HealthGood

Editorial Policy

How we research, write, review, update, and correct everything we publish.

Last updated: 25 June 2026

Content creation workflow

  1. Topic selection. We prioritise topics where readers benefit from a clear, neutral, evidence-based explanation — typically the metrics behind a calculator we offer, or a common reader question.
  2. Research. Writers consult primary sources: peer-reviewed journals, public-health bodies (WHO, NHS, CDC, NICE), and recognised position stands from organisations such as the ISSN, AASM, and ACSM.
  3. Drafting. Drafts follow our house style: plain English, no sensationalism, no diagnostic language, and clear disclosure of limitations.
  4. Editorial review. Every article and calculator passes through a second editor who checks the formula, the sources, and the framing.
  5. Publication. The piece is published with the author, the editorial reviewer, and the date attached.

Sources we rely on

  • World Health Organization (WHO)
  • National Health Service (NHS, United Kingdom)
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC, United States)
  • National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE)
  • American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM)
  • International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN)
  • Peer-reviewed journals indexed in PubMed and similar databases

Update process

We review every guide and calculator at least once per year, and immediately when new public-health guidance is released that affects the content. The "last updated" date on every page reflects the most recent meaningful change.

Author and reviewer attribution

Every published guide carries author attribution and, where applicable, the name or role of the editorial reviewer. Authors disclose any conflicts of interest relevant to the topic.

Corrections

If we publish something inaccurate, we correct it and note the change at the bottom of the page. Significant corrections include a brief note describing what changed and why. To report an issue, use our contact form with topic "Correction request".

Wellness education vs medical advice

Everything on HealthGood is wellness education. We don't diagnose, prescribe, or treat — see our Medical Disclaimer.