Articles by "Nathan Lurz"

Nathan Lurz
Nathan Lurz

Nathan Lurz, health enews contributor, is a public affairs coordinator at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital. He has nearly a decade of professional news experience as a reporter and editor, and a lifetime of experience as an enthusiastic learner. On the side, he enjoys writing even more, tabletop games, reading, running and explaining that his dog is actually the cutest dog, not yours, sorry.

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Here’s why you can’t stop eating leftover Halloween candy  Featured
Here’s why you can’t stop eating leftover Halloween candy
What the sugar does to your brain could surprise you.
Massage: What can it do for you? 
Massage: What can it do for you?
A massage therapist talks about the benefits of the ancient practice.
Could diet soda stave off this type of cancer? 
Could diet soda stave off this type of cancer?
A new study may point to an unexpected health benefit, but that doesn’t mean doctors recommend it.
Here’s how to improve your relationship with fats  Featured
Here’s how to improve your relationship with fats
Good fats, bad fats and how to eat the right ones.
Your body’s physiological response to massage  Featured
Your body’s physiological response to massage
A massage therapist explains advantages of the ancient practice.
High school cheerleader returns to high-flying ways 
High school cheerleader returns to high-flying ways
Spinal surgery for scoliosis returns this high schooler to everyday life.
Do you know what to do when your child has a concussion? 
Do you know what to do when your child has a concussion?
New guidelines help inform parents, coaches and patients.