General Information Purpose

Everything on Simply Taster – our recipes, cooking tips, meal prep guides, and nutritional information – is provided for informational and educational purposes only. We share what we’ve learned through our own cooking experience and testing, but this doesn’t replace professional advice tailored to your specific situation.

Our content is designed to help home cooks create delicious, protein-rich meals. However, every person’s dietary needs, health conditions, cooking skills, and kitchen setup are different. What works perfectly in our test kitchens might need adjustments in yours.

High Protein & Nutrition Disclaimers

Not Medical or Nutritional Advice: Our team consists of passionate food enthusiasts and content creators, not licensed healthcare professionals. None of our content should be considered medical, nutritional, or dietary advice.

Nutritional Information Accuracy

When we provide nutritional information for our recipes:

• Estimates only: All nutrition data are approximations based on standard ingredient databases
• Ingredient variations: Different brands, preparation methods, and portion sizes can significantly change nutritional values
• Calculation limitations: Cooking methods, ingredient substitutions, and measurement differences affect accuracy
• No guarantees: We cannot guarantee the precision of any nutritional information provided

Dietary Restrictions and Allergies

While we often mention dietary considerations, always verify ingredient safety yourself:

• Allergen responsibility: Check all ingredient labels for allergens relevant to you or your family
• Cross-contamination: Consider manufacturing processes and kitchen cross-contamination risks
• Dietary compliance: Verify that ingredients meet your specific dietary requirements (keto, paleo, vegan, etc.)
• Medical conditions: Consult healthcare providers about dietary restrictions related to medical conditions

Weight Loss and Fitness Goals

Our high protein recipes are designed to support various lifestyle goals, but:

• Individual results vary based on countless personal factors
• No food or recipe guarantees specific health or fitness outcomes
• Sustainable lifestyle changes require personalized professional guidance
• Consult healthcare providers before making significant dietary changes

No Professional Relationship

Using Simply Taster’s recipes or content doesn’t create any professional relationship between you and our team. We’re not:

• Your nutritionist or dietitian: We can’t provide personalized nutrition advice
• Your personal trainer: Our fitness-related content is general information only
• Your doctor: We can’t address health conditions or medical dietary needs
• Your food safety inspector: You’re responsible for safe food handling in your kitchen

If you have specific health conditions, dietary restrictions, or nutrition goals, please consult qualified healthcare professionals who can provide personalized advice based on your individual circumstances.

Cooking Safety and Food Handling

Kitchen Safety First: Cooking involves inherent risks including burns, cuts, foodborne illness, and equipment malfunctions. Always prioritize safety in your kitchen.

Food Safety Responsibilities

While our recipes include basic safety guidelines, you are responsible for:

• Proper food handling: Following safe storage, thawing, and preparation practices
• Cooking temperatures: Using food thermometers to ensure proteins reach safe internal temperatures
• Equipment safety: Operating all kitchen equipment according to manufacturer instructions
• Ingredient freshness: Checking expiration dates and ingredient quality
• Personal limitations: Working within your skill level and kitchen capabilities

Recipe Modifications

When you modify our recipes:

• Ingredient substitutions may affect food safety, cooking times, and nutritional content
• We can’t guarantee results for modified versions
• Use your best judgment about food safety when making changes
• Consider consulting cooking resources specific to your modifications

Results Not Guaranteed

We test every recipe extensively, but cooking success depends on many variables beyond our control:

Factors Affecting Recipe Results

• Equipment differences: Oven temperatures, stovetop heat levels, and appliance variations
• Ingredient quality: Brand differences, freshness, and seasonal variations
• Skill levels: Cooking experience and technique variations
• Environmental factors: Altitude, humidity, and kitchen temperature
• Measurement accuracy: Different measuring tools and techniques
• Personal preferences: Taste preferences and texture expectations

What We Can’t Control

We can’t guarantee that:

• Your finished dish will look exactly like our photos
• Cooking times will be identical in your kitchen
• You’ll achieve the same nutritional outcomes
• The recipe will meet your personal taste preferences
• Ingredient substitutions will work as expected

Our Commitment: While we can’t guarantee results, we do promise to provide thoroughly tested recipes with clear instructions. If something doesn’t work for you, email us at karen.foster@simplytaster.com – we genuinely want to help troubleshoot and improve our recipes.

