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Disclaimers

Last updated: July 18, 2025

 

 

Website Disclaimer

 

The information provided by The Fermented Life LLC and The Fermented Life Collective PMA (“we,” “us,” or “our”) on thefermentedlife.com and thefermentedlifecollective.com (“the Site”) is for general informational purposes only.

 

All content on the Site is published in good faith. However, we make no representation or warranty of any kind, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, availability, or completeness of any information.

 

Under no circumstances shall we be liable for any loss or damage of any kind incurred as a result of your use of the Site or reliance on any information provided. Your use of the Site and your reliance on any information is solely at your own risk.

 

 

Professional Disclaimer

 

The Site cannot and does not provide medical or health advice. All information is for educational and informational purposes only and should never be considered a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

 

Before making any health, dietary, or lifestyle decisions, you should always consult with a qualified healthcare professional. Any reliance on the information provided is strictly at your own risk.

 

 

Food, Product, and Membership Disclaimers

 

  1. Educational Purposes Only: All content—including blog articles, courses, recipes, wellness information, and cultural insights—is educational in nature. Nothing is intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

  2. Food Safety and Non-Commercial Production: Our foods and beverages are wild and traditionally cultured, handmade, and produced in non-commercial kitchens. They are not regulated, inspected, or approved by state or federal agencies. By becoming a member and/or consuming these products, you accept the inherent risks of traditional fermentation and raw food consumption.

  3. Raw Milk and Dairy Products: Raw milk and raw dairy items are available exclusively to members through our Private Membership Association. These products are unpasteurized, may naturally contain live bacteria, and carry inherent consumption risks. By choosing to receive or use them, you accept full responsibility for your personal choices.

  4. No Guarantee of Outcomes: While many traditions and studies highlight potential benefits of fermented and traditionally prepared foods, we make no guarantees of health outcomes or specific results.

  5. Product Variability: Because our offerings are handmade, small-batch, and microbially active, variations in taste, carbonation, appearance, and texture are normal and expected. These variations are a hallmark of living, cultured foods.

  6. Allergens and Sensitivities: Products may contain or come into contact with common allergens, including dairy, wheat, gluten, nuts, and soy. Each member or consumer is responsible for reviewing ingredients and using products according to their own sensitivities or restrictions.

  7. Private Membership Association Status: Access to products and services is provided under the protections of the First and Fourteenth Amendments through a Private Membership Association. By joining, you agree that all transactions occur within a private, contractual membership outside state or federal public jurisdiction.

 

External Links Disclaimer

 

The Site may contain links to external websites or third-party content. We do not investigate, monitor, or guarantee the accuracy, adequacy, validity, reliability, or availability of any external information.

 

We do not warrant, endorse, or assume responsibility for any third-party websites linked through the Site, nor for any products or services offered by them. Any transactions between you and third-party providers are solely at your own risk.

 

 

Affiliates Disclaimer

 

The Site may contain affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.

 

We also participate in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program that allows us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated websites.

 

 

Testimonials Disclaimer

 

The Site may include testimonials from users of our products or services. These reflect real-life experiences and opinions, but they are individual to those users and not necessarily representative of all customers.

 

  • Results may vary. Your individual outcomes may differ.

  • Testimonials are submitted in various forms (text, audio, video) and may be edited for clarity or brevity.

  • Testimonials are not paid or otherwise compensated.

  • They should not be interpreted as claims that our products or services can diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or condition. No testimonials have been clinically evaluated or proven.

 

In Summary

 

By accessing our Site, products, or services, you acknowledge that:

 

  • All content is for educational and informational purposes only.

  • Our foods and beverages are wild, traditionally cultured, and produced outside of commercial regulation.

  • Membership access is governed by our Private Membership Association.

  • You assume full responsibility for your personal choices and health decisions.

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The Fermented Life is a cottage food business, exempt from DOH food establishment permit and commercial kitchen requirements under HAR 11-50. Each product is made on-site in the home kitchen of owner-operator Kelly, who is certified through the ANSI-accredited Food Handler Certification program issued by the State of Hawaii, and follows food safety and labeling requirements. 

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