Our Research Team
Every review, comparison, and guide on CreatineFinders is produced by an independent team of experts in sports nutrition science, athletic performance, and supplement quality assurance. No brand sponsors our work. No company pays for placement.
Dr. Alex Bennett
Sports Nutrition Researcher
Ph.D. in Exercise Physiology
- —Focus on ergogenic aids and performance nutrition
- —Published research on creatine supplementation protocols
- —Reviews all scientific claims and study citations on the site
Dr. Bennett completed doctoral research investigating creatine loading strategies and their effects on anaerobic performance in trained athletes. With over a decade of experience in sports nutrition research, he ensures every scientific claim on CreatineFinders is grounded in peer-reviewed evidence. His work has been published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition and the European Journal of Applied Physiology.
Michael Carter
Strength & Conditioning Coach
CSCS (NSCA)
- —12+ years coaching collegiate and professional athletes
- —Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist
- —Tests supplement protocols with training populations
Michael has spent over twelve years designing training and supplementation programs for collegiate and professional athletes across multiple sports. His hands-on experience with creatine protocols in real training environments provides practical insight that pure lab research cannot replicate. He evaluates how products perform under actual use conditions, including mixability, dosing convenience, and athlete compliance.
Dana Walker
Supplement Industry Analyst
Background in Food Science & Regulatory Compliance
- —Tracks third-party testing certifications (NSF, Informed Sport)
- —Evaluates ingredient transparency and manufacturing standards
- —Monitors regulatory compliance and label accuracy
Dana brings a rigorous analytical approach rooted in food science and regulatory compliance. She tracks which products hold current third-party certifications, investigates manufacturing practices, and flags any discrepancies between label claims and independent lab results. Her systematic evaluation of brand transparency and supply chain integrity ensures our recommendations meet the highest standards for quality assurance.
Want to learn more about how our team evaluates creatine supplements? Read our full methodology or explore our editorial policy.