Last updated: February 2026

By Your Side Nutrition Counseling values your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy describes how information is collected, used, and safeguarded when you visit our website.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with this policy, please do not use this website.

We may collect personal information that you voluntarily provide through contact forms, scheduling requests, or email communications, including:

• Name

• Email address

• Any information you voluntarily provide in messages or inquiries

We may also collect limited non‑identifying information automatically through cookies or analytics tools, such as browser type, pages visited, and time spent on the website.

We may use your information for the following purposes:

• To respond to inquiries or requests

• To provide nutrition counseling or related services

• To communicate regarding appointments, services, or updates

• To improve website functionality and user experience

• To comply with legal or regulatory obligations

We only collect information necessary to provide services and operate this website.

If you become a client of By Your Side Nutrition Counseling, any protected health information (PHI) you share will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), where applicable. Clinical information is stored and transmitted through secure, HIPAA‑compliant systems and is governed by separate informed consent and privacy documentation provided at the start of services.

Information submitted through this website contact form or standard email may not be fully secure. Please avoid sending sensitive medical information through website forms or unsecured email.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We may share limited information only when necessary to operate the practice or comply with law, including:

• Secure scheduling, payment, or electronic health record platforms

• Legal or regulatory requirements

• Protection of rights, safety, or property

All vendors used are selected with privacy and security in mind.

A cookie is a small file stored on your device by your browser. This website may use cookies and analytics tools to:

• Understand website traffic and usage patterns

• Improve functionality and performance

• Remember visitor preferences

You may adjust your browser settings to decline cookies if preferred. Some features of the website may not function fully without cookies enabled.

This website is intended for individuals age 18 and older. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we learn that information has been provided by a child under 18, we will promptly delete such information.

This website may contain links to external websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of third‑party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

We implement reasonable administrative and technical safeguards to protect personal information. However, no electronic transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure. By using this website, you acknowledge this inherent risk.

You may request to review, update, or delete personal information you have provided by contacting us directly. We will make reasonable efforts to honor such requests in accordance with applicable law.

We reserve the right to update this Privacy Policy at any time. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date. Continued use of the website constitutes acceptance of any changes.

Kimberly Gibson Lane, PhD, RDN

By Your Side Nutrition Counseling
Website: http://www.byyoursidenutrition.com
Email: info@byyoursidenutrition.com

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us using the information above.