Disclaimer

Effective Date May 20, 2025
Last Updated: September 16, 2025

⚠️ CRITICAL SAFETY NOTICE ⚠️

If you have celiac disease, severe food allergies, or other serious dietary restrictions, please read this entire disclaimer before using any of our recipes.

Your safety is more important than any recipe. When in doubt, consult healthcare professionals.

General Information Purpose

Welcome to Simpleafy Recipes! We’re Chef Maya Richards and Nora Demetri, and we share gluten-free Mediterranean recipes because we’re passionate about making healthy, delicious food accessible to everyone.

However, it’s crucial to understand that our content is for educational and informational purposes only. We’re sharing our experiences, tested recipes, and cooking knowledge – but we’re not providing professional medical, nutritional, or dietary advice.

What We Are: Experienced cooks who’ve developed and tested gluten-free Mediterranean recipes through years of kitchen experimentation and community feedback.

What We’re Not: Doctors, registered dietitians, licensed nutritionists, or medical professionals qualified to diagnose or treat health conditions.

Gluten-Free Specific Disclaimers

Celiac Disease & Severe Gluten Sensitivity

WE CANNOT GUARANTEE that our recipes are 100% safe for people with celiac disease or severe gluten sensitivity.

While Maya holds a Gluten-Free Training Certificate from the National Celiac Association and we follow strict gluten-free practices, several factors beyond our control can affect safety:

Cross-Contamination Risks

  • Home Kitchen Environment: We can’t control the gluten-free status of your kitchen, tools, or surfaces
  • Ingredient Manufacturing: Food processing facilities and ingredient sourcing change without notice
  • Product Reformulations: Manufacturers sometimes change recipes or processing methods
  • Geographic Variations: The same brand may have different formulations in different regions
  • Individual Sensitivity: Everyone’s tolerance levels are different

Your Responsibilities for Gluten-Free Safety

YOU must always:

  • Verify that ALL ingredients are certified gluten-free and appropriate for your sensitivity level
  • Check ingredient labels every time you shop (formulations change)
  • Ensure your kitchen tools, surfaces, and storage are truly gluten-free
  • Contact manufacturers directly with questions about specific products
  • Consult with your healthcare provider about safe eating practices
  • Trust your body’s reactions and stop eating anything that causes symptoms

Health and Nutrition Disclaimers

Not Medical or Nutritional Advice

Our recipes and content are NOT intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. We share our cooking experiences and the nutritional benefits we’ve observed, but this is not professional medical advice.

Nutritional Information

When we provide nutritional information, please understand that:

  • Calculations are estimates based on standard databases and may not reflect actual values
  • Values can vary significantly based on specific ingredients, brands, and preparation methods
  • Portion sizes may differ from our calculations
  • Ingredient substitutions will change nutritional content
  • We’re not qualified to provide medical dietary guidance

Health Claims

When we discuss potential health benefits of ingredients or Mediterranean eating patterns, we’re sharing general information from published research and our personal experiences. This information:

  • Is not personalized to your health situation
  • Should not replace professional medical advice
  • May not apply to your individual circumstances
  • Cannot guarantee specific health outcomes

Food Allergies & Dietary Restrictions

⚠️ ALLERGY WARNING ⚠️

Our recipes often contain or may come into contact with common allergens including:

Eggs • Dairy • Tree Nuts • Seeds • Soy • Fish • Shellfish

We cannot guarantee our recipes are safe for people with food allergies.

Your Allergy Safety Responsibilities

  • Read every ingredient label completely – don’t rely on our ingredient lists alone
  • Check for “may contain” warnings on all products
  • Verify that substitutions are safe for your specific allergies
  • Have emergency medications available if you have severe allergies
  • Consult allergists or healthcare providers before trying new foods
  • Trust your instincts – if something doesn’t seem safe, don’t risk it

Recipe Modifications & Substitutions

When we suggest ingredient substitutions, these are general recommendations based on our testing. However:

  • We cannot test every possible substitution combination
  • Results may vary significantly from the original recipe
  • Some substitutions may not be safe for your dietary restrictions
  • Baking substitutions especially can be unpredictable
  • You assume responsibility for the safety and outcome of any modifications

No Professional Relationship

Using our website, reading our content, or following our recipes does not create any professional relationship between you and:

  • Maya Richards, Nora Demetri, or any Simpleafy Recipes team members
  • Olmm Ventures LLC
  • Any healthcare professionals we may reference or collaborate with

We’re sharing our passion for gluten-free Mediterranean cooking, not providing professional services.

Results Not Guaranteed

Cooking is both art and science – and everyone’s kitchen is different. While we test our recipes extensively, we cannot guarantee that you’ll achieve the same results we do.

Factors That Affect Recipe Outcomes

  • Ingredient Variations: Different brands, freshness, and quality can change results
  • Equipment Differences: Oven temperatures, pan sizes, and mixer speeds vary
  • Environmental Factors: Altitude, humidity, and temperature affect baking especially
  • Technique Variations: Cooking experience and methods influence outcomes
  • Measurement Differences: We recommend weighing ingredients when possible
  • Timing Variations: Cooking times are approximate and may need adjustment

When Recipes Don’t Work

We test our recipes multiple times, but sometimes things go wrong in home kitchens. If a recipe doesn’t work for you:

  • Please reach out to us – we want to help troubleshoot
  • Consider whether ingredients, equipment, or technique might have varied
  • Remember that cooking involves inherent risks and unpredictable factors
  • Don’t consume anything that looks, smells, or tastes wrong

External Links Policy

Our website may include links to other websites, product recommendations, or services. These links are provided for your convenience and because we genuinely believe they might be helpful.

However:

  • We’re not responsible for the content, accuracy, or safety of external websites
  • Product availability, pricing, and formulations can change without notice
  • External sites have their own privacy policies and terms of use
  • We may receive small commissions from affiliate links (always disclosed)
  • Our recommendations don’t guarantee product safety for your specific needs

Content Accuracy

We work hard to provide accurate, helpful information, but:

  • Information can become outdated as products and practices change
  • We may make honest mistakes despite our best efforts
  • Scientific understanding of nutrition and health evolves
  • Individual experiences may differ from ours

We update our content regularly and appreciate when readers point out errors or outdated information.

Use at Your Own Risk

Important Legal Notice

By using Simpleafy Recipes, you acknowledge that cooking and food preparation involve inherent risks, and you assume full responsibility for your safety and the safety of those you cook for.

This includes but is not limited to risks related to food allergies, foodborne illness, kitchen accidents, and dietary restrictions.

Questions or Concerns?

We’re committed to transparency and safety. If you have questions about our disclaimers, need clarification about recipe safety, or want to report a concern, please reach out:

Email: [email protected]
Subject Line: “Safety Question” or “Disclaimer Clarification”
Response Time: Within 24-48 hours for safety-related concerns

Mail:
Olmm Ventures LLC
ATTN: Safety & Compliance
5830 E 2ND ST, STE 7000
Casper, Wyoming 82609
United States

Our Promise: While we can’t guarantee perfect results or universal safety, we promise to be honest about limitations, responsive to concerns, and committed to sharing the safest practices we know. Maya and Nora personally review all safety-related questions because your well-being matters more than any recipe.

Remember: Trust your instincts, prioritize your safety, and don’t hesitate to consult healthcare professionals when you have questions about dietary restrictions or health concerns. We’re here to inspire and support your cooking journey, but you’re the expert on what’s right for your body and your family.