Terms of service.

INTRODUCTION

Hi there and welcome! This website, www.lizstewartwellness.com, is owned and operated by Liz Stewart trading as Liz Stewart Wellness, ABN 59702233014. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact:  Liz Stewart at info@lizstewartwellness.com

This document sets out the Terms and Conditions you need to be aware of when using this website or purchasing from Liz Stewart Wellness (including physical products or downloadable material) so please take a moment to read them, as they set out your important rights and obligations and it is important that we both know where we stand.   

When you visit this website www.lizstewartwellness.com, use my services or purchase my products you agree that you are over the age of 18 and willing to be bound by these Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy. If you don’t agree, you should not continue to visit this website or purchase from me.  

These terms and conditions may be changed or modified from time to time. Please check back regularly to ensure you are aware of any changes.

There may be additional specific terms of service provided to you in relation to my products / services / training / courses. If there is any inconsistency between this document and those specific terms of service, these Website Terms & Conditions are overruled to the extent of the inconsistency. 

All products and services advertised on this website are offered in compliance with Australian Consumer Law.

WEBSITE CONTENT DISCLAIMER

On this website you will find blog posts, articles, eBooks, guides, and checklists about health and wellbeing, healthy hints, tips and recipes. This information is provided solely for information purposes only, as part of my mission for nutritional knowledge to be available and accessible to everyone.

A practitioner-client relationship is only formed when you purchase a product, or book a Consultation with me. I cannot guarantee results or similar outcomes: past results do not guarantee future results.

CONTENT POLICY

While I take all reasonable care to provide valuable information, I cannot be responsible for the use that you make of that information.  Please be aware that the generalised information I provide is not a substitute for an individual Nutrition consultation tailored to your personal situation.

There is no professional relationship formed by your visit to this website unless you explicitly choose to work with me by purchasing my services or products.

Any testimonials or promised results displayed on this website are based on my experience and those of previous clients. They are not a guarantee that anyone else will achieve the same results. 

While I take all reasonable care to ensure that the information, I provide is accurate, relevant, and up to date, I make no guarantees in this regard and disclaim any legal liability for any inaccuracy, incompleteness, or error. If you find something that seems problematic, it would be extremely helpful if you let me know via email info@lizstewartwellness.com!

I may modify the content provided on this website at any time, including altering or deleting it without notice.

VISITOR RESPONSIBILITIES

The website content I’ve created is broadly applicable for many people however you need to use your common sense and take responsibility for your own health, safety and wellbeing.

Always talk to your health care professional before significantly changing your diet, especially if you have known allergies, food intolerances, or specific medical conditions.

All content on this website is created and published for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice and should not be relied on as health or personal advice, especially if you have a diagnosed medical condition.

Always seek the guidance of your nutritionist or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health.

You are welcome to book in with me for a consultation if you would like more personalised advice about your specific circumstances.

DOWNLOADS

While I take every care to ensure that the content, I provide is safe, I am not responsible for viruses, other technologically harmful material or any other damage which might occur due to downloading material from my site. It is your responsibility to maintain adequate and up to date internet security.

EXTERNAL LINKS

Any external links provided on this website are intended to redirect you to my booking system, to sign up for my newsletter, or to redirect you to other health-related websites. These links are provided to you for convenience and you visit these external websites at your own risk. I do not take responsibility for the content of any of these external websites.

DISCLAIMER FOR SERVICES AND PRODUCTS 

There are a number of ways you may choose to work with me that are available to purchase or book through my website. The terms and conditions in this document apply to all of my services and products unless alternative terms are explicitly stated. 

The following services may be booked through this website:

Discovery Call - a free 15-minute phone or zoom call designed to get to know each other.  We will briefly discuss your health condition, and determine if we are suited to working together. This call is not intended to diagnose or prescribe any treatment.

Acute Online Nutrition Consultation – a 20-minute consultation designed to address an acute condition (i.e. virus, cold, flu, ear infections etc.,). Please understand this is for acute presentation of symptoms and your whole body health will not be addressed in this consultation.

Initial Nutrition Consultation online – a 60-minute initial comprehensive case-taking consultation to address your priority presenting complaint and identify possible treatments with requests for further pathology and functional testing necessary to direct the line of future treatment.  Together we will design a realistic and manageable treatment plan that suits you and your current lifestyle. Your treatment plan and prescription will be emailed to you within 48 hours of this consultation.

