1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 This Disclaimer applies to all information, Products and Services made available by BearDen (Pty) Ltd (“the Company”, “we”, “our” or “us”), trading as BearBasix.
1.2 This Disclaimer should be read together with the Company’s Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, Cookie Policy, Returns & Refunds Policy and Shipping & Delivery Policy.
1.3 By accessing the Website or purchasing Products, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and accepted this Disclaimer.
2. EDUCATIONAL INFORMATION
2.1 The information published on this Website, including product descriptions, blog articles, educational material, guides, frequently asked questions and other content, is provided for general educational and informational purposes only.
2.2 The information published on the Website is not intended to constitute:
a. medical advice;
b. pharmaceutical advice;
c. nutritional counselling;
d. diagnosis;
e. treatment; or
f. professional healthcare advice.
2.3 Information published on the Website should not be relied upon as a substitute for consultation with an appropriately qualified healthcare professional.
3. PRODUCTS
3.1 BearBasix Products are nutritional and wellness products intended to support a healthy lifestyle.
3.2 Products should always be used strictly in accordance with:
a. the product label;
b. dosage instructions;
c. warnings;
d. precautions; and
e. any additional directions supplied with the Product.
3.3 Customers are responsible for reading all Product information before use.
3.4 Regulatory Status
BearBasix Products are supplied as complementary health and wellness products. Unless expressly stated otherwise, no information published on this Website should be interpreted as indicating that a Product has been evaluated or approved by the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) for the diagnosis, treatment, cure or prevention of any disease.
Customers should use Products only as directed and should seek advice from an appropriately qualified healthcare professional where necessary.
4. HEALTH INFORMATION
4.1 Customers should seek advice from an appropriately qualified healthcare professional before using any Product if they:
a. are pregnant;
b. are breastfeeding;
c. have a diagnosed medical condition;
d. are taking prescription medication;
e. have known allergies;
f. are preparing for surgery; or
g. have any concerns regarding the suitability of a Product.
4.2 Customers should discontinue use immediately and seek appropriate medical advice if an adverse reaction occurs.
5. RESULTS
5.1 Individual responses to nutritional supplements vary.
5.2 No representation or warranty is made that any Customer will achieve particular results through the use of any Product.
5.3 Testimonials, reviews and customer experiences published on the Website represent individual opinions and experiences only and should not be interpreted as typical or guaranteed outcomes.
6. PRODUCT INFORMATION
6.1 The Company makes reasonable efforts to ensure that Product information is accurate at the time of publication.
6.2 Manufacturers may change:
a. ingredients;
b. packaging;
c. formulations;
d. labelling;
e. directions for use;
without prior notice.
6.3 Customers should always rely on the information appearing on the Product packaging supplied.
7. ALLERGIES
7.1 Customers remain responsible for reviewing ingredient lists before using any Product.
7.2 The Company cannot guarantee that Products are free from allergens unless expressly stated by the manufacturer.
7.3 Persons with known allergies should exercise appropriate caution before using any Product.
8. WEBSITE INFORMATION
8.1 While reasonable efforts are made to maintain the Website, the Company does not warrant that:
a. all information is complete;
b. all information is current;
c. all information is free from error;
d. the Website will always be available.
8.2 The Company reserves the right to amend Website content at any time without prior notice.
9. EXTERNAL LINKS
9.1 The Website may contain links to third-party websites.
9.2 Such links are provided solely for convenience.
9.3 The Company does not control or endorse third-party websites and accepts no responsibility for their content, security or privacy practices.
10. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
10.1 Nothing contained in this Disclaimer excludes liability where such exclusion would be unlawful.
10.2 To the fullest extent permitted by South African law, the Company shall not be liable for any indirect, consequential or incidental loss arising from:
a. reliance upon information published on the Website;
b. misuse of Products;
c. failure to follow Product directions;
d. interruption of Website availability;
e. third-party services;
f. circumstances beyond the Company’s reasonable control.
10.3 Customers remain responsible for making informed decisions regarding the suitability of Products for their individual circumstances.
11. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
11.1 All content published on the Website remains the intellectual property of the Company or its licensors unless otherwise stated.
11.2 No content may be reproduced, distributed or commercially exploited without the Company’s prior written permission.
12. CHANGES TO THIS DISCLAIMER
12.1 The Company may amend this Disclaimer from time to time.
12.2 Updated versions will be published on the Website together with the revised effective date.
12.3 Continued use of the Website constitutes acknowledgement of the revised Disclaimer.
13. CONTACT DETAILS
Email: info@bearbasix.com
14. APPLICABLE LEGISLATION
This Disclaimer should be read together with:
- Consumer Protection Act, 68 of 2008;
- Protection of Personal Information Act, 4 of 2013;
- Electronic Communications and Transactions Act, 25 of 2002;
- and other applicable South African legislation.