Editorial standards
Last updated: November 8, 2026
These are the rules we follow on every article. They are also the rules we'd want you to hold us to.
Sources first
Claims about health are based on published research and trusted sources: peer-reviewed studies, government health agencies such as the NIH and CDC, major medical centers and established health organizations. Every article links to its sources at the end.
We never invent studies, numbers or statistics. If we can't point to a source, we don't make the claim.
Verdicts
When an article checks a specific claim, it ends up in one of three places:
- Fact: the evidence supports the claim.
- Myth: the evidence does not support the claim, or contradicts it.
- It depends: the claim is true for some people or in some situations, or the evidence is mixed.
How sure we are
Not all evidence is equal. A single small study is not the same as a large body of research. We try to say how strong the evidence is, and we say plainly when it's limited.
Respect for readers
We never mock anyone for believing a myth. Most myths spread because they sound reasonable.
Health claims
- We never promise a cure.
- We never tell anyone to stop, start or change a medication. That's between you and your doctor.
- We always note when it's time to see a doctor, and when something needs urgent care.
Bylines, dates and updates
Every article carries a byline and shows the date and time it was published. When new research changes the picture, we update the article instead of publishing a new one, and show the date of the update.
Corrections
To report an error, see our corrections page or write to contact@honesthealthpost.com. A corrected article shows the date it was updated.
Products
An article about a specific product always opens with a disclosure of our commercial relationship and the standard FDA statement for dietary supplements. We publish no testimonials and never claim a product treats, cures or prevents a disease.