HealthClues is committed to providing accurate, balanced, and evidence-based health information. This page describes our editorial standards and review process.
Our Editorial Mission
Our mission is to be the most trusted source of accessible, evidence-based health information on the internet. We achieve this through rigorous editorial standards, medical review, and transparent practices.
Content Standards
Evidence-Based
All health claims on HealthClues must be supported by credible scientific evidence. We primarily cite peer-reviewed research published in reputable journals. We clearly distinguish between established science and emerging research. We do not publish health claims based solely on anecdotal evidence, celebrity endorsements, or manufacturer claims.
Accurate and Current
We regularly review and update our content to reflect the latest scientific research and medical guidelines. All articles display a "last updated" date. When scientific consensus changes, we update content promptly.
Balanced and Objective
We present multiple perspectives on contested health topics and acknowledge areas of scientific uncertainty. We do not favor any particular diet, treatment approach, or health philosophy without scientific justification.
Medical Review Process
All health content on HealthClues goes through a structured review process:
- Research and Writing: Content is written by qualified health writers and journalists with subject matter expertise
- Internal Editorial Review: Senior editors review for accuracy, balance, and quality
- Medical Review: Relevant articles are reviewed by qualified healthcare professionals (MDs, RDs, etc.)
- Fact Checking: All cited statistics and research claims are verified against source materials
- Publication: Reviewed content is published with author and reviewer credentials noted
- Ongoing Updates: Content is periodically re-reviewed and updated as science evolves
Sources We Use
We prioritize evidence from: systematic reviews and meta-analyses, randomized controlled trials (RCTs), cohort and observational studies, official health organization guidelines (WHO, NIH, CDC, NHS), peer-reviewed journals (NEJM, JAMA, The Lancet, BMJ, etc.), and authoritative medical textbooks.
We avoid: non-peer-reviewed claims, single-study findings presented as definitive, commercial health claims, and anecdotal evidence presented as medical advice.
Independence from Advertising
Advertising revenue is essential to keeping HealthClues free. However, our editorial content is completely independent from our advertising operations. Advertisers have no influence over our content, rankings, or recommendations. We do not write favorable content in exchange for advertising.
Corrections Policy
When errors are identified, we correct them promptly and transparently. Significant corrections are noted on the affected article. To report an error or inaccuracy, please use our Contact page.