Terms of Service — Instructor JP Diet

1. Acceptance of Terms

By downloading, installing, or using the Instructor JP Diet app ("the App"), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these Terms, do not use the App.

Instructor JP Diet is created and maintained by Jose Pablo Camacho Alvarado, an NSCA-Certified Personal Trainer (NSCA-CPT) with Harvard Medical School Executive Education in Nutrition, bringing over 5.5 years of personal nutrition logging experience with 99.99% adherence.

2. Nutritional Disclaimer (Read Carefully)

2.1 Consult a Healthcare Professional

You should consult with a qualified healthcare professional, registered dietitian, or nutritionist before making significant changes to your diet, especially if you:

• Have any medical conditions (diabetes, kidney disease, etc.)
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Have food allergies or intolerances
• Take medications that interact with certain foods or nutrients
• Have a history of eating disorders
• Are significantly overweight or underweight

2.2 General Information Only

The nutritional values in the App's food database are provided for general informational purposes. Actual nutritional content may vary based on brand, preparation method, serving size, and other factors. The App is not a substitute for professional dietary guidance.

3. Eating Disorders Warning

3.1 Intended Use

Instructor JP Diet is designed to help users maintain awareness of their nutritional intake as part of a healthy lifestyle. It is NOT intended to promote restrictive eating, obsessive calorie counting, or unhealthy relationships with food.

3.2 If You Have or Suspect an Eating Disorder

If you have a history of eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, binge eating, orthorexia, etc.) or find that tracking calories triggers unhealthy thoughts or behaviors, please:

• Stop using the App
• Seek help from a qualified mental health professional
• Contact eating disorder helplines in your country

Your mental health is more important than calorie tracking. The creator of this App encourages healthy, sustainable approaches to nutrition.

4. Use of the App

• Personal Use: The App is provided for personal, non-commercial use only.
• Age Requirement: Instructor JP Diet is not designed for minors under 13 years of age. Users under 18 should use the App under parental guidance.
• Honest Logging: For accurate tracking, log all foods consumed. The App is only as useful as the data you provide.
• Balanced Approach: Use the App as one tool among many for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Do not rely solely on calorie counting for health decisions.

5. Food Database

5.1 Curated Content

The App includes a food database of 8,700+ items curated over 14 years, including 900+ Latin American and Costa Rican foods rarely found in other databases. This database was created by a certified professional for accuracy and regional relevance.

5.2 Data Sources

Nutritional data comes from multiple sources including official food composition databases, manufacturer labels, and professional calculations. While we strive for accuracy, variations may exist.

5.3 User Responsibility

Users are responsible for:

• Verifying nutritional information for specific products they consume
• Checking labels for allergens and dietary restrictions
• Adjusting portion sizes to match their actual consumption

6. Data and Privacy

Your use of the App is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your nutrition data. Key points:

• We do not sell your data
• Nutrition logs are stored locally on your device by default
• Ecosystem sync with Training JP is optional and requires your consent
• You can delete your data at any time
• No account or personal identifiers required

7. Intellectual Property

All content in the Instructor JP Diet app, including but not limited to:

• The curated food database (8,700+ foods)
• Latin American and Costa Rican food entries (900+ unique items)
• Nutritional calculations and algorithms
• User interface design and branding
• Any original content and methodology

belongs to Jose Pablo Camacho Alvarado (Instructor JP) and is protected by intellectual property laws. You may not copy, extract, distribute, or commercially exploit the food database or any content from the App without written permission.

8. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Jose Pablo Camacho Alvarado and Instructor JP shall not be liable for any:

• Direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages
• Health outcomes resulting from dietary choices made using the App
• Allergic reactions or adverse effects from consuming foods
• Inaccuracies in nutritional data
• Weight gain, weight loss, or failure to achieve desired results
• Psychological effects from calorie tracking
• Loss of data or device malfunction

The App is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied.

9. Data Accuracy

9.1 Best Efforts

We make reasonable efforts to ensure the nutritional data in our database is accurate. However, we cannot guarantee 100% accuracy for all entries due to:

• Natural variations in food composition
• Changes in manufacturer formulations
• Regional differences in products
• Preparation method variations

9.2 Not for Medical Use

The App should not be used for precise dietary management of medical conditions that require exact nutritional control. Consult healthcare professionals for such needs.

10. Termination

You may stop using the App at any time by uninstalling it from your device. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the App at any time without notice. We may also terminate or restrict your access if you violate these Terms.

11. Contact

For questions about these Terms of Service, contact the creator, Jose Pablo Camacho Alvarado: