At Natural Alternative Therapies, our goal is to make natural health and wellness information easier to understand, while being clear about what is supported by research, what comes from personal experience, and where evidence is still limited.
Our articles are written and reviewed by Meital James, founder of Natural Alternative Therapies. Meital has studied naturopathy at Reidman College in Israel and has researched natural and alternative health topics for many years.
Meital is not a medical doctor, and the information on this website is not a substitute for diagnosis, treatment, or advice from a qualified healthcare professional.
What “Reviewed & Updated” Means
When an article displays the Reviewed & Updated label, it means the article has been reviewed for accuracy, usefulness, clarity, and current information.
Depending on the subject, the review may include:
- Checking health and scientific claims against current research and authoritative medical sources.
- Reviewing cited studies and updating or replacing outdated references.
- Distinguishing between established evidence, preliminary research, traditional use, and personal experience.
- Checking product specifications, ingredients, availability, safety information, warranties, prices, or manufacturer claims when relevant.
- Removing or correcting claims that are outdated, unsupported, or misleading.
- Adding important safety information, limitations, contraindications, or circumstances in which professional medical advice may be needed.
- Updating recommendations when better evidence, products, or information becomes available.
The Updated date shown on an article indicates when we last made a meaningful review or update to the content. We do not change dates simply to make older content appear new.
How We Research Health Claims
We aim to trace health claims back to the strongest appropriate sources available.
When possible, we prioritize:
Peer-reviewed human research.
- Systematic reviews and meta-analyses.
- Clinical guidelines and consensus statements.
- Government and public-health agencies.
- Major medical and academic institutions.
- Original manufacturer documentation for product specifications.
Individual studies, laboratory research, traditional use, user experiences, and anecdotal evidence may also be discussed when they are useful, but we aim to identify their limitations rather than presenting them as stronger evidence than they are.
We link to original or authoritative sources whenever practical so readers can examine the evidence themselves.
Research vs. Personal Experience
Personal experience is an important part of many articles on Natural Alternative Therapies, but it is not the same as scientific evidence.
When Meital has personally tried a remedy, routine, ingredient, or product, we may explain what she experienced and what worked or did not work for her.
Personal results are not presented as proof that the same treatment will work for everyone. Where research is available, we compare personal experience with the published evidence and explain important differences between the two.
How We Review Products
Product recommendations are based on the criteria that matter for the particular category rather than simply on popularity.
Depending on the product, we may evaluate factors such as:
- Ingredients and materials.
- Safety features.
- Relevant certifications or regulatory status.
- Published evidence for the technology or ingredients.
- Specifications and treatment protocols.
- Ease of use.
- Value for money.
- Warranty and return policies.
- Customer experience.
- How the product compares with meaningful alternatives.
When a product has been personally used or tested, we aim to make that clear. We do not imply that a product has been personally tested when it has not.
Product specifications and prices can change, so readers should verify important details with the manufacturer or retailer before purchasing.
Affiliate Relationships and Editorial Independence
Some pages on Natural Alternative Therapies contain affiliate links. If you purchase something through one of these links, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.
Affiliate relationships do not determine the conclusions of our articles or which products we recommend.
We aim to recommend products because they are relevant to the reader and compare well with available alternatives, not because they offer the highest commission.
You can read our full Affiliate Disclosure here.
Corrections and Updates
Health information, scientific evidence, products, and recommendations can change.
We periodically review existing articles and update them when new evidence, safety information, product changes, or factual corrections warrant an update.
If we discover a material factual error, we correct it as soon as reasonably possible.
If you believe something on Natural Alternative Therapies is inaccurate or outdated, please contact us and include the URL and the information you believe should be reviewed.
Who Is Responsible for the Content?
Natural Alternative Therapies was founded and is edited by Meital James.
You can learn more about Meital, her background, experience, and approach on the About Meital James page.
Where an article has been medically reviewed or reviewed by an additional qualified professional, that reviewer will be specifically identified on the article. The general Reviewed & Updated label does not mean an article has been medically reviewed by a physician unless this is explicitly stated.
Medical Disclaimer
The information published on Natural Alternative Therapies is provided for educational and informational purposes only.
It is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult an appropriately qualified healthcare professional about medical symptoms, conditions, medications, supplements, or treatment decisions.
For additional information, please read our full Medical Disclaimer.