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Disclosure & Disclaimer

Last Updated: November 5, 2025

At Nourishly, we believe in complete transparency about how our Site operates, how we earn income, and the limitations of the information we provide. This page explains our affiliate relationships, advertising partnerships, and important disclaimers so you can make informed decisions.

1. Why Transparency Matters

Creating Nourishly takes significant time, research, recipe testing, photography, and technical resources. To provide free, evidence-based content to everyone, we use ethical monetization methods including affiliate marketing and advertising.

We believe you deserve to know exactly how these relationships work so you can trust the recommendations we make.

2. Affiliate Disclosure

2.1 What Are Affiliate Links?

Some links on this Site are affiliate links. When you click these links and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you.

2.2 Affiliate Programs We Participate In

Amazon Associates
As an Amazon Associate, Nourishly earns from qualifying purchases. When you buy products through our Amazon links, we receive a small commission that helps support our work.

Other Affiliate Programs:

iHerb Affiliate Program (supplements and wellness products)
Thrive Market (organic, non-GMO foods and pantry staples)
Additional wellness and food brands (disclosed when relevant)

2.3 Our Affiliate Promise

We only recommend products that we:

Genuinely believe may benefit our readers
Have personally researched, tested, or used ourselves
Consider safe and aligned with low histamine principles
Would recommend to friends and family

We will NEVER:

Recommend products solely for commission
Mislead you about product benefits or quality
Compromise our editorial integrity for financial gain
Feature products that contradict our health philosophy

2.4 FTC Compliance

This disclosure complies with the Federal Trade Commission’s guidelines on endorsements and testimonials. We are legally required to inform you of our affiliate relationships.

2.5 How Commissions Support Our Work

Affiliate commissions help cover:

Web hosting and technical maintenance
Recipe development and testing
Photography and food styling
Research and fact-checking
Content creation and editing
Free resource development (PDFs, guides, trackers)

Your support through affiliate links allows us to keep Nourishly free and accessible to everyone.

3. Advertising Disclosure

3.1 Display Advertising

You’ll see advertisements displayed throughout Nourishly via third-party advertising networks.

Current Advertising Partners:

Google AdSense
Mediavine (if applicable)
Additional ad networks

3.2 How Advertising Works

Targeted Ads: Advertisements may be personalized based on your browsing behavior through cookies and tracking technologies. See our Privacy Policy for details on how to opt out of personalized advertising.
No Personal Endorsement: We do not personally endorse every product or service that appears in display ads. Advertising content is controlled by third-party networks, not Nourishly.
Ad Revenue: Advertising revenue helps fund Site operations and allows us to provide free content to all visitors.

3.3 Ad Disclaimer

We are not responsible for:

The accuracy of claims made in advertisements
The quality or safety of advertised products
Customer service issues with advertisers
Third-party advertising practices or policies

4. Medical Disclaimer

THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT SECTION. PLEASE READ CAREFULLY.

4.1 Not Medical Advice

The content on Nourishly is created with care, using peer-reviewed research, evidence-based nutrition principles, and established dietary guidelines. However:

We are NOT:

Medical doctors
Registered dietitians (unless specifically stated)
Licensed healthcare practitioners
Able to provide personalized medical advice

All recipes, articles, guides, and resources are provided for educational and informational purposes only.

4.2 Consult Healthcare Professionals

You should ALWAYS:

Consult qualified healthcare providers before making dietary changes
Work with registered dietitians for personalized nutrition guidance
Discuss supplement use with your doctor
Seek medical evaluation for persistent or severe symptoms
Get professional diagnosis before self-treating conditions

4.3 Individual Variation

Histamine intolerance, MCAS, food sensitivities, and health conditions manifest differently in every person.

What you should know:

Foods tolerated by one person may trigger symptoms in another
Histamine tolerance can fluctuate over time
Co-existing conditions affect dietary needs
Medications may interact with foods or supplements

Our content cannot:

Predict your individual responses to foods
Replace personalized medical or nutritional assessment
Account for your unique health history and needs
Guarantee specific health outcomes

4.4 Emergency Situations

If you experience severe symptoms such as:

Difficulty breathing or throat swelling
Severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis)
Chest pain or heart palpitations
Uncontrollable vomiting or diarrhea
Severe abdominal pain
Signs of anaphylaxis

Seek immediate emergency medical care. Call 911 or your local emergency services.

