Terms and Conditions

During your initial consultation, your Nutritional Therapist will review these terms of business with you. If you have any questions or need clarification, please don’t hesitate to ask. At this stage, you will be asked to sign to confirm your agreement to our terms and conditions. In your first session, we will discuss and establish the support you need. Together, we’ll set goals and review your progress regularly to ensure your needs are met. 

Payment 

Payments can be made via BACS, or through the online payment system. 

Cancellations 

  • A 100% cancellation charge applies if appointments are cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice.
  • Missed appointments (non-attendance) will also be charged in full.
  • If you need to cancel an appointment, please notify your Nutritional Therapist Barbara Zacharuk as soon as possible to reschedule. You can do this by emailing: basia.zacharuk@outlook.com.
  • If Barbara Zacharuk cancels an appointment with less than 24 hours’ notice, a 50% fee reduction will be applied to your next appointment.

For online consultations, it is your responsibility to ensure you have a working internet connection. Full charges will apply for sessions that cannot proceed due to connectivity issues on your end. There are no additional charges for phone consultations to UK landline or mobile numbers. 

Confidentiality 

At NutriKin, client confidentiality is treated with the utmost seriousness. However, there are some limits and exceptions: 

  • If there are serious concerns about your safety or the safety of another person, confidentiality may need to be adjusted.
  • At your initial consultation, you will be asked to provide your GP’s contact details, as they may need to be contacted if necessary.

NutriKin keeps a secure record of your name, contact details, and appointment dates and times. Brief notes regarding the focus of your consultations will also be securely stored. Reports produced by NutriKin for evaluation purposes are anonymized and will not include any identifying information. For more details, please refer to our Privacy Policy. 

Scope of Practice 

At NutriKin, our Nutritional Therapists follow the ethical framework of the Association of Naturopathic Practitioners. 

  • Nutritional Therapy applies science-based nutrition to support health, peak performance, and personalized care.
  • It is a complementary practice that works alongside medical advice, addressing nutritional imbalances to support the body’s natural processes.
  • Nutritional advice is tailored to each client, focusing on their unique health concerns and goals.

Nutritional therapy will never replace medical advice and we will always refer clients with red-flag symptoms to a medical professional. We frequently collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure cohesive care. 

Important Notes for Clients 

  • Results from Nutritional Therapy may vary between individuals.
  • Nutritional Therapists do not diagnose or claim to treat medical conditions.
  • Nutritional advice is not a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment.
  • Food supplements and/or functional testing may be recommended as part of your programme; your therapist may receive a commission from these products or services.
  • Professional practice is governed by the The General Naturopathic Council Code of Conduct.

If your therapist needs to recommend services outside of the scope of Nutritional Therapy, this will be made clear, and appropriate referrals will be provided. 

Client Agreement 

By working with Barbara Zacharuk /NutriKin, you agree to the following: 

  • I am responsible for contacting my GP regarding any health concerns.
  • I give permission for Barbara Zacharuk to contact my GP about agreed aspects of my case.
  • I will inform my GP about any nutritional programme or strategy provided by Barbara Zacharuk to avoid potential conflicts with existing treatments.
  • I will notify my Nutritional Therapist about any medical diagnosis, medications, herbal remedies, or supplements I am taking.
  • If I am unclear about any part of my nutritional programme, I will promptly seek clarification.
  • I will contact Barbara Zacharuk if I wish to extend any supplement programme beyond the agreed period to avoid potential adverse effects.
  • I understand that recording consultations without written consent from both myself and my therapist is prohibited.

Affiliate Disclosure 

As part of my commitment to providing high-quality, evidence-based recommendations, I may suggest specific supplements or products that align with your nutritional and health needs. Some of these recommendations may include affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you purchase through these links. 

Please note: 

  • There is no additional cost to you for purchasing through these links.
  • Any commission earned helps support my continued learning, professional development, and the ability to offer the best possible service to my clients.

Your trust is important to me, and I only recommend products I genuinely believe in and that meet rigorous quality standards.