Welcome. My name is Dr. Jonathan Neal Colter. I was a practicing chiropractic physician in North Carolina for over 20 years. During that time I was exposed to patients suffering from various health conditions ranging from cancer, high blood pressure, obesity, diabetes, heart disease, chronic illness, degenerative arthritis and depression.
Under the current model in health care, a patient presents with a problem and the doctor addresses that problem. Twenty plus years in practice has taught me that this model does NOT help restore health to the body. This merely treats SYMPTOMS and allows the UNDERLYING PROBLEM to go unresolved.
The purpose of this blog is to expose readers to information that can help transform each of us to a new height of better understanding and self awareness. In doing so, it will empower the reader to take back control of his or her own life and recognize what it requires to truly experience GOOD HEALTH and TRUE HAPPINESS.
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All About Healthy Choices 
A great blog…here’s to Total Fitness!
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Concurring with Rick! Thank you very much for all of your care, advice and insight, Doctor Jonathan. You are prolific in not only publishing well-written posts but also in responding to people’s comments. Your dedication is both magnanimous and admirable!
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Thank you for the kind words.
People have to make many decisions during their lifetime. The only way to make INTELLIGENT decisions is to have quality information available in a usable and UNDERSTANDABLE format. I attempt to share information the consumer rarely has access to. It is NOT my job or intention to tell people how to think or act; it is my responsibility to provide “missing pieces” to health questions to help people make better informed health care decisions for THEMSELVES!
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Congrats! You just got nominated for the “Very Inspiring Blogger Award”! 🙂
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I love the way you think! It’s a pleasure to have found your blog. I know I will be leading a lot! Best wishes, Koko 🙂
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Right back at you!! Take good care of that elbow (then win your competition) (LOL)
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If I could not “do” much (except for caring for myself) for about six months-one year, I might have a chance at healing. But that’s not the reality of my world. If I keep my elbow from positions that twist it, I do ok. Thank you for cheering me on! Come join in! 🙂
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Thanks for the recent follow. I’m looking forward to sharing back and forth, as we encourage one another in the future.
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Looking forward to sharing experiences and encouragement.
Stay healthy and happy.
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Your blog is really awesome! I nominated you for the Sunshine Blogger Award! https://theseasonedheart.wordpress.com/2015/07/07/sunshine-blogger-award/
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Thank you for the follow. 🙂
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A great initiative ..hope to find some valuable advises from your blog 🙂
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Sharing atypical information about health is my passion. I believe many will benefit from the content. I know I have already benefited from the wealth of information people have commented with. Hope you enjoy as well.
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I will surely enjoy your good work 🙂
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Nice to find this great blog! Light and Love, Shona
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Thank you for your kind comment. I love to share meaningful information in an interesting manner; one that stimulates people to think about decisions they are making in life. I look forward to sharing my thoughts with you. Your comments and opinions are always welcomed. Stay healthy and happy.
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Will do! Thanks for stopping by my blog! Follow/Come back soon as I will yours! Light and Love, Shona
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Hey! I nominated you for the liebster award.
Go check your nomination on https://eloquentparadise.wordpress.com/2015/08/27/liebster-award/. cheers!
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Awareness is good. And the first thing that came to mind is we are what we eat. If we eat healthy, we feel good. Thank you for spreading the awareness of healthy eating and healthy living.
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Glad to hear you share a common vision. I welcome your opinions any time you feel so inclined. Thank you for coming by.
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Doctor, great blog. I wish I found it years ago.
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I believe we find things and do things when we are ready to accept new things. As long as you are still breathing there is room for change and improvement. I’m just glad we found each other and can benefit from eachother’s strengths in life. Never give up as long as tomorrow remains a possibility.
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Beautiful reply. Thanks my friend. Take care.
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Hey Dr Jonathan (what do you like to be called?) This is a great blog – very comprehensive! My blog, as I’m sure you’ve noticed, is not about chiropractic health! I will refer all such questions to you! See I have this other life: the writer of novels… 😀 Really nice to meet you. I’ll be sure to stop by and chat about this part of my life!
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I respond to:
1. Dr. Colter
2. Jonathan
3. Hey You!
I’m pretty easy.
Glad you liked the blog site. I think it’s great that you have pursued a new passion in life. Just because a person chooses a profession doesn’t mean they can’t pursue other interests. I think you are smart for sharing your love of reading and writing. It adds credibility to you as a person.
Always open to discuss anything that stimulates interest. Looking forward to reading more of your work.
BTW- How would you like me to address you?
Stay healthy and happy!
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Great blog, very informational, glad I found it. Best wishes 🙂
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Thank you very much. As a dentist I’m sure you realize that writing about health issues can typically cure insomnia. I try to provide important information in a manner that stimulates our minds while offering REALISTIC options and solutions. I welcome your professional and personal insight on any and all topics I cover.
