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Last Updated: April 7, 2026

1. WEBSITE & PROFESSIONAL STATUS

The information provided by Milkweed & Alchemy on milkweedandalchemy.com (the “Site”) is for general informational and educational purposes only.

CALIFORNIA SCOPE OF PRACTICE: Services are provided by a Licensed Acupuncturist (L.Ac.) in the State of California. I am not a licensed physician (MD/DO) or a Licensed Dietitian. Acupuncture and herbal medicine services are provided as complementary healthcare under the regulations of the California Acupuncture Board.

NOT MEDICAL ADVICE: This Site does not contain medical advice. The information presented is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider regarding any medical condition.

2. NO PRACTITIONER-PATIENT RELATIONSHIP

PHONE, EMAIL & DIGITAL COMMUNICATION: Speaking with us via telephone, subscribing to our newsletter, or sending a message through our contact form does not create a practitioner-patient relationship. Information provided through these channels is for general educational purposes only.

A formal relationship is only established after a completed clinical intake and a signed informed consent for services.

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If your medical condition changes or worsens after interacting with this Site or speaking with us by phone, seek immediate medical attention from your primary care physician or an urgent care facility.

4. HERBAL MEDICINE & NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

Any herbal, nutritional, or dietary information provided on this Site is rooted in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) principles.

Not a Clinical Prescription: This information is intended for educational purposes and does not constitute a diagnosis or treatment plan for any specific health condition.

Consult Your Healthcare Team: Before making significant changes to your diet, supplement regimen, or herbal protocol, please consult with your physician or licensed healthcare provider.

Individual Reactions: We are not responsible for any adverse reactions resulting from the use of any herbal formulas, supplements, recipes, or dietary suggestions discussed on this Site or via phone.

Statements regarding traditional herbal formulas or nutritional supplements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Such products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

5. PATIENT REVIEWS & TESTIMONIALS

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Authenticity: All reviews are from verified clients. No reviewers have been incentivized for their feedback.

Individual results may vary. We do not claim, and you should not assume, that all clients will have the same experiences or outcomes.

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7. NO GUARANTEE OF RESULTS

While acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine are used to support various health goals, we make no guarantees or warranties regarding the specific outcome of any treatment or advice provided through this Site or in a clinical session.

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