Susan C. Olmstead
Susan C. Olmstead writes about health and medicine, food, social issues, and culture. Her work has appeared in The Epoch Times, Children's Health Defense's The Defender, Salvo Magazine, and many other publications.
LATEST
The Return of Carob—This Time As a Functional Food
High in fiber and minerals and low in fat, carob—hailed as a “health food” in the 1970s—is making a comeback.
One in Four Pregnant Women Not Getting Enough Omega-3 From Diet or Supplements
Although pregnant women should avoid eating certain types of fish due to their high mercury content, they shouldn’t shun fish altogether.
Bell's Palsy: Many Possible Triggers, 13 Signs
A fairly common neurological condition, Bell’s palsy typically resolves within a few weeks or months in up to 80 percent of patients.
Urinary Tract Infections: Main Cause and 6 Natural Remedies
Over half of all women and about 12 percent of men will experience at least one UTI in their lifetime.
Healthy and Delicious Sweet Potato Dishes for Your Thanksgiving Table
This super-nutritious, versatile root vegetable adapts to sweet and savory Thanksgiving recipes.
Can Hot Yoga Melt Away Your Depression?
People with depression benefitted from hot yoga in a new study. But standard yoga—without the heat—and deep breathing alone can also have positive effects.
Cannellini Bean Recipes for Cozy Fall Dinners
Good-for-you cannellini beans are easy to incorporate in all kinds of dishes. These simple recipes play up their flavor with onions, garlic, herbs, and tuna.
No, Menopause Weight Gain Isn’t Inevitable
Women’s body composition changes during menopause, but this doesn’t mean weight gain during this time is unavoidable.
Why You Need a Home Away From Home
Third places are inclusive social gathering hubs that engender community—the foundation of a strong local society.
Study: Ginger Works at the Cellular Level to Ease Inflammation
Scientists have determined how ginger works to calm inflammation, a discovery that holds promise for people with autoimmune diseases.
