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Dr. Nathan Conroy

Dr. Nate is the clinic director of The Chiropractic People, S.C., a family wellness based clinic.
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Dr. Nate: 10 Teaspoons of Sugar in a Soft Drink!

A typical can of soda has about 10 teaspoons of sugar, 150 empty calories and artificial colors, flavorings and preservatives.

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Dr. Nate: Grains, Gluten and Your Gut

What exactly is gluten and why do some people need to stay away from it?

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Dr. Nate: Can Painkillers Kill?

Millions take NSAIDs without much thought. However, research has shown that bleeding and ulcers occur half the time...

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The Great Debate: Margarine or Butter? (in Geneva Patch)

It’s been a debate for years. What’s better for your health: margarine or butter?

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Dr. Nate: Fat and Fit in Geneva?

With the obesity epidemic in full swing around the world, one question is often asked, “Is it possible to be fat and yet still be fit?”

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Dr. Nate: Why It's Healthy to Cry!

Crying? Why do we do it? Why do we purposefully seek out situations that make us cry? And what about crying in general? Is it really good for you? Can a good cry really make us feel better?

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Dr. Nate: The Bare Facts About Baby Food (in Geneva Patch)

So … you’re the proud mom of a beautiful baby and you’re wondering, “When is the right time to introduce solid foods?”

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Dr. Nate: Is It True That Chocolate is Good for You?

Chocoholics take heart – literally that is! Seems that a bit of the old chocolate bar might actually be good for the ticker!

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Dr. Nate: Is Antibacterial Soap Really Necessary?

Colds and flu are viral, so anti-bacterial products have no effect.

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Dr. Nate: 6 Tips to Avoid Overindulgance During the Holidays

How do you maintain healthy eating habits during the family feast? How do you make sure that the turkey is the only one stuffed during the holiday season?