Editorial standards
How we review medical content
Every article on Modern Metabolic moves through a deliberate, clinician-led review. Here's what that looks like.
Our review steps
1. Editorial selection
Topics are chosen by our editors based on reader questions and emerging research. We don't accept paid topic placements.
2. Research and drafting
Every claim is grounded in peer-reviewed research and current guidance from professional societies (ADA, AHA, Endocrine Society, USPSTF). Opinion is labeled clearly and separated from evidence-based recommendations.
3. Clinical review
A board-certified clinician with relevant expertise reviews each article for accuracy and alignment with current standards of care.
4. Safety check
We screen for diagnostic or guarantee-style claims and add disclaimers on sensitive or evolving topics.
5. Publication
Articles publish with the reviewer's name and the date last reviewed. Readers who want to explore the underlying research can contact our editors for source lists.
Conflicts of interest
Writers and reviewers disclose any financial relationships relevant to the topics they cover. Material disclosures appear on the article.
Affiliate links fund our independent reporting. They're clearly labeled and never affect which products we cover or how we rank them. Editorial and commercial decisions are made by separate teams.
We don't accept gifts or paid trips in exchange for coverage, and we don't publish sponsored content disguised as editorial.
Updates
Evergreen articles are re-reviewed by a clinician at least every 18 months, and sooner when new guidelines or safety signals emerge.
When the science shifts, we update the article in place and refresh the review date. If a piece can't be corrected, we retire it.
Spotted an error?
If you find an inaccuracy or outdated information, let our editors know. We review every report and update articles transparently.
This page is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare provider about your individual situation.