TheCherryLab™ Editorial & Research Standards

Last updated: October 29, 2026

TheCherryLab™ began with a commitment to research. For 24 years, our founder Isabel's husband struggled with toenail fungus, exhausting conventional creams and laser treatments without success. Frustrated by the lack of results, Isabel turned to global clinical literature, exploring scientific studies and international methodologies outside the US. That extensive research led us to Pythium oligandrum, and it shaped the rigorous standard we apply to everything we publish today.

This page outlines our editorial process: how we source our information, evaluate clinical evidence, and maintain strict objectivity.

Where our information comes from

Every article is built upon primary, verifiable sources, which we link to directly for complete transparency. Our clinical foundations include:

• Peer reviewed research published in indexed medical journals, accessed via databases like PubMed.
• Directives from government and public health authorities, such as the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
• Clinical guidelines established by recognized medical organizations.
• International research, particularly European clinical studies, which often explore biological approaches more extensively than US equivalents.

While forums, reviews, and anecdotal experiences can highlight questions worth investigating, they are never treated as clinical evidence. We report exclusively on what is supported by published research. We also maintain a strict internal bias check regarding industry funded studies, explicitly disclosing when research is sponsored by the manufacturer of the product in question.

How we weigh the evidence

Not all research carries equal scientific weight, so we contextualize the strength of the evidence for you. A large scale human clinical trial holds significantly more authority than in vitro (cell) or animal studies.

In our articles, we categorize evidence into three tiers:

• Well established: Supported by consistent, statistically significant results in human clinical trials.
• Promising: Emerging or limited research that indicates potential efficacy but requires further validation.
• Unproven: Popular claims that currently lack robust scientific substantiation.

When the clinical consensus is mixed, we present the full picture rather than cherry picking studies to fit a narrative. When we share anecdotal experience, including our own family’s history, we strictly label it as personal experience, never as scientific evidence.

How we write about our own products

TheCherryLab™ formulates and sells biological products, including NOHAJI, which were developed from the same research that founded the company. We believe in complete commercial transparency.

Objective educational content is our primary mandate. Our products are mentioned only when genuinely relevant to the topic, and never positioned as a substitute for medical treatment. We strictly avoid claims that outpace the clinical evidence. Furthermore, when our articles compare treatment options, we consistently evaluate alternatives outside of our own product line.

How we keep content up to date

Medical research is continuously evolving, and our content reflects that. We audit our published articles at least annually, and immediately upon the release of significant new clinical findings.

The "Last Updated" timestamp on every article reflects a meaningful editorial or scientific revision, never a superficial cosmetic change.

Corrections

If you identify an error, outdated information, or a broken source link, please contact us at support@thecherrylab.com. Our team reviews every report and promptly corrects confirmed inaccuracies. For significant material corrections, we append an editorial note at the bottom of the article detailing the update.

Who is behind TheCherryLab™

TheCherryLab™ was founded by Isabel, the lead research curator and patient advocate behind our editorial standards. With a deep commitment to root cause biological approaches to skin and foot care, she began extensively researching Pythium oligandrum after her husband’s conventional treatments failed. (You can read his full story on our About Us page).

While Isabel is not a licensed medical professional, her mission is to source the highest quality clinical research, translate complex biological mechanisms into accessible language, and provide direct links to original studies so you can verify the science yourself.

Important note

Content on TheCherryLab™ is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. It is not a substitute for diagnosis or treatment by a qualified healthcare professional. Talk to your doctor before starting any new treatment, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication or managing a health condition.