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What “medically reviewed” means here

A “Medically reviewed by” line on an article means a qualified professional with relevant expertise has read it and checked that the health-related claims are accurate, fairly stated, and consistent with current evidence. The reviewer’s name, credentials, and the review date appear on the article.

Where you’ll see it

A reviewed article shows the reviewer’s name, credentials, and the review date in its byline, linked to the reviewer’s profile. Every article, reviewed or not, is held to the same sourcing standards.

Author and reviewer are different people

The person who writes an article and the person who reviews it are always separate. Review is a genuine second set of qualified eyes, not a rubber stamp.

Reviewer independence

Reviewers check content against the evidence, not against our commercial interests. A reviewer can require changes or decline to approve a piece. Review is about accuracy and safety, never about promoting a product.

Still not a substitute for your clinician

Even reviewed content is general information, not personal medical advice. For anything specific to you, talk to a professional who knows your history.