Editorial policy

Last updated: 21 July 2026

Our mission is to give women accurate, actionable, evidence-based health information. This policy explains the standards behind everything we publish.

Evidence standards

We prioritise high-quality evidence — systematic reviews, meta-analyses, randomised controlled trials and clinical guidelines. Claims are linked to primary sources, and we distinguish strong evidence from preliminary findings.

Sourcing

We cite peer-reviewed literature and reputable bodies (e.g. NICE, WHO, ACOG, NIH). We avoid relying on press releases, brand-funded studies presented without context, or anecdote.

Editorial review

Health content is reviewed by our senior health and nutrition editor and checked against primary research and current clinical guidelines before publication — see our review policy.

Accuracy and updates

We review content regularly and update it as the evidence changes. Each guide shows its author, reviewer and last-updated date. Spotted an error? Tell us and we'll investigate.

Independence

Editorial decisions are made independently of commercial relationships. Advertisers and affiliate partners never influence our recommendations.