The methodology varies based on the intended depth and purpose of the review:
A formal nutrition review typically involves these core phases: NUTRITION
: The "gold standard" for research, using rigorous methods to synthesize the body of scientific evidence on a specific question. Organizations like Nutrition Evidence Systematic Review (NESR) use these to inform federal dietary guidelines. The methodology varies based on the intended depth
: Conducted to provide an overview of current literature and determine if a full systematic review is warranted. NUTRITION
: Streamlined versions of systematic reviews that produce results more quickly when full methods are not feasible.
Nutrition Evidence Systematic Review Methodology Infographic