted for athletes and members of the U.S. Olympic Team, served on the faculty of the American College of Sports Medicine, taught clinical nutrition at the UCLA Department of Continuing Education in Health Science, and directed the nation's first federally-licensed clinical laboratory specializing in nutrition and immunology.
Before joining Univera, Stephen lectured for Chapman University for nine years, receiving the highest student evaluations in his department. He developed the Anatomy Academy Learning SystemTM, a multimedia course in anatomy and physiology, and wrote a nationally syndicated column on nutrition. He has appeared in numerous magazines including Time, U.S. News and World Report, Oprah, and Self.
Stephen holds a bachelor's degree in Philosophy and Biology from the University of New York in Albany, N.Y. and a master's of science degree from Columbia Pacific University in nutritional science. He is a member of the New York Academy of Sciences and the American Medical Writers Association.
Stephen is married with four children and enjoys a variety of activities including yoga, cycling and sailing. Most importantly, he lives the lifestyle that he promotes. "Information is never sufficient for change. In order to have a positive impact on others, you must provide a credible and sincere example."