Last Updated: April 2026
Transparency is the foundation of everything we publish. This page explains how we research, how we make money, what influences our editorial decisions (and what doesn’t), and how we handle the regulatory requirements that apply to health and wellness content.
How We Research Products
Every buyer’s guide published on MedFoundationNC.org follows a consistent editorial framework:
Step 1: Official Source Verification. We start with the product’s official website, supplement facts panel (where applicable), terms of service, refund policy, and contact information. If we cannot verify basic company details — a real business address, working customer service, published refund terms — we flag that in our coverage.
Step 2: Ingredient-Level Research. For supplement products, we research each listed ingredient individually using published clinical studies, peer-reviewed journals, and regulatory databases. We explicitly distinguish between findings from individual ingredient studies and any claims about the finished product. An ingredient that showed effects at 1,500mg in a clinical trial may or may not produce comparable results at 200mg in a consumer product. We note these distinctions.
Step 3: Claim Verification. We compare the marketing claims made by the product’s manufacturer against the available evidence. When claims are supported by research, we say so. When they exceed the evidence, we say that too. When evidence is mixed or preliminary, we describe the current state of the research honestly.
Step 4: Reader-Fit Assessment. Every guide includes our “Our Take” section — an honest editorial assessment of who the product may be right for, who should consider other options, and what realistic expectations look like based on the available evidence.
Affiliate Disclosure
Some of the content on MedFoundationNC.org contains affiliate links. Here is exactly what that means:
When you click on certain links in our articles and make a purchase, the company selling the product may pay us a commission. This is called affiliate marketing. It is a standard business model used by consumer research publications, product review sites, and editorial platforms across the internet.
What this means for you: You pay the same price whether you use our link or go directly to the product’s website. The commission comes from the seller, not from you.
What this means for our editorial process: Affiliate commissions support our research and publishing operations. They do not influence the accuracy, neutrality, or independence of our editorial analysis. We have recommended products with no affiliate relationship and declined to recommend products with lucrative affiliate programs. Our editorial judgment drives our coverage — not our revenue relationships.
Per-article disclosure: Every article containing affiliate links includes a disclosure at the top of the page (in our teal disclosure bar) and within the “Our Take” section at the end. These disclosures are designed to be clear and conspicuous, consistent with FTC Endorsement Guides (16 CFR Part 255).
Medical Disclaimer
MedFoundationNC.org is not a medical practice, pharmacy, hospital, or licensed healthcare provider. No content on this website constitutes medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.
Our content is educational and informational. It is designed to help you research health and wellness products so you can make informed decisions in consultation with your own healthcare providers.
If you are currently taking prescription medications, have existing health conditions, are pregnant or nursing, or are considering any significant changes to your health regimen: consult your physician before starting any new supplement, medication, or health program. Do not change, adjust, or discontinue any prescribed medications or treatments without your physician’s guidance and approval.
Supplement-Specific Disclosures
Dietary supplements discussed on this website are regulated under the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act (DSHEA) of 1994. Under this framework:
Statements about dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Dietary supplements are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Individual results from any dietary supplement will vary based on factors including age, baseline health condition, lifestyle factors, consistency of use, genetic factors, current medications, and other individual variables.
When we cite ingredient-level research in our guides, those findings reflect results from studies on individual compounds conducted under controlled conditions. This research explains why certain ingredients were selected for a product’s formula. It does not constitute evidence that the finished product will produce the same outcomes in any individual.
Telehealth-Specific Disclosures
When we review telehealth platforms, we distinguish between three separate entities: the platform company (which provides technology and customer experience), independent licensed clinicians (who evaluate patients and make prescribing decisions), and partner pharmacies (which compound or dispense medications).
The platform itself does not prescribe medication. Prescribing decisions are made by independent licensed healthcare providers based on individual clinical evaluation. No telehealth platform can guarantee that a patient will receive a prescription.
Some telehealth platforms offer compounded medications. Compounded medications are prepared by licensed pharmacies using FDA-approved active ingredients, but the finished compounded products are not individually FDA-approved. We note the compounding status of medications in our reviews.
Financial Content Disclosures
When we review financial newsletters or investment research services, that content does not constitute personalized financial advice. Financial newsletter services generally operate under the publisher’s exclusion from investment adviser registration and provide general information and opinions — not individualized recommendations.
Investing involves risk, including potential loss of principal. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Featured performance results from financial newsletters are often described by the services themselves as atypical. Individual outcomes vary significantly based on entry timing, position sizing, holding period, and broader market conditions.
Content Accuracy
We make every effort to ensure accuracy at the time of publication. Product pricing, formulations, availability, company policies, and refund terms are subject to change by manufacturers at any time without notice. We encourage readers to verify current details directly with product manufacturers and their healthcare providers before making purchasing or health decisions.
If you identify an error or outdated information in any of our content, please contact us at [insert contact email]. We take factual accuracy seriously and will review and correct verified errors promptly.
Non-Affiliation Notice
MedFoundationNC.org is not affiliated with The Medical Foundation of North Carolina, Inc., UNC Health Foundation, UNC Health Care, the UNC School of Medicine, or the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. This domain was previously associated with that organization, which now operates at unchealthfoundation.org. This website is an independent publishing operation with no connection to that organization, its programs, or its fundraising activities.