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Flunder Almanac operates under the following editorial principles: articles are reviewed by at least one second editor before publication, sources are cited where appropriate, corrections are noted publicly, and writers disclose any commercial relationships that could influence their selection of subject matter.
Independent Observation, Considered Selection
Flunder Almanac is an independent editorial publication. Articles reflect the considered observations of contributing writers and editors. The publication is not affiliated with any governmental body, regulatory authority, or commercial interest in the food or fitness sector.
Every piece published in the almanac begins as a documented observation — a recorded pattern, a noted anomaly, a recurring behaviour in the everyday routines of people who are paying attention to what they eat and how they move. The editorial process transforms that raw observation into a readable, sourced, and verified account.
We do not publish promotional content. We do not accept sponsored articles dressed as editorial. We do not receive payment from food producers, supplement brands, fitness companies, or any other commercial entity in exchange for favourable coverage. Where a writer holds a commercial relationship with a subject they have written about, that relationship is disclosed at the foot of the article.
- Two-editor review before publication
- Sources cited and cross-referenced
- Corrections posted publicly
- Commercial relationships disclosed
- No sponsored editorial content
From Field Note to Published Entry
Subject Selection
Subjects are proposed by the editorial team or by contributing writers based on documented recurring patterns in everyday nutrition and movement. Proposals are assessed for editorial value: is this a genuine observation, does it have consistent recurrence, and can it be documented with reference to published research?
Research and Sourcing
Articles in Flunder Almanac reference published research from peer-reviewed journals and reputable institutional sources. Editorial selection prioritises long-running studies and replicated findings. Writers are required to provide their source list before the first editorial review.
First Editorial Review
The first editor reads for factual accuracy, tone, and consistency with the almanac's documentary register. Claims that cannot be traced to a documented source are flagged for either attribution or removal. No assertion is accepted on the basis of common knowledge alone.
Second Editorial Review
A second editor reads the revised draft independently. This review focuses on readability, structural coherence, and whether the article's framing accurately represents the body of evidence it draws on. The second review also checks that the editorial disclaimer and writer disclosure are correctly positioned.
Publication and Archiving
Approved articles are published with their source references, author name, and publication date. The original draft is archived internally with its full editorial correspondence for a minimum of three years. Publication dates are recorded accurately and are not backdated.
Post-Publication Corrections
When a factual error is identified after publication — whether by a reader, a contributor, or the editorial team — a correction is noted at the foot of the relevant article with the date of correction. The original text is not silently altered. Substantive corrections are flagged in the article header.
What Counts as a Credible Reference
The almanac draws on published research from peer-reviewed journals, findings from reputable nutritional and sports science institutions, and documented long-form studies with replicated results. We do not regard single-study findings as established consensus. We do not cite research that has not been subject to independent peer review.
When covering topics at the intersection of everyday nutrition and physical activity — portion rhythms, seasonal food patterns, the documented effects of structured weekly eating — we prioritise studies with large sample sizes, longitudinal observation periods, and transparent methodology.
Where established consensus is absent, the almanac notes that the area is one of ongoing enquiry. We do not resolve open questions by choosing the most legible or most commercially convenient answer.
Published in indexed academic journals with transparent peer-review processes. Strongest basis for factual assertions.
Published findings from recognised nutritional, public health, and sports science institutions. Used to support context and framing.
Documented patterns recorded by the almanac's editorial team in the course of ongoing observation. Clearly labelled as such and not presented as generalisable data.
Independence, Disclosure, and the Advisory Panel
Commercial Independence
Flunder Almanac accepts no payment from food producers, retailers, supplement brands, fitness platforms, or any commercial entity in exchange for editorial coverage. Revenue is derived from display advertising only, and advertising relationships have no influence over editorial selection.
Writer Disclosure
Contributing writers are required to declare any commercial relationship — paid engagements, advisory roles, or product affiliations — that could reasonably be seen to influence their writing. Declarations are submitted prior to first editorial review and are published at the foot of the relevant article.
Advisory Panel
The almanac consults an informal advisory panel of independent writers and researchers with backgrounds in nutritional writing, food journalism, and sports science communication. Panel members are not paid for their input and have no editorial authority. Their role is to flag factual concerns and suggest relevant published research.
Common Reader Enquiries
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Questions About Our Editorial Process
For editorial enquiries, corrections, or pitches, write to the team at the address below. The editorial office is open Monday through Friday, 10:00 to 17:00.