Verified Research Databases#

Use these peer-reviewed sources:

Primary Literature (Gold Standard)#

DatabaseWhat It SearchesLink
PubMed35M+ biomedical citationsSearch PubMed
PMCFull-text biomedical articlesSearch PMC
Cochrane LibrarySystematic reviews & meta-analysesSearch Cochrane
Nature PortfolioHigh-impact journalsSearch Nature

Specialized Health Research#

DatabaseFocusLink
Semantic ScholarCitation-focusedSearch Semantic Scholar
Google ScholarBroad academic coverageSearch Scholar
ResearchGateAuthor-shared PDFs, not a primary source; verify everything against the publisherSearch ResearchGate

Clinical & Safety Data#

DatabaseFocusLink
ClinicalTrials.govRegistered clinical studiesSearch Trials
FDA Drug ApprovalsOfficial FDA databaseSearch FDA
EFSA OpinionsEU food safety assessmentsSearch EFSA

Quick Search Tips#

  1. Start with Cochrane Reviews for definitive answers
  2. Check PubMed for the latest studies
  3. Verify on ClinicalTrials.gov for ongoing research
  4. Cross-reference multiple sources before conclusions

Note: This page provides direct access to peer-reviewed literature. Always verify claims and consult healthcare professionals before making health decisions.