Table 1.

HONcode principles*

HONcode principles	Description
1. Authoritative	Indicate the qualifications of the authors
2. Complementarity	Information should support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship
3. Privacy	Respect the privacy and confidentiality of site users
4. Attribution	Cite the source[s] and dates of published medical information
5. Justifiability	Site must back up claims relating to benefits and performance
6. Transparency	Accessible presentation, accurate email contact
7. Financial disclosure	Identify funding sources
8. Advertising policy	Clearly distinguish advertising from editorial content

*The table information is adopted from the HON website [23]