INFORMED CONSENT AND LIABILITY WAIVER

 

You are seeking health guidance and hereby attest to the following:

1. I fully understand that the House of Waris Tea and Spice Company LLC’s herbalist is not a licensed medical doctor, does not diagnose or treat disease, and that I am not here for medical, diagnostic or treatment procedures. House of Waris Tea and Spice Company LLC does not make these choices for the guest but provides educational resources in the historic and traditional uses of herbs.
2. Suggestions and treatments offered for my own well-being and are not intended to take the place of qualified professional medical care, including the diagnosed treatment of named diseases. Please consult your medical care provider before using herbal medicine, particularly if you have a known medical condition or if you are pregnant or nursing.
3. I am responsible for my own health. As with conventional medicine, herbal medicine is vast and complex, and must be used responsibly. People react differently to different remedies. Some herbs are contraindicated with certain pharmaceutical drugs.  Further, some helpful herbs may be confused with harmful and/or deadly substances.  
4. I agree that all nutritional supplements, herbs, extracts, remedies, etc. are taken at my own risk. As with any ingested substance, allergic reaction is a possibility in some individuals. I have been informed of the risks and consequences involved.
5. I agree that I and my heirs, guardians, legal representatives and assigns will not make claim or file any action against myself or any members of House of Waris Tea and Spice Company LLC for injury or damage resulting from negligence or other acts, whatsoever, caused in connection with my consultation. I also understand that House of Waris Tea and Spice Company LLC will not be held responsible for errors/ ingredients on the part of any manufacturer or supplier of products offered.

I have carefully read this agreement and fully understand the content. I am aware that this is a waiver and release of potential liability and a contract between House of Waris Tea and Spice Company LLC and myself and consent of my own free will.