The problem is knowing what's real and what's hogwash. Even for the educated layperson, it's still difficult to discern the wheat from the chaff. It's good that the information is out there, but people need to make sure they're going to the right place. All of these sites provide reputable, noncommercial health information for consumers. The main thing to keep in mind, Chihal says, is that easy fixes and miracles are hard to come by, and it's not wise to make any changes in medical care without consulting a physician.
Good health takes time and perspective, and that's what a health care professional can offer.
You can't just focus on one piece of information to make a diagnosis, and you can't be objective. That's just human nature. I know that I'm not objective about myself and even less objective about my children. Sometimes it takes someone else's perspective to make the best decision.