Privacy Policy

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you voluntarily provide to us, including:

• Contact information — first name, last name, email address, phone number
• Health and wellness interests — self-reported wellness goals you share through our forms or consultations (e.g., weight management, gut health, GLP-1 interest)
• Communication preferences — your opt-in choices for email and SMS marketing
• Device and usage data — IP address, browser type, pages visited, time on site (collected automatically via cookies and analytics tools)

We do not collect, store, or process protected health information (PHI) as defined by HIPAA. Cristi Thorns acts as a wellness educator and referral guide, not as your treating medical provider.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

• Respond to your inquiries and schedule consultations
• Send you wellness tips, product updates, and promotional content via email and/or SMS (with your consent)
• Refer you to trusted third-party telehealth providers (XMD Wellness) when you express interest in GLP-1 or peptide therapy — with your explicit permission
• Process and fulfill supplement-related purchases through XYNGULAR
• Improve our website content and user experience
• Comply with applicable laws and regulations

3. Third Parties We Work With

We may share your information with the following trusted partners only as necessary to deliver our services:

• XYNGULAR — our supplement partner; when you shop through our links, their privacy policy governs your transaction
• XMD Wellness — our telehealth referral partner for GLP-1 and peptide therapy
• GoHighLevel (GHL) — our CRM and marketing platform that stores your contact information and manages our email/SMS communications
• Google Analytics — anonymous website usage analytics

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to any third party for their independent marketing purposes.

4. SMS and Email Marketing

By opting in to our newsletter or checking the SMS consent box on any of our forms, you agree to receive communications from Healthy Habits with Cristi. These may include wellness tips, product announcements, and promotional offers.

• You can unsubscribe from emails at any time by clicking "Unsubscribe" at the bottom of any email
• You can opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying STOP to any text message
• Message and data rates may apply
• See our SMS Consent Policy for full details

5. Cookies

Our website uses cookies — small text files stored on your device — to improve your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and analyze site traffic. You may disable cookies in your browser settings, though this may affect some website functionality.

6. Data Security

We take reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, loss, or disclosure. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has submitted information to us, please contact us immediately.

8. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access the personal information we hold about you
• Request correction of inaccurate data
• Request deletion of your data (subject to certain legal obligations)
• Opt out of marketing communications at any time

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information below.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. Your continued use of our website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

10. Health Disclaimer

The content on this website is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended to replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Cristi Thorns is a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) acting in a wellness educator and referral capacity — not as your treating medical provider. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your health routine.