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How we research, write, check, and update every article—so you know what you can expect from us, and what you can't.

Who we are

Moonleaf · The Women's Wellness Library publishes educational wellness content for women. Our writers are not doctors or licensed healthcare professionals, and our articles are not medical advice. We write to help you understand your body and have better conversations with your own healthcare provider.

Where our information comes from

We base health information on mainstream, publicly available sources, including:

  • The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
  • The National Institutes of Health (NIH), including the Office of Dietary Supplements
  • The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
  • The Menopause Society, the American Academy of Dermatology, and the Endocrine Society
  • USDA FoodData Central for nutrition numbers, and peer-reviewed research

Every article ends with a “Further reading from trusted sources” section. Numbers in our charts always name their source. When the evidence is limited or mixed, we say so.

Our safety rules

  • We never claim that a food, habit, or product cures, heals, detoxes, or “balances hormones.”
  • We never recommend medication or supplement doses, or tell readers to start, stop, or change medication, birth control, or hormone therapy.
  • Every article includes a “When to talk to your doctor” section with specific warning signs, and emergency guidance where relevant.
  • Articles that discuss mental health include the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
  • We include notes for people who may need different advice—for example during pregnancy, with diabetes, food allergies, or a history of disordered eating.

How each article is checked

  1. Research against the sources above.
  2. Writing in plain, non-judgmental language.
  3. An automated check that blocks publishing if required safety sections, sources, or chart sources are missing, or if prohibited claims appear.
  4. A human read-through before anything is published.

Updates and corrections

We review articles over time and show a “Last reviewed” date when an article is updated. If you spot an error, please tell us—we'll check it against our sources and correct it promptly. Email hello@moonleaflibrary.com.

Products and independence

We sell our own e-books, and some articles mention them. Product mentions never change our safety rules or what the evidence says. We don't accept payment to cover or recommend other companies' products.

See also our Medical & Wellness Disclaimer.