Transparency & Editorial Policy
Our Commitment to Accurate, Science-Based Information
Final Editorial Authority
Our Commitment to You
CitriSafe provides educational content about mold exposure, environmental wellness, and our product offerings. We understand that people seeking this information want accurate, reliable resources they can trust.
This page explains who creates our content, how we ensure scientific accuracy, and the standards we follow. Our goal is complete transparency about how CitriSafe develops and maintains the educational resources on our website.
Who We Are
Our Organization:
- Legal Entity: CitriSafe, LLC
- Headquarters: Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA
- Originally Founded: 2004 (as PharmaSource Inc.; rebranded CitriSafe, LLC in 2018)
- CEO: JW Biava — B.S. Chemical Engineering (Oklahoma State University), Certified Mold Inspector, Certified Mold Remediation Contractor, ISEAI Board Member
- Founder: Walter Hayhurst, R.Ph. — Registered Pharmacist, Founder of Professional Compounding Centers of America (PCCA)
Scientific & Professional Review
CitriSafe educational content is reviewed by professionals with relevant expertise to help ensure scientific accuracy. Our reviewers include:
JW Biava: Chemical engineer with over 30 years of expertise in environmental analysis, indoor air quality, and industrial hygiene. Founder of ImmunoLytics mold testing laboratory. Board Member of the International Society of Environmentally Acquired Illness (ISEAI). JW is responsible for reviewing content related to environmental topics, mold science, and remediation published on CitriSafe.com.
Larry D. Empting, M.D.: Board-certified neurologist and psychiatrist. Dual residency training at Johns Hopkins Hospital. Published researcher on neurological aspects of environmental exposures. Dr. Empting reviews content related to health and wellness topics to help ensure scientific accuracy.
Dr. Benjamin Gonzalez, PT, DPT: Physical Therapist. Dr. Gonzalez is responsible for reviewing rehabilitation and physical function content published by CitriSafe, ensuring alignment with evidence-based practice for patients dealing with the physical effects of environmental illness and mold exposure.
Content Creation Process
Our educational content follows a structured creation and review process:
Step 1: Research & Drafting
Content is researched and drafted by writers with relevant subject matter knowledge. Our Director of Educational Content, Cesar Collado, is a former pharmaceutical R&D senior executive with extensive experience in biotechnology and healthcare industries. Cesar has collaborated with integrative health practitioners, Bau-Biologists, environmental inspectors, and remediation specialists to develop educational resources grounded in both scientific research and practical experience.
Step 2: Professional Review
Content is reviewed by professionals with relevant expertise. Health and wellness topics are reviewed by Dr. Larry D. Empting, M.D. Environmental and remediation topics are reviewed by our CEO, JW Biava, who brings over 30 years of environmental science expertise and multiple industry certifications. Rehabilitation and physical function content is reviewed by Dr. Benjamin Gonzalez, PT, DPT.
Step 3: Fact-Checking
Factual statements are verified against primary sources. Scientific statements are cross-referenced with peer-reviewed literature, government agencies (EPA, CDC, NIH), and established scientific consensus where available.
Step 4: Publication & Approval
Published content includes author attribution where applicable. Publication dates and last-updated dates are displayed to help readers assess currency of information. Final publication approval rests with CitriSafe’s CEO & President, JW Biava.
Source Standards
CitriSafe strives to rely on credible, authoritative sources for educational content.
We prioritize:
- Peer-reviewed scientific journals (PubMed, specialty journals)
- Government agencies (EPA, CDC, NIH, FDA)
- Professional organizations (ISEAI, ACIM, relevant specialty associations)
- Established scientific textbooks and reference materials
When we discuss emerging research or observations not yet established in scientific literature, we aim to clearly identify it as such.
Content Accuracy & Updates
Scientific understanding evolves. CitriSafe is committed to keeping our content current and accurate:
Regular Review: Core educational content is reviewed periodically and updated when significant new information emerges.
Update Transparency: Articles display publication date and last-reviewed/updated date where applicable.
Correction Policy: If errors are identified, we correct them promptly.
Reader Feedback: We welcome feedback regarding content accuracy. Contact us at the email below.
Important Disclaimers
Educational Information Only
CitriSafe content is provided for educational and informational purposes only. Nothing on this website is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Our content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
Product Statements
Statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition.
Individual Experiences
Individual experiences with environmental exposures and wellness products vary. Information shared on our website reflects general educational content and should not be interpreted as a guarantee of specific results. We encourage individuals to work with qualified healthcare providers regarding their personal health decisions.
Transparency Disclosures
In the interest of full transparency:
CitriSafe is a for-profit company that manufactures and sells environmental cleaning products and dietary supplements.
Our CEO, JW Biava, also owns ImmunoLytics (mold testing laboratory), BioBalance (environmental products), and AirWell (indoor air quality assessments).
We do not accept payment from third parties to influence our educational content.
Advertising & Sponsorship Policy
- CitriSafe does not accept third-party advertising on our website.
- We do not accept sponsored content or paid placements within our educational articles.
- Any partnerships or collaborations are disclosed where relevant.
Contact Us
We welcome questions about our editorial standards, content accuracy, or this policy:
Email: info@citrisafe.com
Website: citrisafe.com
Address: CitriSafe, LLC, Albuquerque, New Mexico
This editorial policy applies to content published on CitriSafe.com. It does not govern content published by ImmunoLytics, BioBalance, AirWell, or any third-party platforms.