Evidence-based health journalism for people who read the studies.
The Vital File is an independent health publication that applies journalistic rigor to health and wellness claims. Every article is sourced from peer-reviewed research, every health recommendation is reviewed by board-certified clinicians, and every product evaluation follows published clinical standards.
Health information online ranges from peer-reviewed meta-analyses to Instagram influencer claims. Most consumers cannot tell the difference. The Vital File occupies the space between academic journals and mainstream health media: we read the primary research so you do not have to, and we translate clinical evidence into actionable guidance without dumbing it down.
Dr. Sarah Whitfield, epidemiologist, leads our editorial team. Her research background in public health informs our evidence evaluation standards.
Marcus Chen, health journalist with 12 years of medical reporting experience, covers health policy and clinical developments.
Dr. Aisha Patel, clinical pharmacist and supplement specialist, evaluates every supplement and medication-related article for pharmacological accuracy.
Jonathan Rivera, science writer and former lab researcher, translates complex research methodology into accessible language.
Dr. Elena Novak, sleep medicine specialist, oversees our sleep science coverage.
Claire Dubois, nutrition scientist and registered dietitian, reviews all nutrition content for clinical accuracy.
We cite primary sources. We name sample sizes. We distinguish between correlation and causation. We report effect sizes, not just statistical significance. We disclose when evidence is preliminary, conflicting, or absent.
The Vital File earns revenue through affiliate commissions on products we recommend. Editorial decisions are made independently. We never accept payment for coverage or allow manufacturers to review articles before publication.