External Links Policy

Simply Taster includes links to other websites, cooking resources, and product recommendations. We’re not responsible for:

Third-Party Websites

• Content accuracy: Information on external sites may be outdated or incorrect
• Privacy practices: Other sites have their own privacy policies and data handling
• Product quality: We can’t guarantee the quality of products we link to
• Availability: External links may become broken or content may be removed
• Pricing: Product prices and availability change frequently

Affiliate Link Disclosure

When we include affiliate links:

• We clearly disclose all affiliate relationships
• We only recommend products our team actually uses and tests
• You pay the same price whether you use our link or not
• Your purchase decisions are entirely your own
• We earn a small commission if you purchase through our links

Content Accuracy and Updates

Recipe Testing and Accuracy

We strive for accuracy in all our content, but:

• Continuous improvement: We regularly update recipes based on reader feedback and retesting
• Error correction: If we discover mistakes, we fix them promptly and note the updates
• Seasonal adjustments: Some recipes may need tweaks based on seasonal ingredient variations
• Equipment updates: Cooking techniques may evolve as kitchen technology changes

Information Currency

Nutritional science, food safety guidelines, and cooking techniques evolve over time. While we update our content regularly:

• Some older posts may not reflect current best practices
• Nutritional recommendations may change based on new research
• Product recommendations may become outdated
• Always verify current food safety guidelines with official sources

Content Updates: When we make significant corrections to recipes or nutritional information, we note the changes and update dates. Check the “Last Updated” date on recipes for the most current information.

Special Dietary Considerations

Medical Conditions

If you have medical conditions that affect your diet:

• Diabetes: Monitor blood sugar responses to new recipes and ingredients
• Heart conditions: Consider sodium content and consult your cardiologist about dietary changes
• Kidney disease: Be aware of protein and mineral content in our high-protein recipes
• Digestive issues: Introduce new foods gradually and monitor your body’s response
• Food allergies: Always verify ingredient safety with manufacturers when in doubt

Pregnancy and Nursing

If you’re pregnant or nursing:

• Consult your healthcare provider about dietary changes and protein needs
• Be extra cautious about food safety, especially with proteins
• Some ingredients may not be recommended during pregnancy
• Nutritional needs vary significantly during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Children’s Diets

When cooking our recipes for children:

• Consider age-appropriate portion sizes and nutritional needs
• Be aware of choking hazards in ingredients and preparation methods
• Consult pediatric guidelines for children’s protein requirements
• Monitor for allergic reactions when introducing new ingredients

User-Generated Content

Our recipe comments, photo submissions, and social media interactions include user-generated content. We’re not responsible for:

• Accuracy of user recipe modifications or results
• Safety of cooking techniques suggested by users
• Nutritional claims made by community members
• User-submitted photos or content accuracy
• Interactions between community members

While we moderate our community to maintain a helpful environment, users are responsible for their own contributions and interactions.

Supplement and Product Recommendations

Not Medical Advice: Our mentions of protein powders, supplements, or health products are based on personal experience and general research, not medical recommendations.

When we discuss supplements or health products:

• Consult healthcare providers before starting any new supplements
• Individual responses to supplements vary significantly
• We’re not qualified to recommend supplements for medical conditions
• Product formulations and quality can change over time
• Always read product labels and follow manufacturer instructions

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Simply Taster and SimplyTaster LLC are not liable for any damages resulting from:

• Use of our recipes, cooking tips, or nutritional information
• Kitchen accidents, burns, cuts, or other cooking-related injuries
• Foodborne illnesses or adverse reactions to ingredients
• Failure to achieve expected recipe results or health outcomes
• Reliance on user-generated content or external links
• Website technical issues or content availability

Your use of Simply Taster is at your own risk and responsibility.

Geographic Considerations

Simply Taster is created by a US-based team, and our content reflects:

• US food safety standards: Our guidelines follow USDA and FDA recommendations
• Ingredient availability: Products mentioned may not be available worldwide
• Measurement systems: We primarily use US customary units with metric conversions
• Seasonal considerations: Growing seasons and ingredient availability vary by region

International users should verify that our food safety guidelines, product recommendations, and cooking techniques are appropriate for their location.