Privacy Policy 

Privacy Policy for Food First Nutrition

Effective Date: 1st December 2025

At Food First Nutrition, your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, store, and protect your personal information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).

1. Who We Are

Food First Nutrition is a freelance nutrition consultancy based in Sussex, UK, providing personalised nutrition advice to individuals, families, athletes, and corporate clients.

Contact Information:

• Email: hello@food1stnutrition.co.uk
• Address: Silver Lane , Billingshurst, West Sussex

2. What Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

• Identity Data: Name, date of birth, gender
• Contact Data: Email address, phone number, postal address
• Health Data: Medical history, dietary habits, allergies, lifestyle information (only with your explicit consent)
• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, and usage data (if using our website)
• Marketing Preferences: Your preferences in receiving marketing from us

3. How We Collect Your Data

We collect data through:

• Direct interactions (e.g., consultations, forms, emails)
• Website interactions (e.g., cookies, contact forms)

4. Why We Collect Your Data

We use your data to:

• Provide personalised nutrition advice and services
• Manage appointments and communications
• Maintain client records securely
• Comply with legal and professional obligations
• Send relevant updates or marketing (only with your consent)

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your data under the following lawful bases:

• Consent – for collecting and using health-related data
• Contract – to deliver our services
• Legal Obligation – to comply with regulatory requirements
• Legitimate Interests – to improve our services and client experience

6. Data Sharing and Third Parties

We do not sell or rent your data. We may share your data with:

• Healthcare professionals (only with your consent)
• Service providers (e.g., secure email or booking platforms)
• Legal or regulatory authorities (if required by law)

All third parties are required to respect the security of your data and treat it in accordance with the law.

7. Data Retention

We retain your personal data for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes we collected it for, including legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. Typically, client records are kept for 7 years after the last consultation.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Access your personal data
• Request correction or deletion
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Object to processing
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

9. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your data, including encrypted storage, secure email communication, and access controls.

10. Cookies and Website Use

Our website may use cookies to enhance user experience. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website or upon request.