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DISCLAIMER
Medical emergencies should be taken directly to your nearest hospital or by calling 111 in New Zealand or relevant local emergency services in your country.
This website or any information within should not be treated as medical diagnosis or advice, nor should the information provided here, on social media or in consults be seen as a replacement for consulting with a qualified medical provider.
Maryana Lishman is an integrative nutrition coach who trained with the Institute for Integrative Nutrition and advocates for a holistic approach to wellness based on her experiences, seeing it as an ongoing and highly personalised process influenced both individually or collectively by several factors including genetics, nutrition, lifestyle, emotional, genetic, energetic and environment al including those that may not be easily identified or determined. Many variables will not be immediately apparent so progress is often achieved through a series of steps, requiring the need for observation and tweaking.
WEBSITE
The contents of this website and the services offered by Raised on Real Food / Maryana Lishman are for information purposes only. These services are complementary to the services offered by medical professionals and is not intended as a substitute for the advice provided by your doctor or other qualified healthcare professional. You should not use the information available on or through the raisedonrealfood.com website for diagnosing or treating a health problem or disease. Please seek the advice of qualified professionals as appropriate regarding the evaluation of any specific information, opinion, advice or content contained in this website or it's associated forums, downloads, products, services or emails. These materials are provided 'as is'. Raised on Real Food / Maryana Lishman makes no warranties, expressed or implied, and hereby disclaims and negates all other warranties, including without limitation, implied warranties or conditions of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement of intellectual property or other violation of rights. Further, Raised on Real Food / Maryana Lishman does not warrant or make any representations concerning the accuracy, reliability or likely results of the use of materials on it's website or or otherwise relating to such materials or on any sites linked to this site.
Raised on Real Food is a nutrition and wellness service that offers holistic health/integrative nutrition coaching, advocacy, recipes, content creation and marketing services, delivered through online consultations, programs, resources, website and social media channels and forums. The intention is to help educate, inspire and motivate utilising concepts we consider to be interesting, useful or relevant.
Raised on Real Food / Maryana Lishman shall not be held liable or responsible for any misunderstanding or misuse of the information contained on this site or for any loss, damage, or injury caused or alleged to be caused directly or indirectly by any treatment, action, or application of any information discussed in this site.
All material is copyright Raised on Real Food / Maryana Lishman. You may not share any content, images, discussions, screenshots or materials without prior permission. We reserve the right to request any such posts/reproduction/links be removed.
BOOKING
Please check you are happy with all of the details before you proceed with booking your consultation.
All sessions are prepaid with payment made on booking, unless by prior arrangement. All consultations are held online and are not recorded. Every reasonable precaution will be taken to ensure the privacy of your information however we are not in a position to guarantee this as we do not own the technology.
All new clients are required to complete and return our health history questionnaire prior to their initial consultation. If this is not received in advance, the consultation time will be used to take this history, which will limit the depth of recommendations provided in the first session. No extra time will be added to accommodate missing submissions.
Please ensure you carefully read our terms and conditions before booking, including each statement below:
1. I acknowledge I take full responsibility for my health, life and well being, as well as the health, lives and well being of my family and children (where applicable) and for all choices and decisions made by myself now or in the future.
2. I acknowledge I am engaging your coaching to help identify areas that may be blocks to reaching my goals.
3. I have the ability to give my informed consent to engage your services, and am participating voluntarily.
4. I understand that coaching is not being offered as a substitute for professional health, medical or psychological care and is not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any health or medical conditions. The discussions and ideas raised within sessions, action plans or notes have not been evaluated by any regulatory body.
5. I understand that all insights or recommendations offered during coaching are solely for the purpose of supporting me to reach my goals, and are optional only.
6. I understand that results will differ by each individual and that no particular outcome or time frame can be guaranteed and that some challenges may be too complex to resolve fully. I understand results are usually based on multiple variables, including but not limited to, individual capacity, life experience, genetic profile, starting point, expertise, level of commitment, effort, motivation and follow-through.
7. I agree to have my email address added to your newsletter database (and can unsubscribe at any time).
8. I take full responsibility for leading all communication and follow-up bookings/appointments.
9. I agree not to share my plan with anyone else, as it is designed for me only.
10. I confirm the details I give are true and correct. I have disclosed my true identity and the true purpose of my consultation, and are engaging in good faith.
11. I understand the inherent risk of trying new foods, creams or supplements and making lifestyle changes meaning that all changes and adjustments come with a risk of aggravation, and no product or step can be guaranteed.
We take every reasonable step to protect your data, however no system can be guaranteed 100% secure. We cannot be held liable for unauthorised access beyond our control and are not responsible for disruptions, delays or data loss caused by internet or software issues during virtual consultations. Please ensure you have a stable connection and backup access where possible.
Any information presented including products, foods, remedies or otherwise are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. While any information we share or present is intended to be helpful and useful, it does not constitute medical, legal or other professional advice. You understand we are not acting, nor claiming to act, in the capacity of a doctor, naturopath, dietician or other registered professional, and that any suggestions offered are not meant to take the place of their advice. Always consult with a doctor for any illness or symptom, and before beginning or modifying any diet, exercise or lifestyle program. No claim for the cure of any disease is intended or implied. The statements contained in this website/blog have not been evaluated by any administrative body.
You understand it is not our role to provide acute health care, medical or nutrition therapy including assessing micro or macro-nutrient levels or to diagnose, treat or cure any disease, condition or ailment. Our role is to act as an informative mentor and guide to support you in reaching your wellness goals through highlighting a range of shifts.
Raised on Real Food / Maryana Lishman will keep your information private.
