SlimFitAffiliate follows an editorial approach designed to provide useful, understandable and responsibly researched health and weight-management information.
Our Editorial Principles
Research before conclusions
We examine available evidence before making conclusions about a health claim, treatment, product or research development.
Primary sources where possible
Depending on the subject, our research may include information from regulatory agencies, government health organizations, peer-reviewed medical journals, clinical studies and other authoritative sources.
Clear distinction between evidence and claims
We distinguish established findings from preliminary research, observational findings, laboratory research, expert opinions and commercial claims.
Plain-English explanations
Scientific and medical information can be difficult to understand. Our objective is to explain important findings in language that ordinary readers can follow without removing important context.
Original editorial contribution
We do not intend simply to reproduce material from another publication. External research is used as a source of information, while our articles add explanation, context, comparison, interpretation and editorial organization.
Transparency
Where affiliate relationships exist, they are disclosed. Affiliate relationships do not determine our editorial conclusions.
Corrections
If we discover a significant factual error, outdated information or an important change in the underlying research, we may update the article and, where appropriate, indicate that an update has been made.
Medical responsibility
SlimFitAffiliate provides general educational information. Articles are not a substitute for diagnosis, treatment or individualized advice from a qualified healthcare professional.
Sources We Prefer
Where appropriate, our research prioritizes:
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
- National Institutes of Health (NIH)
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
- National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)
- Peer-reviewed medical journals
- Published clinical research
- Major medical and scientific organizations
Secondary sources may be used when they provide relevant reporting or context, but important health claims should be checked against authoritative or primary sources whenever possible.
Advertising and Affiliate Relationships
SlimFitAffiliate may receive compensation when readers purchase certain products through affiliate links.
This commercial relationship does not mean that every product discussed on the website is recommended.
Informational articles are intended to provide value regardless of whether a reader purchases anything.
Our editorial objective is to inform readers first.