Last Updated: September 4, 2025
Welcome! Let’s Keep Things Clear and Fair
These terms and conditions might seem formal, but they’re actually here to protect both of us. By using this website (AllyumPlates.com), you’re agreeing to these terms. I’ve written them in plain English so you know exactly what you’re agreeing to.
Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using AllyumPlates.com, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms & Conditions and our Privacy Policy. If you don’t agree with any part of these terms, please don’t use the website.
These terms apply to everyone who visits the site, whether you’re:
- Reading articles and recipes
- Subscribing to the newsletter
- Downloading free resources
- Commenting on posts
- Contacting me through the website
Use of Website Content
What You Can Do
Personal Use: You’re welcome to read, save, and print content from this website for your personal, non-commercial use.
Share with Attribution: You can share excerpts or quotes from articles with proper attribution and links back to the original content.
Use Recipes: You can make the recipes for yourself, your family, and friends. You can even make them for potluck dinners and bake sales!
What You Can’t Do
Don’t Copy Entire Articles: Please don’t republish entire articles or large portions of content without permission. A brief excerpt with a link back is perfect.
Don’t Claim Credit: Don’t present my content, recipes, or ideas as your own work.
Commercial Use Requires Permission: If you want to use content for commercial purposes (like in a cookbook, course, or blog), please email me at Contact@allyumplates.com first.
Recipe Attribution: If you share my recipes on your own blog or social media, please provide clear attribution and a link back to the original recipe post.
User Contributions & Comments
Comment Guidelines
I love hearing from readers, but let’s keep the conversation helpful and respectful:
Be Kind: Treat other commenters with respect, even when you disagree.
Stay On Topic: Keep comments relevant to the article or recipe you’re responding to.
Share Your Experience: I encourage you to share your personal experiences, modifications to recipes, and results you’ve had.
No Medical Advice: Please don’t give specific medical advice to other readers. Share your experience, but remind others to consult with their healthcare providers.
No Spam or Self-Promotion: Don’t use comments to promote your own products or services without permission.
Content Responsibility
Your Content: You’re responsible for anything you post in comments or send through contact forms.
My Moderation: I reserve the right to moderate, edit, or delete comments that violate these guidelines or that I believe are inappropriate.
No Guarantee of Response: While I read all comments and try to respond when helpful, I can’t guarantee individual responses to every comment.
Intellectual Property Rights
My Content
Copyright Protection: All original content on this website, including articles, recipes, photos, graphics, and downloadable resources, is protected by copyright and owned by AllyumPlates.
Trademark: “AllyumPlates” and associated logos are trademarks. Please don’t use them without permission.
Recipe Development: The recipes on this site are my original creations or adaptations. While you can’t copyright basic cooking techniques, the specific combinations, instructions, and presentations are my intellectual property.
Your Content
Comments and Submissions: When you post comments or send me content through contact forms, you grant me permission to use, modify, and publish that content in connection with the website and related communications.
Your Rights: You retain ownership of any content you submit, but you give me a license to use it for the website’s purposes.
Health & Nutrition Disclaimers
Educational Information Only
Not Medical Advice: Everything on this website is for educational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Not a Substitute for Professional Care: The content here doesn’t replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with qualified healthcare providers about your specific health concerns.
Individual Results May Vary: What works for me or other readers might not work for you. Everyone’s body and nutritional needs are different.
Specific Health Considerations
Allergies and Food Sensitivities: I provide ingredient information, but I can’t guarantee that recipes are free from allergens or safe for all dietary restrictions. Always check ingredients carefully if you have food allergies or sensitivities.
Medical Conditions: If you have diabetes, PCOS, thyroid conditions, or other medical issues, work with your healthcare team to determine if any dietary recommendations are appropriate for your situation.
Pregnancy and Nursing: Some nutritional recommendations may not be suitable during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Always consult with your healthcare provider.
Supplements: Any mentions of supplements are for educational purposes only. Consult with a healthcare provider before starting any new supplements, especially if you take medications or have medical conditions.
Affiliate Relationships & Product Recommendations
Transparency About Partnerships
Affiliate Links: Some product recommendations include affiliate links, which means I earn a small commission if you purchase through these links (at no extra cost to you).
