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Last Updated: July 31, 2025

Important Medical Disclaimer: The information and services provided by Nourish Your Business® are for educational and informational purposes only and are not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Professional Qualifications

Ruth is a Registered Nutritional Therapist (MNNA) and a full member of:

  • NNA - Naturopathic Nutrition Association
  • FNTP - Federation of Nutritional Therapy Practitioners
  • CMA - Complementary Medical Association

She maintains professional indemnity and public liability insurance appropriate for nutritional therapy services.

1. Scope of Practice

Nutritional therapy is a complementary approach that:

  • Focuses on optimizing health through nutrition and lifestyle
  • Uses evidence-based nutritional science
  • Supports the body's natural healing processes
  • Works alongside conventional healthcare

2. What We Do NOT Do

Our services do not:

  • Diagnose medical conditions or diseases
  • Treat, cure, or prevent any disease
  • Replace conventional medical care
  • Prescribe medications
  • Provide emergency medical services

3. Medical Consultation Required

You should consult with your healthcare provider before:

  • Making significant dietary changes
  • Starting new supplements
  • Stopping prescribed medications
  • If you have existing medical conditions
  • If you are pregnant or breastfeeding

4. Individual Results

Please understand that:

  • Results vary between individuals
  • No specific outcomes are guaranteed
  • Success depends on individual commitment and circumstances
  • Some recommendations may not be suitable for everyone

5. Supplement Recommendations

When supplements are suggested:

  • They are recommendations, not prescriptions
  • Quality and sourcing are important considerations
  • Potential interactions with medications should be checked
  • Individual tolerance may vary

6. Functional Testing

If functional testing is recommended:

  • Tests are for informational purposes only
  • Results should be interpreted by qualified practitioners
  • Testing is not diagnostic of medical conditions
  • Medical follow-up may be recommended

7. Emergency Situations

In case of medical emergencies:

  • Contact emergency services immediately (999 in UK)
  • Seek immediate medical attention
  • Do not delay medical care for nutritional consultation

8. Professional Boundaries

We maintain professional boundaries by:

  • Working within our scope of practice
  • Referring to appropriate healthcare professionals when needed
  • Maintaining confidentiality
  • Providing evidence-based information

9. Liability Limitations

By using our services, you acknowledge that:

  • You are responsible for your own health decisions
  • You will seek medical advice when appropriate
  • You understand the limitations of nutritional therapy
  • You use our recommendations at your own discretion

10. Contact Your Healthcare Provider

Please contact your doctor or healthcare provider if you experience:

  • Adverse reactions to dietary changes or supplements
  • Worsening of existing symptoms
  • New or concerning symptoms
  • Any medical emergency

Our Commitment: We are committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based nutritional guidance within our professional scope while prioritizing your safety and wellbeing.

11. Questions or Concerns

If you have questions about our services or this disclaimer:

  • Email: hello@nourishyourbusiness.co.uk
  • Phone: +44 (0) 7435 696 231