yinRoot Disclaimer

By entering this Website or purchasing or using our e-mails, opt-in gift, e-books, videos, social media, blog, consultations, programs, products and/or services (collectively “Website, Programs, Products and Services”) from or related to Joelle Samples, Certified Holistic Health Coach, Mercier Therapist and FEMM Professional, or Rachel Reames, Certified Trim Healthy Mama™ Lifestyle Coach, you are agreeing to accept all parts of this Disclaimer. Thus, if you do not agree to the Disclaimer below, STOP now, and do not access or use this Website, or any of my Programs, Products or Services.

For Educational and Informational Purposes Only.  The information provided in or through our Website, Programs, Products and Services is for educational and informational purposes only, and is made available to you as self-help tools for your own use. When serving as a Certified Holistic Health Coach, Mercier Therapist, FEMM Professional or a Certified Trim Healthy Mama™ Lifestyle Coach, whether through in-person sessions, phone, Skype, webinars, teleseminars, videos, audios, books, e-books, products, social media, blog articles, or otherwise in a variety of settings such as individual sessions, group programs, classes, workshops, events, retreats, seminars, consultations, support groups, or trainings, or through our Website, Programs, Products or Services, you and, if applicable, your partner acknowledge that we are am supporting you in our respective roles exclusively as a Certified Holistic Health Coach, Mercier Therapist, FEMM Professional (Joelle) and a Certified Trim Healthy Mama™ Lifestyle Coach (Rachel).

Not Medical, Mental Health, or Religious Advice.  The information provided in or through our Website, Programs, Products and Services is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment that can be provided by your own doctor/physician, nurse, physician’s assistant, or any other medical  or bodywork professional (“Medical Professional”), psychiatrist, psychologist, therapist, counselor, or social worker (“Mental Health Professional”), registered dietician or licensed nutritionist, or member of the clergy.  We are not providing health care, medical or dietetics, or attempting to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure in any manner whatsoever any physical, mental or emotional issue, disease or condition. You agree and acknowledge that we are not providing medical advice, mental health advice, or religious advice in any way.

Not Holding Self Out.  In our capacity as a Certified Holistic Health Coach, Mercier Therapist, and FEMM professional (Joelle) and a Certified Trim Healthy Mama™ Lifestyle Coach (Rachel), we are not holding ourselves out in any way as a Medical Professional, Mental Health Professional, registered dietician or licensed nutritionist, or member of the clergy.  Rather, we serve as a trainer, educator, coach, mentor and guide who helps you reach your own health, wellness and reproductive health goals by giving you tools to reach your own objectives through incremental, positive, healthy, sustainable food, health, exercise, bodywork and lifestyle changes.

Consult Your Physician or Health Care Provider. Our intent is NOT to replace any relationship that exists, or should exist, between you and your spouse/partner’s Medical Professionals or Mental Health Professionals. Always seek the advice of your own Medical Professional and/or Mental Health Professional regarding any questions or concerns you have about your and your spouse/partner’s specific health situation and any physical or mental health issues, such as possible or actual pregnancy, fertility/infertility issues and reproductive history, hormone health, inflammatory conditions, prior or existing injuries, chronic pain, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart or lung conditions, food sensitivities or allergies, or any medications, herbs or supplements you are currently taking.  We advise you to speak with your and your spouse/partner’s own Medical Professionals or Mental Health Professionals before implementing any recommendations or suggestions from our Website, Programs, Products or Services pertaining to your health, wellness and fertility, such as exercise, lifestyle, weight loss, food, vitamins or supplements; detox or cleanses; teas or herbal remedies; essential oils or lotions; steam baths; meditation or deep breathing exercises; or participating in any other aspect of a weight loss, healthy eating, exercise, lifestyle and/or fertility program. Do not disregard medical advice or delay seeking medical advice because of information you have read on this Website or received from me through my Programs, Products or Services. Do not start or stop taking any medications or supplements without speaking to your own Medical Professional and/or Mental Health Professional. If you have or suspect that you or your spouse/partner has a medical or mental health problem, contact your own Medical Professional or Mental Health Professional promptly.

