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Affiliate Disclosure

The Federal Trade Commission has excellent rules to ensure "truth in advertising" so that consumers are made aware of affiliate partnerships and business owners don't make false claims about products or services. And that's a GOOD thing! If you'd like to learn more about how the FTC regulates online affiliate disclosures, your can read about them here. In the meantime, I'm going to give you an overview of Points of Origin's affiliate partnerships and what you can expect when you click on product links on this website.  
 
What's An Affiliate Link?
An affiliate link is a special URL (link) that allows an advertiser to link to a companies products so that the company can keep track of the advertiser's referrals and compensate the advertiser when they send traffic to their website and/or result in sales of their products. So the link is encoded with the affiliate's ID (usually a unique number). It does not change the cost to you, the consumer. 
 
Does The Price Change If I Click On An Affiliate Link?
No. The price is not affected by whether you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase or if you use a direct (non-affiliate) link to make your purchase.
 
Do you see my credit card details?
No. Your credit card transaction is handled through the company and has nothing to do with us. We are able to view reports that show when a qualifying purchase was made and depending on the company, we may also see what products were purchased. 
Why Do You Use Affiliate Links?
I like using affiliate links to educate people about the products I personally use or have researched so that it's easy for them to learn more about the products and purchase with a simple click of the product link at any time, day or night. It saves them time trying to find what I'm referring to and helps me share things that I believe will make their lives better. To me it is a big win and I love that most major companies (including AmazonWalmart, Home Depot, Target, and so many more) have affiliate programs now that anyone can join. 

What About Amazon Links?
I love Amazon! I refer people there as often as possible because it's such an easy way to purchase quality products. Amazon has a robust affiliate program where they reward their "Associates" for making product recommendations. It does not cost the customer any more and purchase information is private (i.e. I do not who purchases what). Amazon requires a special disclosure statement so you will see it posted throughout this website. I proudly state, “As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.” 
 
Can You Show Me Your Pages With Affiliate Links On Them?
EXAMPLE 1: I created this page to teach the value of high-dose Vitamin-C to fight against infections. Because so many people ask me what brand of Vitamin-C I recommend and there are so many different types of Vitamin-C, it made sense to just link to the exact brands I use and/or carry in my clinic. So used my Amazon Associate links as a part of the information on that webpage. Make sense?  
EXAMPLE 2: I created this page with healthy eating tips which has links to various resources. On this page you can see links to Amazon books and DVD that are affiliate links. You can also see my affiliate disclosure statement there as well. 
There are other places on my website and blog that have affiliate links. If you are every unsure or have a question please feel free to contact me at the phone, email or address listed at the bottom of this page.
 
Additional Disclaimer
This website and emails you receive from Points of Origin, PLLC, Peter Hanfileti, MD and/or Lisa Hanfileti, LAc may contain affiliate partner links that compensate our company should you make a purchase.
The information on this website and in our emails are not intended to be medical advice. The information is meant to inspire and motivate you to make your own decisions surrounding your health care and dietary needs. It is intended for educational and informational purposes only.
You should not rely upon any information found on this website or in our emails to determine dietary changes, a medical diagnosis or course of treatment. Readers should perform their own research and make decisions in partnership with their own health care providers.
Any statements or claims about the possible health benefits obtained from any foods or supplements mentioned on this website have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. 
Points of Origin, PLLC, Peter Hanfileti, MD and Lisa Hanfileti, LAc through this website and/or emails are not acting in the capacity of a doctor, licensed acupuncturist, licensed dietitian, licensed nutritionist, psychologist or other licensed or registered professional. Accordingly, Points of Origin, PLLC, Peter Hanfileti, MD and Lisa Hanfileti, LAc are not providing through this website and/or emails health care, medical or nutrition therapy services and will not diagnose, treat or cure in any manner whatsoever any disease, condition or other physical or mental ailment of the human body.
 
Contacting Us
If there are any questions regarding this privacy policy, you may contact us using the information below.
https://pointsoforigin.com/contact
18810 NE 18th St
Vancouver, Washington 98684-0969
United States
info@pointsoforigin.com
360-449-4500

 
Last Edited on 2019-04-10