Cheryl Luptowski is the public information officer for NSF International, an independent public health and safety organization that certifies products and writes standards for consumer products, toys, drinking water, dietary supplement safety and sustainability. She handles more than 10,000 consumer inquiries annually on a wide range of consumer health and safety-related issues. She has been interviewed as a home expert in national print, online and radio and has authored many articles and fact sheets with tips for healthier living. The face behind “Ask NSF,” she also chairs NSF's Consumer Advisory Panel. Luptowski began working for NSF in 1999 after spending several years in both the public and private sectors. She holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Cleary University in Ann Arbor and has completed several graduate courses in food science through Michigan State University.