Medical Disclaimer

The recipes, nutritional information, meal plans, and dietary guidance provided through Chef Cecil are for general informational and educational purposes only. They are not intended to be, and should not be interpreted as:

• Medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment
• A substitute for consultation with qualified healthcare professionals
• Personalized medical nutrition therapy (MNT)
• Clinical dietary recommendations for specific conditions
• Emergency medical guidance

If you have any chronic medical condition, you MUST consult your physician and/or registered dietitian before using recipes or dietary information from Chef Cecil. This is especially critical for:

2.1 Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)

CKD requires careful monitoring of sodium, potassium, phosphorus, protein, and fluid intake. Recipes tagged as "kidney-friendly" are general guidelines only and may not be appropriate for your specific CKD stage. Consult a renal dietitian before using any recipe.

2.2 Diabetes (Type 1 and Type 2)

Blood sugar management is highly individualized. Carbohydrate counts and glycemic information provided are estimates. Monitor your blood glucose levels and work with your healthcare team to adjust insulin, medications, and meal plans accordingly.

2.3 Heart Disease and Hypertension

Recipes following AHA (American Heart Association) guidelines are general recommendations. Individual sodium, fat, and cholesterol needs vary based on your specific condition, medications, and risk factors. Consult a cardiac dietitian or your cardiologist.

2.4 Other Conditions

Additional conditions requiring professional dietary guidance include (but are not limited to):

• Food allergies and intolerances (celiac, lactose intolerance)
• Liver disease
• Gastrointestinal disorders (Crohn's, IBS, IBD)
• Metabolic disorders
• Eating disorders
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Cancer and cancer treatment

Chef Cecil uses artificial intelligence (AI) and optical character recognition (OCR) to process recipes and nutritional data. These technologies have limitations:

3.1 OCR Accuracy

• Handwritten recipes may be misread or misinterpreted
• Ingredient quantities, measurements, and instructions may contain errors
• Always verify extracted recipe data against the original source

3.2 Nutritional Data Accuracy

• Nutritional calculations are estimates based on USDA FoodData Central
• Actual nutritional content varies by brand, preparation method, and portion size
• AI-generated substitutions may not be nutritionally equivalent
• Cross-reference critical nutritional data with package labels

3.3 AI Recipe Suggestions

Recipe recommendations, ingredient substitutions, and cooking assistance provided by AI are suggestions only. They may not account for:

• Your specific medical conditions or dietary restrictions
• Drug-nutrient interactions
• Allergen cross-contamination risks
• Cultural or religious dietary laws

4.1 Allergen Warnings

Chef Cecil does not guarantee that recipes are free from allergens. While we may tag recipes for common allergens (gluten, dairy, nuts, shellfish, etc.), you must:

• Read all ingredient labels carefully for hidden allergens
• Check for cross-contamination risks during food preparation
• Verify that ingredient substitutions are safe for your allergies
• Consult an allergist if you have severe food allergies

4.2 Food Safety

You are responsible for:

• Proper food handling, storage, and preparation to prevent foodborne illness
• Cooking foods to safe internal temperatures
• Avoiding consumption of expired or spoiled ingredients
• Following safe canning and preservation practices

4.3 Drug-Nutrient Interactions

Many medications interact with foods, herbs, and supplements. Common interactions include:

• Vitamin K-rich foods with warfarin (blood thinner)
• Grapefruit with statins and other medications
• High-potassium foods with ACE inhibitors
• Tyramine-rich foods with MAO inhibitors

Consult your pharmacist or physician about food-drug interactions before following any recipe or meal plan.

Chef Cecil makes no warranties or guarantees regarding:

• The accuracy, completeness, or reliability of any recipe, nutritional data, or dietary information
• The suitability of any recipe for your specific health condition
• The effectiveness of any dietary recommendations for weight loss, disease management, or health improvement
• The safety or quality of ingredients suggested in recipes
• Compliance with current medical nutrition therapy (MNT) guidelines

THE SERVICE IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT.

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, CHEF CECIL AND ITS OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, AND AFFILIATES SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO:

• Use of or reliance on any recipe, nutritional information, or dietary guidance
• Adverse health outcomes, allergic reactions, or medical complications
• Errors or inaccuracies in OCR, AI-generated content, or nutritional calculations
• Food poisoning, foodborne illness, or injury from food preparation
• Worsening of medical conditions or failure to achieve health goals

You use Chef Cecil entirely at your own risk.

For personalized dietary and medical advice, consult the following qualified professionals:

For non-emergency concerns about dietary changes or worsening symptoms, contact your healthcare provider promptly.

By using Chef Cecil, you acknowledge and accept full responsibility for:

• Evaluating the accuracy and suitability of all recipes and nutritional information
• Consulting qualified healthcare professionals before making dietary changes
• Monitoring your health and adjusting your diet as recommended by your healthcare team
• Verifying ingredient safety, allergen content, and nutritional data
• Following safe food handling and preparation practices
• Any health outcomes resulting from use of Chef Cecil

We may update this Medical Disclaimer from time to time. Material changes will be communicated via:

• Posting the updated disclaimer on this page
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Email notification (for significant changes)

Your continued use of Chef Cecil after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated disclaimer.

If you have questions about this Medical Disclaimer, please contact us: