International Journal of Nutrition

International Journal of Nutrition

International Journal of Nutrition – Reviewer Resources

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Reviewer Resources

Everything you need to deliver fair, timely, and constructive reviews for the International Journal of Nutrition (IJN).

Review Template

  1. Summary: Brief objective, methods, main findings.
  2. Major Comments: Methodology, statistics, novelty, conclusions.
  3. Minor Comments: Clarity, formatting, references, language.
  4. Confidential Notes to Editor (optional): Ethical/priority concerns.
  5. Recommendation: Accept / Minor Revision / Major Revision / Reject.

Best Practices

Constructive Feedback

  • Be specific with actionable suggestions and locations.
  • Start with strengths; separate major vs minor issues.
  • Be courteous and professional at all times.

Efficient Workflow

  • Aim to complete reviews within 14 days.
  • Download the PDF; avoid editing author source files.
  • Upload comments as a separate document or in the review form.

Ethical Obligations

  • Confidentiality: Do not share or reuse manuscript content.
  • Conflict of Interest: Decline if personal/financial/competitive interests exist.
  • Objectivity: Judge on scientific merit only; avoid bias.
  • Originality & Integrity: Report suspected plagiarism, duplication or ethics issues.
  • Non‑use of Unpublished Information: Do not use data prior to publication.

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