Do not rely on information from this Site or any online resource for emergency medical situations.

4.5 Recipe Safety

While our recipes use ingredients generally considered safe for low histamine diets:

Important Notes:

Individual tolerances vary significantly
Introduce new foods gradually and cautiously
Track your responses to identify personal triggers
Discontinue any food that causes adverse reactions
Follow safe food handling practices
Check expiration dates and storage guidelines

We cannot:

Guarantee you will tolerate all recipe ingredients
Be held responsible for adverse reactions
Predict cross-contamination or food safety issues in your kitchen
Account for ingredient quality variations

5. Accuracy Disclaimer

5.1 Content Accuracy

We work diligently to ensure all information is:

Based on peer-reviewed research
Consistent with current medical and nutritional guidelines
Fact-checked and properly cited
Updated regularly as new research emerges

However:

Nutrition science evolves continuously
Research findings may change
Guidelines are periodically updated
Errors or omissions may occur despite our efforts

5.2 No Guarantee of Results

We make no guarantees that:

Following our recipes will improve your symptoms
Our recommendations will work for your situation
You will achieve specific health outcomes
Information is error-free or completely comprehensive

5.3 Professional Input

While some content may be reviewed by healthcare professionals, Nourishly does not employ full-time medical or nutrition staff. Content represents our research and understanding but should not replace professional consultation.

6. Limitation of Liability

BY USING THIS SITE, YOU AGREE THAT:

Nourishly, its owners, authors, contributors, partners, and affiliates are NOT liable for:

Any health consequences or adverse reactions from following our content
Damages resulting from reliance on Site information
Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in content
Third-party product or service quality
Changes to products or services we’ve mentioned
Interruptions or technical issues with the Site
Loss of data or privacy breaches (beyond our reasonable control)

You use this Site and its content entirely at your own risk and assume full responsibility for your health decisions.

7. Product Reviews and Recommendations

7.1 Honest Reviews

When we review products, we:

Provide honest, unbiased opinions
Base reviews on research, testing, or personal experience
Disclose affiliate relationships clearly
Consider low histamine principles and safety

7.2 No Guarantees

We cannot guarantee:

Product quality, safety, or efficacy
That products will work for your individual needs
Product availability or consistent formulation
Customer service quality from retailers

7.3 Third-Party Responsibility

Manufacturers and retailers are solely responsible for:

Product quality and safety
Accurate labeling and ingredient disclosure
Customer service and refund policies
Shipping and delivery

8. Updates and Changes

8.1 Content Updates

We periodically update:

Recipes based on reader feedback and testing
Articles when new research is published
Product recommendations if formulations change
Guidelines to reflect current best practices

8.2 Notification of Changes

We are not obligated to notify you of content updates, but we:

Update “Updated” dates on articles
Clearly mark updated content when significant changes occur
Maintain current effective dates on legal pages

9. User Responsibility

By using Nourishly, you agree to:

Use information as a starting point for your own research
Consult healthcare professionals for personalized advice
Track your individual responses and adjust accordingly
Follow safe food handling and preparation practices
Use common sense and critical thinking
Assume responsibility for your dietary and health decisions

10. Copyright Notice

All original content on this Site is protected by copyright law. Unauthorized reproduction, republication, or distribution of our content violates copyright law and these Terms. See our Terms of Use for content usage guidelines.

11. A Note of Gratitude

Thank you for being part of the Nourishly community. Your support—whether through reading our content, subscribing to our newsletter, or purchasing through our affiliate links—makes it possible to provide free, evidence-based resources to thousands of people managing histamine intolerance, MCAS, and gut health challenges.

We’re grateful for your trust and committed to maintaining the transparency and integrity that makes Nourishly a reliable resource.

12. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or feedback about this Disclosure & Disclaimer, our affiliate relationships, or any aspect of how we operate, Contact Us. We will respond to your inquiry within 48 hours for general inquiries and within 30 days for legal matters.