Beware the uninformed

mccindy72

Just a quick rant here. There seem to be quite a few people who peruse the forums simply looking for someone to argue with. It's not a very intelligent decision if you attack someone who actually knows what they are talking about, because if you would just listen and learn, you might find ways to be healthier. The internet is full of trash blogs and studies that are completely inaccurate. In order to find the best information, you need to stick to medical websites, or talk to those who are experts in the field, or have a lot of training and education.
I myself work in the medical field and have for many years. I've studied diet and fitness as well, independently of my job, for college courses and for my own benefit. Just because someone tells you something in a forum, please don't assume they know what they are talking about. Please take the time to ask them what their expertise is in the area about which you are receiving information and advice.

Runner5AbelTownship

In for the ironing.

GGDaddy

There seem to be quite a few people who peruse the forums simply looking for someone to argue with.

NO THERE AREN'T! :mad:

ninerbuff

If people just listened to me, there wouldn't be a problem.:laugh:

A.C.E. Certified Personal/Group FitnessTrainer
IDEA Fitness member
Kickboxing Certified Instructor
Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition

twixlepennie

If people just listened to me, there wouldn't be a problem.:laugh:

A.C.E. Certified Personal/Group FitnessTrainer
IDEA Fitness member
Kickboxing Certified Instructor
Been in fitness for 30 years and have studied kinesiology and nutrition

+1 :bigsmile:

yogicarl

- as a source of training and nutritional information, My Fitness Pal is a very good internet tool for logging daily food intake and exercise.

Oh - and there are some nice friends on here too.

Mia_RagazzaTosta

Oh.

TheSlorax

can you please describe the difference between "informed" and "uninformed"? what credentials and education does one need to have in order to be "informed"? can this knowledge be obtained by reading and analyzing peer reviewed, scientific studies?

thanks for the clarification OP.

Pearsquared

There seem to be quite a few people who peruse the forums simply looking for someone to argue with.

NO THERE AREN'T! :mad:

YES THERE ARE! I will now commence criticizing parts of your personality that are totally unrelated to this argument.

BrainyBurro

Posts by members, moderators and admins should not be considered medical advice and no guarantee is made against accuracy.

^ this disclaimer is at the bottom of every forum page.

cmriverside

Thanks, OP.

Pretty much goes for all of life, wouldn't you say? Some of the stuff "taught" in colleges is total bunk.

nomeejerome

Critical thinking skills are pretty awesome.

TX_Rhon

I'm in for the asking someone to explain their expertise, the differing of opinions that will ensue and well, the science!!!

:drinker:

KANGOOJUMPS

wheres the popcorn?
and whiskey?

delicious_cocktail

The point of the OP is lost on me. TL;DR = don't believe everything you read?

randomtai

Um. K.

SCV34

Just a quick rant here. There seem to be quite a few people who peruse the forums simply looking for someone to argue with. It's not a very intelligent decision if you attack someone who actually knows what they are talking about, because if you would just listen and learn, you might find ways to be healthier. The internet is full of trash blogs and studies that are completely inaccurate. In order to find the best information, you need to stick to medical websites, or talk to those who are experts in the field, or have a lot of training and education.
I myself work in the medical field and have for many years. I've studied diet and fitness as well, independently of my job, for college courses and for my own benefit. Just because someone tells you something in a forum, please don't assume they know what they are talking about. Please take the time to ask them what their expertise is in the area about which you are receiving information and advice.

Agreed on the first point about people simply wanting to argue. I encountered that myself a few days ago when I posted a subject/question about lifting. The other thing I have noticed is it would seem people are on here looking for something other than fitness and health advice, you can draw your on conclusion on what I am talking about.

da_bears10089

Just a quick rant here. There seem to be quite a few people who peruse the forums simply looking for someone to argue with. It's not a very intelligent decision if you attack someone who actually knows what they are talking about, because if you would just listen and learn, you might find ways to be healthier. The internet is full of trash blogs and studies that are completely inaccurate. In order to find the best information, you need to stick to medical websites, or talk to those who are experts in the field, or have a lot of training and education.
I myself work in the medical field and have for many years. I've studied diet and fitness as well, independently of my job, for college courses and for my own benefit. Just because someone tells you something in a forum, please don't assume they know what they are talking about. Please take the time to ask them what their expertise is in the area about which you are receiving information and advice.