LIMITATION AND LIABILITY
You agree that under no circumstances shall we be liable for direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, punitive, exemplary or any other damages arising out of the use of our website, programs, resources or services.
NEW ZEALAND LAW
All contracts entered into and through it are governed by and interpreted in accordance with New Zealand law.
INDEMNIFICATION
You shall indemnify and hold us harmless from and against any and all losses, damages, settlements, liabilities, costs, charges, assessments, and expenses, as well as third-party claims and causes of action, including, without limitation, attorney’s fees, arising out of any breach by you of any of these Terms and Conditions, or any use by you of the Site, Product, or Service. You shall provide us with such assistance, without charge, as we may request in connection with any such defense, including, without limitation, providing us with such information, documents, records, and reasonable access to you, as we deem necessary. You shall not settle any third party claim or waive any defense without our prior written consent.
SERVICES
Services means any health and wellness services provided by Raised on Real Food / Maryana Lishman from time to time including consultations, testing, provision of personalised treatment plans, oral and written advice and recommendations, formulation and provision of health and wellness related courses and programs.
FUNCTIONAL TESTING ACCESS
Access to a wide range of practitioner-only functional tests in New Zealand is available through clinical collaboration with Back to Life Wellness, led by a qualified practitioner holding a Bachelor of Health Science and practitioner accounts with functional testing providers. Where appropriate, I may recommend specific tests to clients and coordinate access by discussing relevant case notes to ensure clinical appropriateness and professional oversight.
Payment for functional testing is made directly to the relevant third-party providers. Any questions or concerns regarding payment, cancellations, refunds, delays or processing times are subject to the terms and conditions of the provider. We cannot take responsibility for any issues or concerns between you and the test provider.
All functional testing is discussed and interpreted within the context of nutritional and lifestyle support. It does not constitute diagnosis or medical treatment.
CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY
When you book an appointment, your payment secures a dedicated time slot, preparation time, reviewing of information and the creation of an action plan or email summary which extends our wait times. As a small, sole-operator clinic with limited capacity, we apply strict cancellation and refund policies to protect the sustainability of our service.
To cancel a booking, a minimum of ten (10) calendar days notice must be provided. No fees will be refundable after this time which includes no-shows or missed appointments. 100% cancellation fee will apply.
To reschedule a booking, a minimum of 72 hours notice must be provided and the rescheduled appointment must occur within 21 days of the original scheduled date. We understand that unexpected events and illnesses may arise. In rare cases at our sole discretion, we may allow a one-time exception to reschedule with less than 72 hours notice. No further rescheduling will be permitted. If any rescheduled session is later cancelled at any time for any reason, 100% cancellation fee will apply with no refunds.
If we are unable to proceed with a session at short notice, we will make every effort to offer a suitable alternative. If this is not possible, a full refund will be issued.
If you have booked an electronic plan, this must be used within 30 days of purchase.
For eight-week programs, all consultations and messaging support must be used within 12 weeks of the original booking to reflect the time bound nature of this bundle. Unused components beyond this period will be forfeited. Clients are responsible for initiating messaging support as needed via private messaging or email.
MESSAGING AND EMAIL POLICY
Outside of the eight-week program, private messaging or email support between consultations is not included. If you are seeking clarification on something already discussed, please do so via email. If additional support is required, please book a follow-up or check-in session.
DIGITAL PRODUCTS & INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
All digital products including eBooks, guides, templates, meal plans and any downloadable resources, are for personal use only. By purchasing or accessing these materials, you agree not to reproduce, share, distribute, publish, upload, or forward them to any other person, platform, or group without prior written permission from Raised on Real Food / Maryana Lishman.
These resources are protected under copyright law and are designed for individual use only. Sharing them in any format, including screenshots or excerpts, is a breach of these terms and may result in legal action.
Due to the nature of digital products, refunds will not be offered.
SCOPE OF SUPPORT FOR ONLINE CONTENT AND COMMUNITY
We reserve the right to moderate, remove, or restrict access to any online community or discussion forum affiliated with Raised on Real Food if content shared is misleading, harmful or breaches group rules. These spaces are not intended for clinical advice.
CLIENT STORIES
We occasionally present real world testimonials, photos and/or insights about our client's experiences. They are not intended to represent or guarantee current or future clients will achieve the same or similar results, but rather what is possible. Each of these unique stories, and any and all results included by our clients or followers, are the culmination of numerous variables some of which we cannot control. None of those testimonials, or any other published reviews, are compensated for in any way, shape or form.
SOCIAL MEDIA AND AFFILIATIONS
This website contains affiliate links. If you choose to purchase from these links, Maryana will receive a small commission at no extra charge to you. Her goal is to help inspire people to live healthier lives naturally and she will only recommend products or services she has tried herself, or are from companies she believes are reputable. Please ensure you only buy products you feel you need or may aid you in reaching your goals.
PRIVACY POLICY
This privacy policy sets out how your personal information is handled. Personal information that could identify or is related to the identity of you as an individual. By using this website, you are agreeing to this policy.
COLLECTION OF INFORMATION
In order to work with you, you will need to provide personal information including your name, email address and telephone number. All your information is collected at the time that you book a service. Prior to the first consultation you will need to complete a health history questionnaire which requests your personal information and health history. This form will be stored in compliance with the data protection legislation for New Zealand. This form contains information that I will use to engage with you. Your information is private and will not be shared with any other person nor disclosed to any unrelated third party unless required by law.
We are required by law to keep your information for the duration of our engagement and then for seven years after your last consultation. You can view the information, request any alteration to the information and you have the right to a copy of the information that is stored. We have up to 30 days to gather this information and deliver to you.
These policies were last updated 7 April 2025 and are under regular review. Please get in touch if you have queries.