Health Information Sources

Vora's health insights, recommendations, and educational content are informed by peer-reviewed research, established clinical guidelines, and recognized health authorities. Below are the primary sources that inform the information presented in our app. Vora does not provide medical diagnoses or treatment plans. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for personalized medical advice.

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Nutrition & Dietary Guidance

These sources back our nutrient analysis, meal scoring, food suggestions, and dietary recommendations.

USDA FoodData CentralNutrient composition data, food nutrient valuesfdc.nal.usda.govNIH Office of Dietary Supplements - Nutrient Fact SheetsRecommended daily intakes, nutrient functions, deficiency infoods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/list-allDietary Guidelines for Americans (USDA/HHS)Macro targets, meal balance, dietary patternswww.dietaryguidelines.govHarvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health - The Nutrition SourceGeneral nutrition education, food group guidancenutritionsource.hsph.harvard.eduInstitute of Medicine - Dietary Reference IntakesRDA/AI values for vitamins, minerals, macrosnap.nationalacademies.org/catalog/11537
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Supplements

These back our supplement detail screens, benefits, cautions, and "who may benefit" content.

NIH Office of Dietary SupplementsSupplement fact sheets, safety, efficacyods.od.nih.govExamine.comEvidence-based supplement research summariesexamine.comConsumerLabIndependent supplement testing and reviewswww.consumerlab.comNational Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH)Safety and efficacy of supplements and natural productswww.nccih.nih.gov
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Heart & Cardiovascular Health

These back our RHR, HRV, blood pressure ranges, and cardiovascular insights.

American Heart Association (AHA)Blood pressure categories, resting heart rate ranges, cardiovascular health guidelineswww.heart.orgEuropean Society of CardiologyHRV clinical significance, cardiovascular risk factorswww.escardio.orgMayo Clinic - Heart HealthHeart rate ranges, blood pressure interpretationwww.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/heart-disease
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Fitness, Exercise & Recovery

These back our workout suggestions, strain tracking, VO2 max interpretation, and recovery protocols.

American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)Exercise guidelines, VO2 max classifications, training load principleswww.acsm.orgNational Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA)Strength training guidelines, periodization, recoverywww.nsca.comJournal of Strength and Conditioning ResearchExercise science researchjournals.lww.com/nsca-jscrInternational Journal of Sports Physiology and PerformanceRecovery, HRV in athletes, training readinessjournals.humankinetics.com/view/journals/ijspp
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Sleep & Recovery

These back our sleep scoring, recovery recommendations, and sleep-related insights.

National Sleep FoundationSleep duration recommendations by age, sleep quality indicatorswww.sleepfoundation.orgAmerican Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM)Sleep stage classification, sleep disorder criteriaaasm.orgNIH National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute - SleepSleep health education, sleep deprivation effectswww.nhlbi.nih.gov/health-topics/sleep-deprivation-and-deficiency
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Biometrics & Vital Signs

These back our SpO2, respiratory rate, body temperature, blood glucose, and body composition ranges.

World Health Organization (WHO)BMI classifications, global health reference rangeswww.who.intMayo Clinic - Vital SignsNormal ranges for SpO2, respiratory rate, body temperaturewww.mayoclinic.orgAmerican Diabetes Association (ADA)Blood glucose ranges, glycemic targetsdiabetes.orgAmerican Council on Exercise (ACE)Body fat percentage categories by age and sexwww.acefitness.org
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Women's Health

These back our cycle tracking, fertility insights, pregnancy mode, and phase-specific recommendations.

American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)Menstrual cycle norms, pregnancy milestones, fertility guidancewww.acog.orgOffice on Women's Health (HHS)Menstrual cycle education, PMS management, reproductive healthwww.womenshealth.govMayo Clinic - Women's HealthCycle regularity, ovulation, pregnancy trimester infowww.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/womens-healthFertility and Sterility (Journal)Fertility window research, basal body temperature methodologywww.fertstert.org
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Mental Health & Wellbeing

These back our stress, mood, and mindfulness-related content.

National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)Stress, anxiety, mood disorder educationwww.nimh.nih.govAmerican Psychological Association (APA)Stress management, mindfulness researchwww.apa.org

Disclaimer

The content in Vora is intended for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as, and should not be understood or construed as, medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Health metrics, scores, and recommendations presented in the app are based on general population data and publicly available research - they are not tailored clinical assessments. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read or seen in this app.

Last updated: February 2026