Editorial and Evidence Policy

Purpose of this website

This website provides general educational information about naturopathic care, laboratory testing, nutrition, lifestyle measures and selected treatments. It does not provide a diagnosis, create a practitioner-patient relationship or replace individualized medical advice.

How evidence is considered

We give greatest weight to current clinical guidelines, systematic reviews, randomized controlled trials, regulatory information and well-designed human studies. Observational, preclinical and mechanistic research may be discussed when it helps explain an emerging topic, but it should not be presented as proof of a clinical outcome.

The quality and relevance of evidence can differ by treatment, condition, dose, formulation and patient population. Where evidence is limited or mixed, the wording should make that uncertainty clear.

Treatment information

Treatment pages describe options that may be considered after an appropriate assessment. They are not promises of benefit and should not be read as recommendations for every person with a listed condition. Expected benefits, limitations, alternatives, contraindications and potential adverse effects are considered as part of individual care.

Articles, dates and sources

Health articles identify their author and publication date. When an article is materially revised, an updated date is shown. References are included where they help readers evaluate important clinical, scientific or regulatory statements.

Corrections and updates

Health evidence and regulation change over time. Content may be revised when stronger evidence, updated guidance or a material correction becomes available. If you believe a page contains an error, please use the contact form for a general correction request and include the page title or URL. Do not include personal health information.