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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8 snacks that hurt – not help – your weight loss  Featured
8 snacks that hurt – not help – your weight loss
Some do more harm than good when it comes to healthy eating and shedding pounds.
Here’s how to get back into an exercise routine 
Here’s how to get back into an exercise routine
It’s tough to find the motivation for wintertime fitness. Try these tricks – even if it’s been more than a few weeks… or months.
How to keep kids safe when choosing gifts this holiday season 
How to keep kids safe when choosing gifts this holiday season
Some presents can be dangerous. Learn which toys to avoid with these tips.
The truth about “stiff” backs  Featured
The truth about “stiff” backs
Sometimes words and phrases have different meanings to different people. So what does “stiff” really mean?
Could this routine help prevent heart disease? 
Could this routine help prevent heart disease?
Combining two common activities may drastically lower your risk.
Here’s why you might want to use your phone at your doctor’s appointment  Featured
Here’s why you might want to use your phone at your doctor’s appointment
A built-in capability can assist you in staying healthy.
Could this replace typical cancer treatment? 
Could this replace typical cancer treatment?
The FDA recently approved a gene-altering therapy that could usher in a new age for a wide swath of diseases. An oncologist weighs in.