@helpnywhereucan- I'm not so sure that we all rely on external factors but rather ignore recommendations by medical and health professionals. When the food pyramid was revised, and has since then been the "bible" for a more beneficial health regime, too many people have ignored it. I do agree that we have to take good long looks at ourselves to determine if we want to stay unwell or feel better and to make changes to correct their situation. Unfortunately too many people do not do research either so they do not know where to begin and might give up.
I'm glad that you are feeling quite. How would you address others here how to begin to take care of themselves more?