Extended Initial Nutrition Consultation Online – a 90-minute initial comprehensive case-taking consultation to address your priority presenting complaint (multi-system cases) and identify possible treatments with requests for further pathology and functional testing necessary to direct the line of future treatment.  Together we will design a realistic and manageable treatment plan that suits you and your current lifestyle. Your treatment plan and prescription will be emailed to you within 48 hours of this consultation.

Follow up Consultation online – a 45-minute follow-up consultation includes reviewing the progress made as a result of the previous treatment plan and making any necessary adjustments to diet/lifestyle and dosages for supplements. This consultation may also involve explanation of relevant test results.

Personalised Meal Plan – A 7-day meal plan will be developed to match your individual health goals and is macronutrient balanced. It will take into account any medical conditions, allergies/intolerances, medications, budget, likes and dislikes . Please note that a 60-minute initial consultation will be required in conjunction with the personalised meal plan.

My intention in offering these services is to empower you through individual education in relation to your health and wellness, provide professional advice and high-quality products in collaboration with you on your health journey towards improved vitality and radiance.

LIZ’S QUALIFICATIONS

Liz is a degree qualified Clinical Nutritionist with a Bachelor of Health Science in Nutritional and Dietetic Medicine from Endeavour College of Natural Medicine. This is a rigorous, three years of study which teaches a comprehensive understanding of anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and nutritional medicine. She also holds a Diploma in Beauty Therapy. Her previous working life was spent undertaking administrative/analyst roles within the corporate arena.

PROVIDER RESPONSIBILITY

I am a member of the Australian Natural Therapists Association (ANTA) and Australian Traditional Medicine Society Limited (ATMS) and these associations require practitioners to keep my skills up to date with continuing professional development (minimum of 20 hours per year).  Additionally I research the latest developments in Nutrition and wellness, taking all reasonable care and due diligence, and pursuing best practice to provide the highest quality care to my clients.

CLIENT RESPONSIBILITY

As my client, it is your responsibility to be open and honest with your current health and health history including disclosure of all pharmaceutical medications, diet and supplements that you are taking.  It is also in your best interest to follow the prescribed treatment plans, including dietary, lifestyle and recommended nutraceuticals as per the instructions agreed upon, unless unforeseen circumstances arise. 

In all instances it is your responsibility to immediately inform me of any adverse reactions  or unexpected symptoms resulting from the suggested treatment (including diet), and to discontinue use of any products until I have assessed the situation and, if necessary, reported the event to the relevant authority.  If your reaction is life threatening or an emergency, please contact emergency services or attend to the nearest hospital immediately.

I am not responsible for any treatment that you self-prescribe for yourself, for any over-the-counter products that you choose to use, or for any mistakes in dosing if you do not strictly follow your treatment plan.

Please note that your treatment plans are individualised and any prescriptions are solely for your own use. You must never share the treatment plan or prescription with any other person.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

There is always a risk that someone will react in a different way to the proposed treatment than I expect, as each client is an individual, with their own genetic and lifestyle factors which are beyond my control. You will get the most out of working with me if you follow the recommended treatment plan as closely as possible and let me know if you have any concerns or experience any unexpected effects.

Nutritionists are not medical doctors and cannot perform invasive procedures or certain physical examinations that I am not trained or permitted to perform. I am also not permitted to prescribe pharmaceutical drugs or make changes to your current medications.

Nutritionists do not diagnose diseases. However, I can collaboratively support you in dealing with a diagnosis by a medical doctor or other qualified allied health practitioner.

If any concerns arise at any stage of your treatment, you should let me know, or seek advice from an appropriately qualified health professional.

It is important to get clearance from your doctor before commencing a complementary medicine treatment that may affect or interact with any primary treatment you are taking under the doctor's supervision. It is your responsibility to be transparent with everyone in your healthcare team about what treatments you are choosing and what supplements, medications, or medical procedures are in play. 

My services are primarily suited to those looking for complementary medicine health support and advice, combining dietary and lifestyle recommendations with nutritional medicine. 

My services are not intended for anyone experiencing life threatening medical conditions or requiring serious medical treatment.

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

I do not make any guarantees or warranties about the accuracy of any information displayed on this website, with the exception of any non-excludable consumer guarantees and other consumer protection provisions set out in the Australian Consumer Law.

I am human and errors creep in despite the best of intentions. If you see something that doesn’t seem right, please let me know. 