Full Disclosure. If requested, you agree to fully disclose to us in writing your specific health situation and/or any physical or mental health issues you are experiencing, such as possible or actual pregnancy, fertility/infertility issues and reproductive history, hormone health, inflammatory conditions, prior or existing injuries, chronic pain, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart or lung conditions, food sensitivities or allergies, or any medications, herbs or supplements you are currently taking prior to the start of using any aspect of our Website, Programs, Products or Services, whether provided by us or affiliated with us.

Personal Responsibility. You aim to accurately represent the information provided to us on or through our Website, Programs, Products and Services. You acknowledge that you are participating voluntarily in using our Website, Programs, Products and Services, and you alone are solely and personally responsible for your choices, actions and results. You agree to use your own due diligence and judgment before applying any recommendation or suggestion that you may receive on or through our Website, Programs, Products and/or Services.  You acknowledge that you take full responsibility for your health, life and well-being, as well as the health, lives and well-being of your family and child(ren), both born and unborn, (where applicable), for all decisions now and in the future. 

No Guarantees. Our role is to support and assist you and/or your spouse/partner in reaching your own healthy living and nutrition goals, and/or pregnancy and fertility goals, but your success depends primarily on your own effort, motivation, commitment and follow-through. By implementing the tools suggested through our Website, Programs, Products and Services, you and/or your spouse/partner may have a more favorable outcome around your health, nutritional goals, pregnancy and reproductive health issues, but you fully understand and agree that we cannot and do not guarantee in any way that you or your spouse/partner, baby or unborn child(ren) will attain a particular result, and you accept and understand that results differ for each individual. In no way are we guaranteeing that use of the suggestions or recommendations made through this Website or our Programs, Products and Services will result in a viable pregnancy, healthy baby, or healthy lifestyle changes (such as weight loss or detoxification), or any other outcome. Each individual’s, couple’s and baby’s health and wellness results will be influenced by many factors, including but not limited to, you and your spouse’s/partner’s/baby’s general health, physical body, body chemistry, daily demands, energy expenditure, hormone production, stage of life, individual capacity, life experience, unique health and genetic profile, starting point, range of motion, expertise, level of commitment, unique background, dedication, desire, motivation and actions.

Testimonials.  We present real world experiences, testimonials, and insights about other people’s experiences with our Website, Program, Products and Services for purposes of illustration only. The testimonials, examples, and photos used are of actual clients and results they personally achieved, or they are comments from individuals who can speak to our character and/or the quality of our work. Each client or individual has approved these testimonials, examples, and photos for use related to our Website, Programs, Products and/or Services, but they are not intended to represent or guarantee that current or future clients will achieve the same or similar results related to health, reproductive wellness, fertility, or nutrition coaching. Rather, these testimonials represent what is possible with our Website, Programs, Products and Services. Each of these unique testimonials, and any and all results reported in these testimonials by our clients on my Website and through our Programs, Products and Services, are the culmination of numerous variables, many of which we cannot control. 

Assumption of Risk. As with all situations, there are sometimes unknown individual risks and circumstances that can arise during use of our Website, Programs, Products and Services that cannot be foreseen that can influence or reduce results. We are not responsible in any way for you, your spouse/partner’s, or your child(ren)’s, born and unborn, personal choices or actions before, during or after use of our Website, Programs, Products or Services. You understand that any mention of any suggestion or recommendation on or through my Website, Programs, Products or Services is to be taken at your own risk, with no liability on our part, recognizing that there is a rare chance that illness, injury or even death could result to you, your spouse/partner, or your child(ren), born or unborn. You accept full responsibility for the consequences for any use, or non-use by  you, your spouse, or your child(ren), born or unborn, of any information provided by us through any means, and you agree to use your own judgment and due diligence before implementing any idea, suggestion or recommendation from our Website, Programs, Products or Services. Your use, or non-use, of this information is at your own risk, and you absolve us of any liability or loss that you, or your family or child(ren), born or unborn, (if applicable) or any other person, may incur from your or their use, or non-use, of the information provided.

