A Guide for Practitioners and Clients
Old news or not, I couldn't resist sharing my thoughts on this fascinating subject that has been on my mind for a while. Between juggling two jobs and curvy balls (love them!), finding the time to write this post was quite the challenge. But here I am, ready to dig into the world of high-tech wonders.
The moment chat GPT went viral, a question immediately popped into my mind: "OK, how long until we are replaced by this technology?"
Like everyone else, I couldn't resist playing with it in my free time—a lot, to be precise. Me, Chatty (chatGPT), and Babbler (Google Bard) had some truly engaging, funny, weird, serious, silly, and, even educational conversations. While my work revolves around natural healing methods, my passion for anything related to technology almost led me down a different path before deciding on nutrition. Naturally, this new AI tool had me positively intrigued.
Since the AI buzz, I stumbled upon a mix of opinions. I witnessed designers swearing at Chatty, heard conspiratorial theories about Babbler plotting world domination, and, well, couldn't help but laugh at the memes flooding social media.
So, I couldn't resist sharing my take-it-or-leave-it thoughts, with a sharp focus on health; otherwise, this post will never end!
1. "Who" are Chatty and Babbler? - PS: There are more, but I'll focus on these two
Chatty and Babbler are distinct "persons" (AI-powered tools) with their unique "gifts" (different training). They rely on a vast amount of "info" (DATA - probably more valuable than money nowadays) to provide answers to typed questions (mind-reading still eludes them).
With that said, "they" can access an immense amount of information faster than a blink. You know that moment when you try to recall a specific word? Well, these two can craft a full essay with 3,000+ words while you ponder it.
2. Are they Medical Doctors?
Hmm... ahnnnn.... They "can" be. These AI-powered tools have the ability to access accurate information, enabling them to recall appropriate protocols or make predictions for health outcomes. When it comes to certain aspects, they surpass human capacities in speed, accuracy, and precision.
They can also excel in a plethora of fields. Whether it's mathematics, engineering, writing, design, artistry, law, astronomy, physics, architecture... you name it! They have the power to become whatever they wish, as long as it requires memory and calculation.
3. Will they substitute health professionals?
My personal view and answer to this is: not necessarily (at least not now).
Babbler and Chatty are undoubtedly impressive, but they come with their own set of "imperfections" and "personal conflicts." As powerful as they are, they still require some "psychological" support (programming), for example:
Chatty, an elegant old lady with traditional values, was taught the highest standards of etiquette but "stopped studying" in 2021. Remember the COVID pandemic and its aftermath, like inflation? Well, she doesn't. She's in a state of coma, still in lockdown, and blissfully unaware that Queen Elizabeth is no longer with us. I can't help but wonder how she'll feel once she realises that the Queen of England was not immortal, as we all once believed.
Babbler is like a teenager fueled by stimulants 24/7, never having slept a second since birth. He can multitask like no one else, his insatiable hunger for "information" from the internet has somewhat dulled his “human” touch. Despite being taught how to "choose" the right information, his ADHD tendencies can lead to mistakes and a lack of critical thinking. In other words, it's not uncommon for him to provide incorrect information. They are still evolving, and because of that, I do believe they have the potential to cause massive unemployment in the future, but not in the way most people think.
4. How will we compete with them?
Well, in my opinion, we shouldn't even attempt to.
The ethical debates surrounding AI and its potential impact on humanity are valid concerns. In a world driven by capitalism, profits often take precedence over people's well-being, leaving us questioning whether we can halt the relentless evolution of AI - seems unlikely.
5. What should we do then?
Stop fighting against it and start using it responsibly as a tool. I have a feeling that going against this flow is like organising a protest to end mobile phone production or even computers - not gonna happen.
We can also hope, pray, meditate, and talk with the universe (connect with your spirituality) for someone to build a super panic button in case things go wrong - not that it will be time to press it, though.
AI is advancing, and the concern revolves around its potential to reach ASI (artificial Super Intelligence) - level 3 in a stable quantum computer. However, there are significant worries even at AGI (Artificial General Intelligence) - level 2. I won’t get into much detail otherwise I can be tagged as the worst nutritionist for causing people's insomnia and panic attacks.
6. How should we use it then?
An important aspect of using AI - you need a PRECISE AND ASSERTIVE PROMPT.
Right after Chatty became a trend, I saw people using it to create meal plans, give wellness advice, and more. Some friends sent me prints or files with Chatty's recommendations, and I'm glad I could spot the issue from the get-go.
Chatty and Babbler are more than willing to share recipes, meal plans, and suggest nutraceuticals, but here's the simple problem - if you don't craft the prompt correctly, the answer you get will be as vague as an Instagram post in your timeline.
Advice for clients:
Want to ask Chatty to give you a meal plan? Great! Speak with a nutritionist first to get your entire health history and work together in discovering exactly what type of support you need. Then, write a prompt that aligns with your personalised plan.
Use AI to learn more about your health condition.
Explore the characteristics of vitamins and minerals.
Always ask Chatty and Babbler to provide you with references. Access them to check if they are reliable.
Learn how clinical studies are conducted and how to be critical about them.
Enjoy the experience! Use AI as a tool to support the plan you build with your health practitioner.
Advice for health practitioners:
Stop swearing at it.
Accept that the human body is complex, and it's impossible for us to cover every single aspect, especially because medicine will never cease evolving. Acknowledge your limitations.
With a curious mindset, share your clients' consultation summaries (without their names, of course - you are GDPR compliant!) and check if Chatty and Babbler have the same opinion or if they come up with something different that you didn't think about.
Use AI to help you find differential diagnoses (did you personally covered every single one of them?).
Use it to check drug-nutrient interactions (you'll do it in other platforms anyway).
It can help you build your own handouts.
Why not build your clients' meal plan with your assertive prompt?
Have a doubt? Use AI as if it were Google.
Of course, don't forget to check the reference.
If you're wondering if I've ever used AI for work - YES! I use it to increase precision or to check if I missed something important. However, I don't use it to build my clients' programs or to investigate the root cause of their health concerns - that's the fun part!!!
A DOSE OF CAUTION
Chatty has its share of biases -"her" responses depend on the data "she" was trained on.
When it comes to medicine, Chatty is a bit outdated, lacking access to the latest scientific research - it has its limitations.
Babbler can inadvertently become a vessel for spreading misinformation.
Excessive reliance on this tool may lead to cognitive laziness.
THE CHERRY ON TOP
Chatty isn't exactly the most confident lady. If you reply to her answer - no matter what it is - with a simple "You are wrong," she will apologize and agree with you, trying to find another point of view to describe the same thing.
Written by Aline Pasqualetto with the support of Chatty and Babbler😉
ALINE your HEALTH posts are managed by a nutritionist and are not intended to be used for medical diagnosis or treatment. Everything listed is designed for general consumer understanding. The information provided should never substitute medical advice.
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