While I make all reasonable efforts to ensure that my services meet with the highest standards of best practice, if something does go wrong that is not a direct result of my negligence, misrepresentation or deliberate fault, you agree that, to the fullest extent permitted by law, I will not be liable for any damages whatsoever, including but without limitation, any direct, indirect, special, consequential, punitive or incidental damages, or damages for loss of use, profits, data or other intangibles, damage to goodwill or reputation, or the cost of procurement of substitute goods and services, arising out of or related to the use, inability to use, performance or failures of my website, any products or services purchased through it, or any material posted on it, irrespective of whether such damages were foreseeable or arise in contract, tort, equity, restitution, by statute, at common law or otherwise. 

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

COPYRIGHT

The content of this website and in all courses is protected by copyright laws and treaties around the world, with all rights reserved. Commercial exploitation of my content in any way that competes with my business is strictly prohibited. 

You may store, print, and display the content supplied solely for your own personal use. You are welcome to share blog posts or other publicly available content through social media, but you must provide a link back to this website. 

You may also link to our home page, provided you do so in a way that is fair and legal and does not damage my reputation or take advantage of it. You must not establish a link in such a way as to suggest any form of association, approval, or endorsement on my part where none exists. 

If you are a student participating in my training/courses, course content may be printed or downloaded to a local hard disk for your personal and non-commercial use only. You must not provide extracts of any course content to anyone else under any circumstances. 

APPOINTMENT POLICIES

I will endeavour to ensure your appointment goes ahead as scheduled and appreciate that you also show me the same respect. I, therefore, require notice of at least 2 business days for any changes to your appointment. For all appointments, the cancellation fee is 50% of the full consultation fee will be charged if notice is not provided.  100% of the consultation fee will be charged for missed appointments without prior notice except in emergency situations and exceptional circumstances that are beyond your control. These exceptional circumstances will be determined at my discretion and may result in the rescheduling of your appointment.

If I am unwell and unable to attend the appointment you will be offered to reschedule the appointment to a convenient time.

PAYMENT TERMS

I use a secure online payment system.

You will be required to provide me with your credit card information in order to purchase any of my Services (including any products). Credit card information may be shared with my third party payment processors such as Stripe and PayPal. By purchasing through my Site, you agree that I may charge you the price listed at the checkout screen, and that any payments made via credit card may attract an additional percentage fee, as charged by the relevant merchant from time-to-time.

All orders must be pre-paid and will only be sent out or available for download (for electronic products) after full payment of the total amount is cleared.

Payment plans are available for programs / packages for your convenience only, enabling you to spread your payment out over time. You are still committed to paying the whole amount, even if you change your mind about completing the program, as you have had access to my intellectual property. It is your responsibility to ensure you have sufficient funds to make payment instalments on time. If a payment is overdue by more than 48 hours, access to the program content will be suspended until your payments are up to date. If your payment is more than 7 days overdue and you have not contacted me to make alternative arrangements, the payment plan will be cancelled, I will send you an
invoice for the whole amount remaining, and my normal payment terms will apply
to that invoice.

You warrant that the payment details and any related personal details you provide me are correct. I accept no liability in the event you fail to provide correct or incomplete payment or personal details or for any losses suffered as a result of the fraudulent or unauthorised use of credit cards.

All prices are in Australian Dollars unless otherwise stated, and inclusive of GST, and you agree that I may charge you GST as set out in the A New Tax System (Goods and Services Tax) Act 1999 (“GST Act”).

From time to time I may issue promotional or discount codes. These can be redeemed at checkout and are subject to the terms of issue stated by me in relation to each promotion or discount.

If you have any issues with payment do not hesitate to contact me at info@lizstewartwellness.com.

All Services (including any goods) available from my Site are subject to consumer protections under the Australian Consumer Law.

DELIVERY AND SHIPPING

Delivery of consultations are provided online using Zoom. Consultation confirmations and reminders will be sent automatically via the booking system.

Nutritional supplements may be recommended during a consultation and I only use practitioner grade supplements.  These will be ordered through a third-party website where the company sends an invoice and the product, directly to you.  Goods will be delivered by post directly to your nominated address.  Delivery may be 2 – 5 business days and you may be charged a postage fee.  Tax invoice receipts are provided by the third party in relation to supplements purchased.

If you are an Australian resident, you agree to pay any shipping and handling charges shown at the time you make a purchase. If you are outside of Australia, additional shipping charges may apply and will be charged separately after your order has been processed.  You can send me an email at info@lizstewartwellness.com if you are outside of Australia to receive a quote prior to purchase.