Limitation of Liability. We will not be held responsible or liable in any way for the information, products or materials that you or your spouse/partner request or receive through or on our Website, Programs, Products, or Services.  In no event will we be liable to you, your spouse/partner or your child(ren), born or unborn, or to any other party, for any type of damages, including direct, indirect, special, incidental, equitable or consequential damages, for any use of or reliance on our Website, Programs, Products, and Services, or on those affiliated with us in any way.  We do not assume liability for accidents, delays, injuries, harm, loss, damage, death, lost profits, personal or business interruptions, misapplication of information, physical or mental disease or condition or issue, fetal injury, loss of pregnancy, birth defects, or any type of loss or damage or otherwise, due to any act or default by us or anyone acting as an agent, owner, business, consultant, affiliate,  joint venture, or otherwise affiliated with our business or us, who is engaged in rendering our Programs, Products or Services, or in carrying out individual sessions, group programs, classes, workshops, events, retreats, seminars, consultations, support groups, or trainings in any location.

Indemnification and Release of Claims. You hereby fully and completely hold harmless, indemnify and release me and any of my employees, shareholders, directors, staff, consultants, agents, affiliates, or anyone else affiliated with this business, from any and all liability, damages, and claims; including but not limited to those related to lost profits, personal or business interruptions, personal injuries, accidents, misapplication of information, physical or mental disease or condition or issue, or any type of loss or damage or otherwise, even if we expressly advised in advance of the possibility of such damages or difficulties. You agree that you fully and completely hold harmless, indemnify and release us from any and all causes of action, allegations, suits, sums of money, claims, and demands whatsoever, in law or equity that may arise in the past, present or future that arises from your participation in or is in any way related to my Website, Programs, Products and Services. In the event that you, your spouse/partner or your child(ren), born or unborn, use any information, gift, product, program or service provided on or through our Website, Programs, Products and Services by us, or affiliated with us or our business, you are solely liable and responsible for any actions, errors, omissions, or consequences.

Accuracy of Information.  Although every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of information shared on or through our Website, Programs, Products and Services, the information may inadvertently contain inaccuracies or typographical errors. We are not responsible for the views, opinions, or accuracy of facts referenced on or through our Website, Programs, Products and Services, or those of any other individual or company affiliated with the business or us in any way. Every effort has been made to present you with the most accurate, up-to-date information, but because the nature of scientific research, technology, and best practices is constantly evolving, I cannot be held responsible for the accuracy of our Website, Programs, Products or Services, or for any errors or omissions that may occur.

No Warranties.  WE MAKE NO WARRANTIES RELATED TO THE PERFORMANCE OR OPERATION OF OUR WEBSITE, PROGRAMS, PRODUCTS OR SERVICES.  WE MAKE NO REPRESENTATIONS OR WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, AS TO THE INFORMATION, CONTENT, MATERIALS, PROGRAMS, PRODUCTS OR SERVICES INCLUDED ON OR THROUGH THE WEBSITE OR MADE AVAILABLE TO YOU IN ANY OTHER WAY. TO THE FULL EXTENT PERMISSIBLE BY APPLICABLE LAW, WE DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Not Evaluated by the FDA.  The information contained on this Website or provided through our Programs, Products and Services has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration.   

No Endorsement.  References or links on our Website, Programs, Products or Services to any other individual’s, business’s or entity’s information, opinions, advice, programs, products or services does not constitute my formal endorsement. We are merely sharing information for your own self-help only. We are not responsible for the website content, blogs, e-mails, videos, social media, programs, products and/or services of any other person, business or entity that may be linked or referenced in my Website, Programs, Products or Services.  Conversely, should our Website link appear in any other individual’s, business’s or entity’s website, program, product or services, it does not constitute our formal endorsement of them, their business or their website either.

 Affiliates.  From time to time, we may promote, affiliate with, or partner with other individuals or companies whose programs, products and services align with ours.  In the spirit of transparency, we want you to be aware that there may be instances when we promote or market for other partners and in exchange I receive financial compensation in the form of affiliate compensation and/or other rewards. Please note that we are highly selective as to the partners whose programs, products and/or services we promote, and we only promote or share the programs, products and services of those we respect. At the same time, you agree that any such promotion or marketing does not serve as any form of endorsement whatsoever. You are still required to use your own judgment to determine that it is appropriate for you. You assume the risk when using or purchasing any such affiliate program, product or service, as we waive all liability related to any of my affiliates, including any of their websites, programs, products or services.

Contact Us.  By using our Website, Programs, Products and Services you implicitly signify your agreement to all parts of the above Disclaimer.  If you have any questions about this Disclaimer, please contact Joelle at joelle@yinRoot.com.