Disclaimers

General Disclaimer

The information provided on Flowing Qi TCM is for educational and informational purposes only. We aim to provide accurate and up-to-date content, but we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability concerning the website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the website for any purpose.

Health Disclaimer

The information on this website is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All content, including text, graphics, images, and information, contained on or available through this website is for general information purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.

Product Disclaimer

The products and supplements mentioned on this website are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. The efficacy of these products has not been confirmed by regulatory authorities. Consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise, or supplementation program, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem.

Affiliate Disclaimer

Flowing Qi TCM may participate in affiliate marketing programs where we earn commissions on products and services recommended or linked to from this website. This helps us to maintain and improve our content and services.

Testimonial Disclaimer

Testimonials and case studies on this website are anecdotal and may not be typical. They are individual experiences, reflecting the real-life experiences of those who have used our products and/or services. However, they are not guarantees of future performance for your specific circumstances.

Fair Use Disclaimer

Flowing Qi TCM is committed to providing high-quality content that educates and informs our readers about Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). In our articles, we often use excerpts from books, scholarly articles, and other sources, as well as images that may be subject to copyright. These uses are intended to enrich the educational experience and provide context to the topics discussed.

Fair Use Notice:

The materials used on this blog are provided for educational and informational purposes only. Flowing Qi TCM does not claim ownership of any third-party content, including text, images, and other media that are the property of their respective owners. We believe this constitutes a ‘fair use’ of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law.

Section 107 of the U.S. Copyright Law provides allowance for ‘fair use’ of copyrighted works for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, education, and research. The four factors for determining fair use are:

      1. The purpose and character of the use, including whether the use is of a commercial nature or is for nonprofit educational purposes.

      1. The nature of the copyrighted work.

      1. The amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole.

      1. The effect of the use upon the potential market for or value of the copyrighted work.

    Disclaimer:

        • Flowing Qi TCM does not intend to infringe on any copyright laws or intellectual property rights.

        • All images and excerpts used on this blog are for educational and informational purposes, supporting the content and enhancing the reader’s understanding of TCM.

        • If you are the owner of any copyrighted material appearing on this blog and wish to have it removed or properly attributed, please contact us immediately at matgonzalez@flowingqitcm.com, and we will comply promptly.

      Educational Purpose: Our goal is to educate and inform readers about the principles and practices of Traditional Chinese Medicine. We aim to foster knowledge, understanding, and appreciation of TCM through well-researched and thoughtfully presented content.

      By accessing and using the content on Flowing Qi TCM, you agree to abide by this fair use policy and acknowledge that you understand the purpose and limitations of fair use as applied in the context of our blog.

      East and West Health Coaching Disclaimers

      Disclaimers

      Effective Date: September 24, 2025

      1. No Medical Advice
      East and West Health Coaching, under Flowing Qi TCM, operated by Mat Gonzalez, provides wellness coaching, not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. While Mat Gonzalez is a medical doctor, no doctor-patient relationship is formed. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider for medical conditions, diagnoses, or treatments.

      2. Health Risks
      Coaching may involve lifestyle changes (e.g., diet, exercise, stress management). You are responsible for assessing the suitability of recommendations with your healthcare provider. Disclose all relevant health information to us before starting.

      3. No Guarantees
      Results vary based on individual effort, health status, and adherence. Flowing Qi TCM does not guarantee specific outcomes (e.g., weight loss, stress reduction).

      4. Third-Party Tools
      Services use third-party platforms (Google Forms, WhatsApp, Zoom, Stripe, Calendly). Flowing Qi TCM is not responsible for their performance, outages, or data practices. Review their terms and privacy policies. For outages on our end, refer to the Power and Internet Outage Policy in the Terms of Service.

      5. Service Disruptions
      In areas with frequent power or internet outages, Flowing Qi TCM strives to maintain service reliability. If we are unable to deliver a session due to such outages, clients will receive a 20% off coupon and a rescheduled session per the Power and Internet Outage Policy. Client-side disruptions are subject to the Cancellation Policy.

      6. US Compliance

      • Per FTC guidelines, we disclose that coaching is a paid service, subject to the Cancellation Policy ($10 fine for no-shows or late cancellations). Testimonials (if used) reflect typical results to the best of our knowledge.

      • If handling protected health information (PHI), Flowing Qi TCM aims to comply with HIPAA by using secure platforms (e.g., Zoom’s HIPAA-compliant free plan, WhatsApp encryption).

      7. Australia Compliance

      • Services are provided with due care and skill per Australian Consumer Law, with remedies for disruptions outlined in the Power and Internet Outage Policy.

      • Any health claims are general and not intended to diagnose or treat medical conditions, per Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) guidelines.

      • Cancellation and outage policies comply with ACL consumer guarantees.

      8. Assumption of Risk
      By participating, you assume all risks associated with implementing coaching advice, subject to non-excludable consumer rights in Australia.

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