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Sure, You are very welcome. Looking forward to read more and I have followed you so that I do not miss any post. Thank you.:)
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Lovely blog, glad I found it today 😉
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Thank you for taking a look. I’m always thankful for new readers because my blog site relies on further dialogue that readers contribute. It helps show different perspectives helping myself and others to better communicate important messages about health and life. I look forward to your return. 😉
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Good morning!
Glad I stopped by your blog. I’m now a follower and I’m looking forward to reading your future posts.
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I’m so glad you did. I’ll bet we have a lot of valuable information to share with each other as well as the rest of the world. I look forward to reading additional articles on your site and learning from them.
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Hello, I saw a comment you made on Cameron’s blog and wanted to check out yours. I’m glad I found it as it looks like a source of valuable information. I look forward to reading your posts. Have a good one! Steph
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Thank you Steph. I’m so glad you stopped by. I’m looking forward to sharing new and different perspectives on healthy lifestyles and happiness as well as creating dialogue among the readers. We experience so much more in life when we commit ourselves to sharing ideas and beliefs. This helps ALL OF US grow and develop as we continue to search for new and better paths.
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You’re welcome and I agree with you on the growth of all through sharing ideas and beliefs. We really are a community on a global scale.
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That’s one of the reasons I pursued public health after years of clinical practice–there seemed to be a better way to approach things than the traditional method. Not that we don’t need one-on-one, problem-oriented care–we do–but we also need to put far more focus on prevention and wellness than we have in the past.
Thanks for visiting my site. Much appreciated!
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Keep spreading the message as long as it takes to create change. Persistence and Patients; the two character traits required to getting the job done! Looking forward to sharing ideas on this and other health care topics.
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Hi, nice to meet you. Thanks so much for the ‘like’ on my Prawn and Pepperdew Zucchini Noodles (Lynne’s Recipe Trials) I am looking forward to visiting your blog in more depth. 🙂
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We share a love of life and health. I like your philosophy and approach to balanced eating. Satisfying indulgences is all a part of balanced eating. Denying oneself only causes frustration. Intelligently managing our nutritional needs provides us the freedom to include what I call “comfort foods.” I look forward to reading about your healthy recipes and life in South Africa.
Stay healthy and happy! 🙂
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HI, Dr. Jonathan! Thanks for stopping by my blog and liking my post on how healthy avocados are. I totally agree with your goals on the blog. Mine started as a weight loss blog, but has morphed into one supporting healthy living. Good work!
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That’s great to hear. I can use all the help getting these important messages out to the public. Looking forward to reading your future postings.
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I really like what you are trying to achieve here Dr J. We agree, in Australia, what is commonly told to patients is not always what’s best for them.
Tristan
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Hi Tristan,
Thank you for your kind words. Showing people different realities in the health care field can be scary and challenging. It is my goal to help provide information(commonly not easily accessible) to help individual make better informed decisions for themselves. It’s not about right and wrong; it’s about finding an approach that achieves the quality of life each person chooses.
Thank you so much for sharing your comment.
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Great blog; informative and inspiring too. Look forward to reading many of your posts:)
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Thank you for taking the time to read my article. I look forward to hearing your opinion on the various topics I write about in future posts.
Stay healthy and happy.
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Great blog Dr. Jonathan. A bit easier to read and comprehend than WebMD. Massive complement! 😉
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Using big words just confuses people. Creating unrealistic solutions just winds up becoming meaningless words without productive end results. I have designed my site’s content to offer respectful, courteous information while laying REALITY on the line. People looking for resources that offer REALISTIC solutions will hopefully enjoy my blog.
Thank you for your support and willingness to share your time with me. Have a wonderful week!
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All very true. I can tell by the comments that your posts are truly appreciated. Thanks for taking the time to post articles which are relevant and important in equal measure. Cheers.
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Wonderful blog! I look forward to exploring it more.
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I look forward to seeing more of you and welcome your opinions (supporting OR opposing) my views. These comments help ALL OF US gain better perspectives by reading the differing views from around the world.
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I came across your blog while searching for humor but have quickly come to appreciate the wealth of information and advice available. I look forward to reading up regularly. For some lighthearted banter, inside and outside the corporate world, please feel free to check out my blog.
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Thank you for taking the time to review my posts and adding your comment. Honest feedback and interaction is an important part of writing these articles.
I’ve already checked out your site and love the humor and wit. You can count on my return! Have a great week.
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Thank you so much for your blog I am so glad I found you and your blog. Looking forward to follow you in the future. Keep up the good work, it can help many. You are realy inspiring and amazing! Thanks :)))
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I added you to the list of links on my site.
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Thank you very much. I appreciate your confidence and your willingness to include me as a reliable reference.
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Miss your posts, Dr. Jonathan. Hope you’re doing well.
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