Clear Disclosure: I clearly disclose all affiliate relationships and only recommend products I genuinely use or believe would be helpful.
No Obligation: You’re never obligated to purchase through my links, and I provide enough information for you to find products elsewhere if you prefer.
Recommendation Policy
Personal Testing: I try to personally test or research any product I recommend.
Honest Reviews: My reviews are based on my genuine experience, not influenced by potential earnings.
No Guarantees: I can’t guarantee that products will work the same way for you as they did for me.
Website Availability & Technical Issues
Service Availability
Best Efforts: I work hard to keep the website available 24/7, but I can’t guarantee uninterrupted service.
Maintenance: Occasionally, the site may be temporarily unavailable for updates or maintenance.
Technical Problems: If you experience technical issues, please contact Contact@allyumplates.com.
Content Accuracy
Reasonable Care: I take reasonable care to ensure content accuracy, but I’m human and mistakes happen.
Updates: I regularly update content based on new research and reader feedback.
Error Reporting: If you notice an error, please let me know at Contact@allyumplates.com so I can correct it promptly.
Privacy & Data Protection
This section is brief because I have a detailed Privacy Policy that covers data collection and use in depth. By using this website, you also agree to the terms outlined in the Privacy Policy.
Data Collection: I collect minimal personal information, primarily email addresses for newsletter subscribers.
Data Protection: I use reasonable security measures to protect your information.
Your Rights: You can request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information at any time.
Limitation of Liability
General Limitations
Use at Your Own Risk: You use this website and its content at your own risk.
No Warranties: I provide content “as is” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.
Health Outcomes: I’m not responsible for any health outcomes, positive or negative, that may result from following information on this website.
External Links: I’m not responsible for the content or practices of websites I link to.
Maximum Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, my total liability to you for any claims related to this website will not exceed the amount you paid to access the website (which is typically $0 for free content).
Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold me harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:
- Your use of the website
- Your violation of these terms
- Content you submit to the website
- Your violation of any third-party rights
In simple terms: If your actions cause legal problems for me, you’re responsible for handling those problems.
User Conduct
Prohibited Activities
Don’t Do These Things:
- Use the website for any illegal purpose
- Attempt to hack, disrupt, or damage the website
- Harvest email addresses or other user information
- Post spam, malicious content, or inappropriate material
- Impersonate me or other users
- Violate copyright or intellectual property rights
Consequences
If you violate these terms, I may:
- Remove your comments or submitted content
- Block your access to the website
- Report illegal activity to appropriate authorities
- Take legal action if necessary
Age Requirements
This website is designed for adults and focuses on topics relevant to adult women’s health. Users must be at least 13 years old to use the website or subscribe to communications.
If you’re under 18, please get your parent’s or guardian’s permission before providing any personal information.
Governing Law & Jurisdiction
These terms are governed by the laws of Tennessee, United States, where I’m located. Any legal disputes will be resolved in the courts of Davidson County, Tennessee.
If any part of these terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the rest of the terms will remain in effect.
Changes to Terms & Conditions
I may update these terms occasionally to reflect changes in my practices, legal requirements, or website features. When I make significant changes, I’ll:
Notify Users: Post a notice on the website and send an email to newsletter subscribers.
Effective Date: Updates take effect on the date posted, so please check back periodically.
Continued Use: By continuing to use the website after changes are posted, you agree to the updated terms.
Termination
Your Rights
You can stop using the website at any time. You can also unsubscribe from communications or request deletion of your personal information.
My Rights
I reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to the website for users who violate these terms, though I prefer to resolve issues through communication first.
Effect of Termination
If your access is terminated, you must stop using the website and any downloaded content. Sections of these terms that should survive termination (like intellectual property rights and limitations of liability) will continue to apply.
Contact Information for Legal Matters
General Questions: Contact@allyumplates.com.
For formal legal notices, please send written correspondence to the business address above.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Before pursuing formal legal action, I encourage you to contact me directly at Contact@allyumplates.com to try to resolve any disputes informally. Most issues can be resolved through honest communication.