At Guiding Stars, we believe that transparency is the foundation of credibility. We have, therefore, patented our algorithms in order to make our white paper publicly available while protecting our intellectual property. Please fill out the form below to request a downloadable copy of our paper
Our algorithms may not be used for any purpose without a licensing agreement with Guiding Stars. Guiding Stars analyzes the balance of nutrients in a given food using data from nutrition labels, ingredient lists, and the USDA’s National Nutrient Database. Our process is objective and thorough. Manufacturers cannot buy a star: all foods must earn a star based on transparent information available to consumers on the package.