Cyber trap #1 : mistaking sponsored links for unbiased health information
when you're on a search engine like Google for example the results or hits aren't necessarily in order of relevance or quality of information
that's because some hits are actually sponsored links that are purchased by company to appear at the top. For example type 'weight loss' on search engine and you'll get millions and millions of hits including some that are labeled as sponsored links
clicking on one of these links me take you to a commercial site one that's trying to sell you something rather than provide quality information. so pay attention the next time use a search engine
Cyber trap #2 : you don't know who is ultimately behind a website
Honest reputable websites there'll be a clear indication about the producer of the site and their purpose, this information is normally found in the About Us section.
If you can find any information on who produced the information it's best not to trust it you'll find the not-for-profit organizations Health association's government Ministries education organizations and even Hospital website identify themselves.
Cybre trap #3 : you don't know when the information was written or if it's outdated.
Healthcare professionals are always making advances when it comes to new findings about medical conditions nutrition exercise and stress reduction for example
If there's no clue as to when the online information was written or produced then it could be old news and that isn't good enough when it comes to your health. check for a copyright date date written date revise the last updated date for sure what you're reading is current.
Cyber trap # 4: putting too much faith in the online forums or chat rooms
Online support groups and forms are great for sharing personal experience and to have a conversation with the others who have common interests
with weight loss for example you'll find forms that deal with exercise, nutrition, recipes, and even offer encouragement and support
the caution here is one of form starts to get dominated by someone who insists that would work for them will work for everyone else especially you. not everyone will react the same way to identical treatments or Solutions
also consider that what is described online this sound like what you're experiencing when in actuality it isn't. others may strongly encourage you to try something extreme for example of eliminating one or more food groups that can be quite dangerous
remember you don't know these people their medical background or credentials so think twice about taking their advice especially if it seems one-sided heavy-handed or just doesn't make good sense.
Cyber trap #5 : thinking what you find online can't replace your doctor or health care provider
Used wisely, there is a wealth of excellent Resorts online has the doctor. I'm not asking you to forget the internet when it comes to health information what I'm suggesting is that you should seek professional advice because your health and wellness is very important and very individual.
ask your doctor to recommend one or more websites for some of your concerns if you do find something online that interests you print it out and bring it with you the next time you visit your docto. that way you and your doctor can discuss it in an open Manner and you can get advice is right for you.
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