REFUND POLICY & CONSUMER GUARANTEES

Our refund policy is in addition to your rights under the Australian consumer Law as defined by Schedule 2 of the Competition and Consumer Act 2010.

I do not offer refunds for change of mind due to the nature of my services and products, including but not limited to pathology testing, supplements, nutrition services, consultations, e-books and downloadable materials.  Clients are encouraged to consider carefully whether a purchase is right for them before they make their payment. If you have any concerns about the service that I offer, please contact me as your satisfaction as a consumer is important to me.

If a product is no longer available due to it being out of stock, discontinued or if you cannot fulfil the order in a reasonable time a full refund will be offered.

For products that have been sent to you with any minor defects, the wrong product is supplied from the warehouse or minor damage occurring in transit please either contact Vital.ly directly if you have ordered through them or contact me immediately for Ariya Health products so we can rectify the issue. Defective products must be returned within (14) fourteen days of the original postage date to be eligible for replacement. Items will be replaced with the same item originally purchased.

For any technical issues including electronic downloads, expiry of links, issues with access to my online patient management system or internet connection issues, please report this to me immediately so we can either resolve the issue or reschedule the appointment if required.  During in person consults or online, if any issues occur in relation to unavailable internet or access to the patient management system, we will offer you a follow up service sufficient to fulfill any unmet needs. 

For all online programs a refund may be requested within the first 7 days of starting the program. If this request is approved, you will be eligible for a refund of 75% of the price of the program. I am limited by the legislation covering health and hygiene products and virtual product delivery.

If you feel that there is any problem with my services, please let me know within 24 hours. I am keen to understand what has gone wrong if you are unhappy so that I can address your concerns and try to find a mutually acceptable solution.

I take my obligations under Australian Consumer Law seriously and will do my best to address any issues that arise. However, even if there is a major problem, my liability is strictly limited to:

  • replacing the goods or providing the services again; or

  • if we are unable to do so within a reasonable time, paying the cost of having the relevant goods or services supplied to you again.

RESPECTFUL COMMUNICATION

At Liz Stewart Wellness we value your opinion and comments. However, we do ask you to show respect.  In terms of misuse, including links to misleading information and advertisements, Liz Stewart Wellness reserves the sole right to proactively prevent or reactively remove any comments deemed inappropriate found on this site or social media accounts.  Please keep it polite and play nicely!

We will also delete comments asking for individual advice – refer to Visitor Responsibilities.

NO SPAM

Publication of email addresses on the Website does not imply consent to the receipt of unsolicited commercial electronic messages or SPAM.

DISCLOSURE

Although many of the links on this site are for informational purposes only, for disclosure purposes this site may contain affiliated links. This means that Liz Stewart Wellness may receive monetary compensation or other types of remuneration for endorsements, testimonials, and/or links to any products or services from this website. By clicking on an affiliated link, you do not pay more, however if you click on an affiliated link Liz Stewart Wellness may earn a small amount of money if you purchase that product/service. This ultimately helps support Liz Stewart Wellness blogging and to keep this site free for you, so I thank you in advance for your support. For your information I will disclose if affiliated links have been used at the end of the post.

Please note that Liz Stewart Wellness meticulously selects products/services to recommend or endorse that I personally approve of and/or have used. All ideas and opinions expressed are completely my own.

DISPUTE RESOLUTION & JURIDICTION

If either of us have any concerns arising out of these terms, your use of my website or my provision of products or services, we agree that we shall communicate with the intention of making a genuine effort to seek a win/win solution and resolve any dispute by negotiation and discussion. Please email your concerns to info@lizstewartwellness.com.  

If we are unable to resolve a dispute by negotiation and discussion, you may access the complaints procedure offered by Australian Natural Therapists Association “ANTA” here: https://www.australiannaturaltherapistsassociation.com.au/about/complaints-process.

If a dispute arises, we all agree that we will not engage in any public discussion about the issues, we will behave politely towards each other, and we will avoid any conduct or communication which might reasonably be expected to unreasonably interfere with any other person’s business or personal interests.

This agreement is subject to the governing law of Queensland, Australia.  Regardless of where you live in the world, you irrevocably agree that if the dispute resolution processes fail, the courts of Queensland, Australia, and the Commonwealth of Australia, will have exclusive jurisdiction.

Liz Stewart Wellness Client Agreement & Terms & Conditions; last updated 28 March, 2022