Terms of Use

Effective Date: May 2026 | Last Updated: May 2026 These Terms of Use govern your access to and use of sterlingmedicalcenter.org (the “Site”), operated by the SMC Research Desk, an independent health research publication. By accessing or using this Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use this Site.

Nature of This Publication

SterlingMedicalCenter.org is an independent health research and editorial publication. It is not a medical practice, clinic, healthcare provider, pharmacy, or telehealth service. The Site does not provide medical advice, medical diagnosis, treatment recommendations, or prescriptions. The “Medical Center” in the domain name reflects prior ownership history and does not indicate clinical operations, licensed healthcare services, or any affiliation with a medical institution. Nothing on this Site creates a physician-patient relationship, a pharmacist-patient relationship, or any other professional healthcare relationship between you and this publication or its operators.

Not Medical Advice

All content published on this Site — including product reviews, ingredient analyses, platform evaluations, editorial commentary, and any other material — is provided for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute and should not be interpreted as medical advice, diagnosis, or a recommendation to pursue any specific treatment, supplement, medication, or healthcare program. Before starting, stopping, or modifying any supplement, medication, or health program, you should consult a qualified, licensed healthcare provider who is familiar with your individual health situation. This is especially important if you are pregnant, nursing, managing a chronic condition, taking prescription medications, or considering a weight management program involving prescription medications. The SMC Research Desk makes no representation that the information published on this Site is appropriate for your specific circumstances, and reliance on any content from this Site is solely at your own risk.

Affiliate Links and Commercial Relationships

This Site participates in affiliate marketing programs. Some links on this Site are affiliate links — when you click through and complete a qualifying purchase, this publication may earn a commission from the merchant at no additional cost to you. These relationships are disclosed in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's Endorsement Guides (16 CFR Part 255). Affiliate compensation does not influence editorial conclusions, product ratings, or the decision to review any product or platform. Full disclosure practices are described on the Affiliate Disclosure page. When you click an affiliate link and leave this Site, you are subject to the terms of use and privacy policies of the destination site. This publication is not responsible for the content, practices, or policies of any third-party website.

Intellectual Property

All original content published on this Site — including editorial text, research analyses, site design elements, and the SMC Research Desk brand — is the intellectual property of SterlingMedicalCenter.org and is protected by applicable copyright law. You may not reproduce, republish, distribute, or commercially exploit content from this Site without express written permission. Brief quotation for commentary, criticism, or educational purposes, with appropriate attribution and a link to the original content, is permitted within fair use principles.

Third-Party Content and Links

This Site may reference, quote, or link to third-party research, publications, news sources, and websites. Such references do not constitute endorsement of the third-party site or its content. This publication is not responsible for the accuracy, availability, or content of any linked third-party resource. Clinical research cited on this Site is referenced for informational purposes. Readers are encouraged to review primary sources directly and to consult a qualified healthcare provider regarding the clinical applicability of any research to their individual situation.

Accuracy and Updates

The SMC Research Desk makes reasonable efforts to ensure that published content is accurate and current at the time of publication. However, the health and wellness landscape — including regulatory status of medications, supplement formulations, pricing, and platform availability — changes frequently. Information on this Site may become outdated. The publication does not warrant that all content is current and accurate at the time you access it. Reviews and analyses are updated when material changes warrant revision. The “Last Updated” date on individual reviews reflects the most recent editorial update to that content.

Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, SterlingMedicalCenter.org and its operators, contributors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or reliance on this Site or its content. This includes, without limitation, damages arising from health or financial decisions made based on content published on this Site. Your use of this Site is at your sole risk. This Site and its content are provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

Non-Affiliation

SterlingMedicalCenter.org is not affiliated with Sterling Medical Center & Urgent Care, Saad MD Medical Clinic, or any medical practice, physician group, hospital system, or healthcare organization. The domain reflects prior ownership history only. See the Non-Affiliation Notice for complete details.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the United States. Any disputes arising from your use of this Site shall be resolved in accordance with applicable federal and state law.

Modifications

These Terms of Use may be updated at any time. The effective date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. Your continued use of this Site after any update constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.