GLP-1 Editorial Policy and Review Standards

Who We Are

This editorial policy explains how we research, write, and update every review and guide on GLP1Rating. GLP1Rating is an independent review and comparison site run by a small editorial team. We are not a medical practice, and our team does not include licensed physicians, nurse practitioners, or pharmacists.

Our editorial team is led by Richard S. Tucker (Editorial Lead), Christie Matthews (Research & Content Editor), and Brian E. Morgan (Co-Founder & Pricing Researcher). See our full team page for backgrounds and how each person contributes to our reviews.

What we are:

• Consumer advocates focused on helping people navigate GLP‑1 options.
• Independent researchers who believe in transparent, honest information.
• Journalists and content creators with backgrounds in health writing and consumer advocacy.
• A small team dedicated to making telehealth provider comparisons accessible and trustworthy.

We approach every review with the same rigor you’d expect from quality journalism: thorough research, multiple sources, and honest assessment. But we’re clear about what we are not: we are not doctors, and we don’t pretend to be.

Our Mission

Our goal is simple: help people understand their GLP‑1 options by reviewing telehealth providers, compounding pharmacies, and pricing in an honest, independent way. We believe consumers deserve clear information without marketing hype or hidden conflicts of interest.

How We Research & Review

Step 1: Research from Authoritative Sources

For every review and guide, we gather information from:

• Government databases: FDA, CDC, HHS announcements and regulatory information.
• Medical literature: PubMed, clinical trial data, and peer-reviewed research on GLP‑1 medications.
• Official provider websites: Telehealth clinics, pharmacies, and pricing information.
• User feedback: Real experiences shared on Reddit, Trustpilot, and consumer review sites.
• Pricing verification: We check provider pricing pages regularly and cross-reference real costs and delivery timelines reported by actual customers in reviews and order feedback.
• Regulatory data: FDA warnings, state pharmacy board complaints, and compliance issues.

We do not rely on press releases, marketing materials, or single anecdotes.

Step 2: Cross-Reference Medical Information

When we discuss GLP‑1 medications, side effects, or safety information, we:

• Compare information across multiple medical sources to verify accuracy.
• Reference official FDA guidance and clinical trial data.
• Check against published medical guidelines from professional organizations.
• Clearly note where medical experts disagree or where evidence is still emerging.

We do not interpret medical research or create medical recommendations. We summarize what the evidence shows and clearly recommend consulting a healthcare provider for personal medical decisions.

Step 3: Editorial Review for Accuracy & Clarity

Every review and guide is checked by our editorial team for:

• Factual accuracy against our sources.
• Clear citations so readers can verify claims.
• Neutrality and balanced presentation of tradeoffs.
• Honest disclosure of any affiliate relationships.
• Accessibility (we write for a general audience, not medical professionals).

Step 4: Ongoing Updates & Corrections

GLP‑1 market moves fast. Providers change pricing, FDA guidance evolves, and new research emerges. We:

• Recheck provider pricing and availability every 90 days minimum.
• Update medical information when new clinical evidence is published.
• Monitor FDA announcements and adjust content as needed.
• Fix errors as soon as we can confirm the right information, and log every dated change on our Corrections and Updates page.

Every article shows a creation date and last-updated date so readers know how current our information is.

How We Score Providers

Every provider review ends in one score out of 5, built from five criteria. We rate each criterion from 1 to 5 using facts you can check: the provider’s own website, public regulators and public review sites. Commissions never change a score, and every provider is scored the same way.

• Legitimacy and safety (25%). LegitScript certification (a provider that LegitScript lists as probationary gets a smaller deduction than one with no certification), a named pharmacy, licensed clinicians, FDA warning letters and BBB complaint patterns.
• Pricing transparency and value (25%). Whether the full monthly price is public before you sign up, hidden fees, and how the price compares with the median across the providers we track.
• Patient reputation (25%). Ratings on Trustpilot, Google, the BBB, app stores and similar sites, weighted by how many reviews each one has. A handful of reviews counts for less, so ten 5-star reviews can’t outweigh thousands of mixed ones.
• Access and convenience (15%). How many states the provider serves, which forms it offers, how fast it approves patients, and whether it works with insurance.
• Policies and support (10%). Cancellation, refunds and guarantees, renewal terms, and how you can reach support.