stop assuming that you are the only one that knows what they are talking about just because you work in the medical field. a lot of individuals have outdated knowledge

fallenoaks50

Just a quick rant here. There seem to be quite a few people who peruse the forums simply looking for someone to argue with. It's not a very intelligent decision if you attack someone who actually knows what they are talking about, because if you would just listen and learn, you might find ways to be healthier. The internet is full of trash blogs and studies that are completely inaccurate. In order to find the best information, you need to stick to medical websites, or talk to those who are experts in the field, or have a lot of training and education.
I myself work in the medical field and have for many years. I've studied diet and fitness as well, independently of my job, for college courses and for my own benefit. Just because someone tells you something in a forum, please don't assume they know what they are talking about. Please take the time to ask them what their expertise is in the area about which you are receiving information and advice.

So if we just listen and learn from you because you've studied nutrition, we'll all be healthier? Good to know.

Mia_RagazzaTosta

Just a quick rant here. There seem to be quite a few people who peruse the forums simply looking for someone to argue with. It's not a very intelligent decision if you attack someone who actually knows what they are talking about, because if you would just listen and learn, you might find ways to be healthier. The internet is full of trash blogs and studies that are completely inaccurate. In order to find the best information, you need to stick to medical websites, or talk to those who are experts in the field, or have a lot of training and education.
I myself work in the medical field and have for many years. I've studied diet and fitness as well, independently of my job, for college courses and for my own benefit. Just because someone tells you something in a forum, please don't assume they know what they are talking about. Please take the time to ask them what their expertise is in the area about which you are receiving information and advice.

stop assuming that you are the only one that knows what they are talking about just because you work in the medical field. a lot of individuals have outdated knowledge

Word.

I work in the medical field and I didn't/don't know anything diet and fitness related. I can deliver a baby like nobody's business, though.

Phoenix_Warrior

In to be informed by a random Internet stranger claiming to be a medical professional.

GGDaddy

There seem to be quite a few people who peruse the forums simply looking for someone to argue with.

NO THERE AREN'T! :mad:

YES THERE ARE! I will now commence criticizing parts of your personality that are totally unrelated to this argument.

NO THERE AREN'T!! I shall now begin attacking strawman arguments you didn't make and searching for minor spelling errers to critisize.

Mr_Bad_Example

Cranquistador

Is sugar bad for you?

BrainyBurro

Just a quick rant here. There seem to be quite a few people who peruse the forums simply looking for someone to argue with. It's not a very intelligent decision if you attack someone who actually knows what they are talking about, because if you would just listen and learn, you might find ways to be healthier. The internet is full of trash blogs and studies that are completely inaccurate. In order to find the best information, you need to stick to medical websites, or talk to those who are experts in the field, or have a lot of training and education.
I myself work in the medical field and have for many years. I've studied diet and fitness as well, independently of my job, for college courses and for my own benefit. Just because someone tells you something in a forum, please don't assume they know what they are talking about. Please take the time to ask them what their expertise is in the area about which you are receiving information and advice.

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mccindy72

can you please describe the difference between "informed" and "uninformed"? what credentials and education does one need to have in order to be "informed"? can this knowledge be obtained by reading and analyzing peer reviewed, scientific studies?

thanks for the clarification OP.

Anyone who has done research involving credible sources is informed. I don't think it requires any type of credentials to be informed, it's just about knowing the real facts about things and not continuing to propagate belief in information that is not correct. I'm the first person to admit if I am incorrect about something, especially if someone can give me new information. I have an issue with closed-minded people who just assume that what they know or have heard is the truth and won't listen to a rational discussion that might include new information.

Marcia315

Is sugar bad for you?

It's the debbil.

Phoenix_Warrior

Is sugar bad for you?

It's the debbil.

Nuh. What about that stuff from nature?

ryry_

OP's name is MCcindy. Coincidence? I think not.

Your Pro McDonald's propaganda is not wanted here. Go back under your golden arches you scorpion woman!

mccindy72

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stop assuming that you are the only one that knows what they are talking about just because you work in the medical field. a lot of individuals have outdated knowledge
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If you read my entire post you would have noticed I did not say simply that I work in the medical field. I also said that I have done extensive research outside of my profession, both for educational and personal reasons. I continue to do research all the time to learn the newest information and am always open to learn from others who also have knowledge and experience. I've never assumed I'm the only one who knows what I am talking about. What I am noticing is that there are a lot of ignorant, uninformed people who like to share their opinion and then be close-minded about learning anything new during a follow-up discussion.

Ophidion