Safety first
Safety & Medical Disclaimer
Rootwise is an AI-assisted wellness companion created strictly for educational purposes. It is not a medical device, does not diagnose, and never replaces personal medical care.
FDA Disclaimer
This app is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It is not reviewed or approved by the FDA.
General Wellness Information Only
Rootwise provides general wellness information for educational purposes only. Suggestions inside Rootwise—foods, teas, herbs, habits, reflections—are informational tips that may help you explore gentle support for everyday wellbeing. They are not medical advice, not prescriptions, and not personalized treatment plans. Information provided may not apply to everyone, and you should interpret each idea within your own health context.
Rootwise does not provide personalised medical treatment, does not replace clinical evaluation, and cannot assess symptoms or medical conditions. Rootwise does not assess symptoms, provide medical judgement, or offer individualized health treatment.
No Guaranteed Outcomes
All suggestions are non-prescriptive and not guaranteed to achieve specific outcomes. Results may vary, and individual responses to foods, herbs, and lifestyle changes differ. We make no claims about effectiveness or specific health benefits.
Talk to Healthcare Professionals
- Consult a licensed healthcare provider before changing diet, herbs, supplements, medications, or movement routines.
- Share Rootwise notes with your care team so they can evaluate what is safe for your body, history, and culture.
- If you are pregnant, nursing, supporting a child, immunocompromised, or managing chronic conditions, professional guidance is essential.
Emergency Disclaimer
Rootwise cannot respond to emergencies. If you notice severe symptoms—chest pain, trouble breathing, sudden weakness, fainting, heavy bleeding, allergic reactions, or sudden severe headache—contact local emergency services immediately. When in doubt, seek urgent care.
Allergies & Interactions
People respond differently to foods, herbs, and routines. Some ingredients interact with medications; others trigger sensitivities or intolerances. Review labels, research contraindications, and discuss potential risks with your healthcare team before trying anything new.
Use at Your Discretion
You control what you try, modify, or skip. Rootwise offers gentle prompts to help you feel prepared for professional conversations, but implementing any idea is at your own discretion and risk. Cultural, regional, and personal contexts differ; adapt content responsibly.
Global Awareness
Rootwise is designed for a global community, with users in the EU, US, Israel, and beyond. Regulations and healthcare practices vary. Always follow local laws and prioritize advice from practitioners who know your medical history.
Nutritional Calculation Sources
Calorie and macronutrient estimates in Rootwise are based on established scientific references. These are educational estimates only and should not replace guidance from a registered dietitian or healthcare provider.
- Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR): Calculated using the Mifflin-St Jeor equation (Mifflin MD et al., Journal of the American Dietetic Association, 1990; PMID: 2305711).
- Total Daily Energy Expenditure (TDEE): Estimated by applying an activity multiplier to the BMR, based on FAO/WHO/UNU (2001) guidelines on human energy requirements.
- Nutritional content of foods: Based on the USDA FoodData Central database and AI-estimated values for unlisted foods. AI estimates may vary; log custom entries carefully.
- Macronutrient distribution: Reference ranges from the Institute of Medicine Acceptable Macronutrient Distribution Ranges (AMDRs).
Individual calorie needs vary based on age, sex, body composition, health conditions, and activity level. Rootwise's estimates are a general starting point — consult a registered dietitian for a personalised plan.
Physical Activity Defaults
The default daily 10,000-step target shown in Rootwise is a general physical-activity reference, not a personalised prescription. Individual targets should be calibrated to age, health status, and provider guidance.
- Daily step guidance: WHO global recommendations on physical activity and CDC physical activity guidelines for adults.
- Step-count research: Paluch AE et al., “Daily steps and all-cause mortality: a meta-analysis of 15 international cohorts,” The Lancet Public Health, 2022.
Sleep Guidance Sources
The 7-9 hour adult sleep range referenced in Rootwise reflects widely published population guidance. It is not a substitute for medical evaluation of sleep disorders or conditions affecting sleep.
- Adult sleep recommendations: National Sleep Foundation sleep duration recommendations.
- Consensus statement: Watson NF et al., “Recommended amount of sleep for a healthy adult,” American Academy of Sleep Medicine & Sleep Research Society (SLEEP, 2015).
- CDC guidance: CDC — How Much Sleep Do I Need?
Hydration Reference
The default 8-glass (≈2 L) daily hydration target in Rootwise is a general educational reference. Actual fluid needs vary with body size, activity, climate, pregnancy/lactation, and medical conditions.
- Fluid intake reference ranges: U.S. National Academies — Dietary Reference Intakes for Water, Potassium, Sodium, Chloride, and Sulfate (2005).
- Consumer guidance: CDC — Water & Healthier Drinks.
Wellness Score
The “Wellness Score” shown on the home screen is a non-clinical summary metric that combines several user-provided and device-provided signals (self-reported energy, sleep hours, hydration glasses, step count, logged nutrition). It is not a diagnostic index, not validated against any clinical scale, and is provided purely as a motivational snapshot.
Need professional care?
Rootwise is a companion notebook for ideas—not a clinician. Use the content to prepare thoughtful questions, then connect with doctors, nurses, midwives, therapists, or registered dietitians for specific care.
Contact the Rootwise team