Our editorial standards
Our goal is to help you understand wellness topics and make informed choices about your well-being. These standards guide how we develop and review the Wellness Library.
Choosing reliable sources
We look for relevant scientific research and guidance from established health organizations. When assessing a study, we consider who took part, how the research was conducted, what it found, and what it cannot tell us. We also consider who funded the research and whether the researchers have interests that could influence their work.
Explaining what the research means
One study rarely answers a question on its own. We consider findings alongside other research and explain important limits or disagreements. We distinguish well-supported findings from early research and traditional practices with limited scientific evidence. When a study finds that two things occur together, we do not assume that one caused the other.
Identifying authors and reviewers
Published articles identify their author and publication date. If an article has been reviewed by a healthcare professional, we identify that reviewer and their role. We do not describe an article as medically reviewed unless that review has taken place.
How we prepare our articles
We use research and editorial tools to find relevant sources, organize information, and prepare article drafts. Information found through these tools must be checked against the original sources before publication. These tools do not replace professional judgment or care from a qualified healthcare professional.
Reviewing and updating information
We review articles when important new research, corrections to a source, or safety concerns could change the information we share. A last-reviewed date indicates when an actual review took place; we do not change dates simply to make an article appear newer.
Reporting a possible error
If something seems inaccurate or unclear, please contact us. Include the article title and the passage you would like us to check. Please do not send private medical records.
Keeping education freely available
You do not need to buy a product or program to read the Wellness Library. When we mention a related journal or program, it is an optional resource. Essential educational and safety information remains available without a purchase.