Detailed User Obligations
A. Content Submission Guidelines
When submitting user-generated content:
- Citation Requirements
- Traditional knowledge: Must attribute to at least two documented sources
- Modern adaptations: Peer-reviewed study references required
- Personal anecdotes: Clearly marked as such
- Prohibited Content
- Medical claims about curing diseases (violates FDA guidelines)
- Dosages exceeding 3x the recommended amount in The Modern Herbal Dispensatory
- Unverified safety claims about essential oil ingestion
B. Intellectual Property Framework
User Content Licensing
By submitting material, you grant us:
- A perpetual, worldwide license to display and adapt content
- Rights to create derivative educational materials
Our Copyright Protections
All original content is:
- Registered with the U.S. Copyright Office
- Protected by Copyscape and other plagiarism detection services
- Subject to immediate DMCA takedown procedures if infringed
Liability Limitations
Health Disclaimer
We explicitly state that:
- No content constitutes medical advice under HIPAA regulations
- Essential oil recommendations follow Tisserand Institute safety guidelines
- Herbal protocols are designed for generally healthy adults
Financial Responsibility
Users agree:
- To bear all costs of medical consultations before trying remedies
- That we’re not liable for supply chain issues affecting ingredient quality
- To assume responsibility for improper remedy preparation