SUMMARY DISCLOSURE STATEMENTS
Consent Acknowledgment
By using this website, purchasing products, viewing articles or videos, or participating in appointments (in person, by phone, or via Zoom) with Brad Southwick or his associates, I acknowledge that Brad Southwick, doing business as Southwick Health Ranch, is not a licensed healthcare provider in the State of Texas or elsewhere. All information and services are provided for educational and traditional wellness purposes only. I understand that these offerings do not constitute licensed medical care and agree to consult a qualified healthcare provider for the diagnosis, treatment, or management of any health condition. I take full responsibility for how I choose to use any information or recommendations provided.
General Disclaimer
Southwick Health Ranch offers wellness services, dietary guidance, and handcrafted herbal products grounded in traditional Ayurvedic and holistic practices. These services and products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease and are not a substitute for medical care. Brad Southwick (also known as Khabir) is not a licensed medical doctor or mental health professional. Always seek the advice of a licensed healthcare provider for any medical concerns.
Product Disclaimer
Herbal products provided or recommended by Southwick Health Ranch are for educational and traditional wellness support only. These products have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Do not use herbal products as a replacement for medical treatment. Always consult your physician before using any herbal remedy, especially if pregnant, nursing, taking prescription medications, or managing a diagnosed medical condition.
Traditional Use Notice:
All claims regarding the effects of our herbal products are based on their traditional use in Ayurvedic and historical herbal systems. These statements are for educational purposes only and are not intended to substitute for medical advice.
Liability Statement
It is understood that Brad Southwick (Khabir), operating as Southwick Health Ranch, is not a licensed physician, psychologist, psychotherapist, or dietitian. All consultations, recommendations, and content (digital or otherwise) are provided solely for educational purposes. By engaging with this website or receiving any form of service, you accept full responsibility for your health choices and agree that no legal liability shall be held against Brad Southwick or Southwick Health Ranch. These services are not intended to replace licensed medical care and are undertaken at your discretion and risk.
COMPLETE DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
Brad Southwick (aka Khabir), d/b/a Southwick Health Ranch
1. Texas Law Compliance (Occupations Code, Chapter 704)
Texas law (Sec. 704.052) requires this written disclosure on websites, billing, and consent forms.
Texas does not license complementary/alternative health care practitioners, including Ayurveda, herbalists, or lifestyle coaches.
I am not a medical doctor, registered dietitian, licensed nutritionist, or mental health professional in Texas.
I do not diagnose, treat, prescribe, or provide medical or mental-health services.
Clients are encouraged to seek licensed medical advice for any serious health or mental health conditions.
2. Product & Service Disclaimer
All products offered are dietary supplements (herbal teas, spices, oils, etc.) prepared in a home cottage industry, not in capsules.
These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Consult a licensed healthcare provider for medical diagnosis or treatment.
Discussions of body, mind, spirit structure/function are educational and protected under First Amendment speech and DSHEA (1994), not prescribing for disease (21 U.S.C. §343(r)(6); 21 C.F.R. §101.93).
3. FDA & DSHEA Compliance
- FDA Disclaimer:
The statements in this website and consultation materials have not been evaluated by the FDA. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. - DSHEA Reference:
Traditional herbal products are classified as food supplements, not drugs. - Legal Precedents:
In Pearson v. Shalala (164 F.3d 650, D.C. Cir. 1999), the court allowed structure/function claims if accompanied by a disclaimer: “The evidence… is inconclusive.”
I support my right to share qualified traditional herbal information under DSHEA and the First Amendment
4. Content & Testimonial Disclosure
Website content, blogs, videos, and consultations are solely for education and not medical advice.
Testimonials reflect individual experiences and are not guarantees of results.
User reliance on information is entirely at their own risk; for emergencies, contact 911 or a doctor.
5. Liability & Warranty Limitation
Products/services are provided “as is”, with no express or implied warranties.
Southwick Health Ranch is not liable for any damages arising from use of information or products, including incidental or consequential loss.
6. COVID-19 Notice
No services or products offered are intended to diagnose, treat, or prevent COVID-19 or its symptoms.
7. Business Declaration
This business is operated solely for the personal livelihood of Brad Southwick, doing business as Southwick Health Ranch, and is conducted in the State of Texas, United States of America.
CITATIONS & LEGAL REFERENCES (for records)
Texas Occupations Code, Chapter 704 (Sec. 704.001, .003, .051, .052)
21 U.S.C. §343(r)(6) and 21 C.F.R. §101.93 (FDA definitions & structure/function claims)
DSHEA, Public Law 103‑417 (1994)
Pearson v. Shalala, 164 F.3d 650 (D.C. Cir. 1999)
