Our Editorial Process

There’s no one-size-fits-all model for healthy living. Let us help you

find a way to eat well and stay active that works best for you,
wherever you are on your journey.
The small, everyday choices you make about your diet, fitness, and
overall well-being have the power to transform your life. But that
doesn’t mean they’re always easy to sustain. We understand you’re an
individual with specific goals and we’re here to support you with trusted
information and tools to help you feel your best.
Online searches for nutrition or exercise topics can be overwhelming and
result in a black hole of bogus fads and false claims. You need
easy-to-understand and credible advice that cuts through the
clutter—advice that’s written by experts who know what they’re talking
about and who genuinely care. Every year, we help 120 million people
who come to Verywell Fit seeking answers to their health questions.

It’s our duty and responsibility to make sure you’re getting

science-backed facts with clear, actionable steps suited to your needs.
We work hard to break down complex health terms, reflect the latest
research, and present the most accurate information in a way that
motivates you to take an active role in your diet and fitness. We’re here
to cheer you on, not scare you off.

Our mission is simple—empower you to reach your diet and fitness

goals.

Subject-Matter Expert Writers

Our writers are notable voices in their respective disciplines, from
registered dietitians to certified personal trainers to physicians. These
leading experts are specifically selected for their extensive knowledge
and real-world experience, as well as their ability to communicate
complex information in a clear, helpful, and unbiased way.

Diverse Voices

We have a renewed commitment to help all people navigate their health

and well-being—regardless of race, gender identity, sexual orientation,
age, religion, culture, geography, body type, ability, or experience. We
are invested in working with BIPOC health writers, Review Board
members, expert sources, illustrators, photographers, and more to
create, edit, and enhance our content—not just on isolated topics of
race, but across our brands’ coverage. Read Verywell’s Diversity and
Inclusion Pledge to learn more about our promise of diversity, inclusion,
and equity.

Editorial Team
Our highly-skilled editorial team manages all of the content you read.
Each individual article has several people behind it working to make sure
it’s responsible, accurate, understandable, helpful, trustworthy,
comprehensive, up-to-date, and inclusive.

Verywell is certified by Health on the Net (HON) and upholds the Society
for Professional Journalists’ foundations of ethical journalism.

Review Board

The Verywell Fit Review Board, comprised of board-certified physicians,

registered dietitians, personal trainers, and more, vet content containing
statements of medical fact or health claims. They work tirelessly to
provide the necessary critique that guarantees our information is
accurate and current.
Content is assessed by a reviewer whose specific area of expertise aligns
with the content topic. A reviewer will confirm that a piece of
content—whether article, illustration, video, tool, or other resource—is
thorough and contains facts and guidelines that reflect the latest in
evidence-based research and health information.

If improvements are suggested, they are shared directly with our

editorial team to be addressed and implemented immediately. It is only
when a reviewer approves a piece of content that it is officially stamped
as such in the byline of an article.

Fact Check

Our team of qualified and experienced fact checkers provides a critical

step in our commitment to content integrity. Fact checkers rigorously
review medical statements, claims, and recommendations for accuracy
and timeliness. We rely only on the most current and reputable primary
references, including peer-reviewed medical journals, government
organizations, academic institutions, and advocacy associations. Sources
are listed both inline and at the bottom of every article.

News

Now, more than ever, people are going online for their news. It is our
responsibility to ensure that every piece of news published on Verywell
Fit is held to the highest standards of clarity, accuracy, thoughtfulness,
and trustworthy reporting.

We rely on primary sources, input from credentialed medical experts,

and a team of conscientious news writers and thorough fact checkers to
provide you with the latest and most important updates in the world of
fitness and nutrition. From groundbreaking research to the latest
guidelines, Verywell Fit goes beyond breaking news—we provide the
context and insights needed to keep you and your family informed.
References, Sources, and Citations

We fact-check medical statements, claims, and suggestions with the

most current primary references, including peer-reviewed medical
journals, government organizations, academic institutions, and
advocacy associations. Sources are listed both inline and at the bottom of
every article.

(Verywell favors human research and proven treatments, though

relevant animal research and experimental/alternative treatments may
be reported if that’s all that’s available to promote an understanding of a
topic.)

Up-to-Date Information
Times change and so does information. With help from our
subject-matter experts and Review Board, our editorial team routinely
evaluates our existing content every few months to ensure all
information is updated and reflective of the most current research,
guidelines, and statistics.

If needed, content is re-worked, re-edited, and re-certified by our

Review Board. If you happen to come across any inconsistencies or
outdated facts, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

The Verywell Voice

We pride ourselves on being part of the revolution that is redefining

what “being fit” really means, and we make sure to infuse that into all of
our content. The information, advice, and very words that we use are all
rooted in one goal: to help you learn how to live a happier, healthier life
that’s free of diet culture driven fads and weight phobic trends. And we
do that by offering a space that cuts through all the complications,
confusion, and unrealistic expectations that are perpetuated by today’s
media.

It is vital to us that you feel supported along your

health journey, and we take that responsibility very
seriously. To learn more, read about our core values.

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