We recheck the facts behind a score whenever we update a review, and each review lists its update history. Patient reviews posted on GLP1Rating appear next to our score but don’t change it. See our patient review guidelines.

What We Do NOT Do

• Provide medical advice. We summarize information; we don’t diagnose or recommend specific treatments.
• Accept payment for positive reviews. No provider can pay us to rank higher.
• Hide negative information. If a provider has complaints, safety concerns, or poor user experiences, we report it.
• Promote unproven claims. We stick to evidence and clearly label speculation as such.
• Let affiliate relationships influence our ratings. Our provider scores are based on independent criteria, not commission potential.
• Pretend we’re something we’re not. We’re not a clinic, not a pharmacy, not medical professionals, and not regulators.

About Our Affiliate Links & Monetization

GLP1Rating may earn referral fees or commissions when you click a link to a provider and sign up. This is clearly disclosed in affected reviews. We also display an affiliate disclaimer on provider pages.

Important: Affiliate relationships do not change our ratings or recommendations. A provider that pays high commissions gets the same scrutiny as one that doesn’t. Our independent rating criteria are based on:

• Pricing transparency.
• Regulatory compliance & safety record.
• User experience & customer service.
• Real user feedback.

Affiliate revenue supports our research, price checks, and site operations. Without it, we couldn’t keep GLP1Rating independent and ad-free, and it never changes an editorial decision.

For the full details on who pays us, what money can’t buy, and how to spot an affiliate link, read How We Make Money.

Medical Disclaimer

IMPORTANT: GLP1Rating is for informational purposes only. Our content is NOT medical advice.

We are not doctors. Nothing on this site should be interpreted as:

• Medical diagnosis or treatment recommendation.
• Professional medical advice.
• A substitute for consultation with your healthcare provider.

Always consult a licensed healthcare professional before:

• Starting, stopping, or changing any medication.
• Making weight loss treatment decisions.
• Interpreting any medical information on our site.

GLP‑1 medications carry real risks and side effects. Your healthcare provider needs to know your full medical history before recommending treatment.

If you have a medical emergency, call 911.

How to Report Errors or Provide Feedback

We appreciate your feedback. If you find inaccurate information, think a page falls short of this editorial policy, or have suggestions for improvement:

• Email us: support@glp1rating.com
• Use our contact form: https://glp1rating.com/contact/
• Tell us what’s wrong: Include the article URL, the incorrect claim, and what the correct info should be (with sources if possible).

We respond to correction requests within 24 hours and publish corrections promptly. For major corrections, we update the article’s modification date and note the change.

Our Sources & Information Hierarchy

We prioritize information based on reliability:

1. Peer-reviewed clinical studies (PubMed, medical journals).
2. Government agencies (FDA, CDC, state medical/pharmacy boards).
3. Professional medical organizations (AMA, pharmacy associations).
4. Official provider information (websites, regulatory filings).
5. Reputable news outlets with editorial standards.
6. Aggregated user feedback from multiple platforms.

We avoid single-source anecdotes and unverified claims.

Content Update Schedule

Content Type	Update Frequency	When We Update
Provider pricing & services	Every 90 days minimum	Providers announce changes; users report discrepancies
FDA guidance & legal status	As announced	New FDA guidance, law changes, regulatory updates
Medical information & safety	Quarterly	New studies; safety concerns emerge
Provider reviews & ratings	Annually; ongoing	Major service changes; significant complaints
How-to guides & education	Annually	Industry shifts; reader feedback

Our Team’s Commitment

We’re a small team doing this work because we believe consumers deserve honest information about weight loss options. We’re not perfect, but we’re committed to:

• Accuracy: Multiple sources, clear citations, willingness to correct errors.
• Independence: No medical conflicts of interest, affiliate relationships disclosed.
• Transparency: We tell you who we are, what we’re not, and how we make money.
• Accountability: You can reach us, report errors, and expect a response.

Every review and guide on GLP1Rating follows this editorial policy. Thank you for trusting us with your research.

Questions About Our Editorial Policy?

Have questions about our process, want to suggest a provider, or found an error?

Email: support@glp1rating.com
Contact form: https://glp1rating.com/contact/