Zrinka Peters
Zrinka Peters is a freelance writer focusing on health, wellness, and education. She has a bachelor's degree in English literature from Simon Fraser University in British Columbia, Canada, and has been published in a wide variety of print and online publications including Health Digest, Parent.com, Today's Catholic Teacher, and Education.com.
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Healthy Choices: EWG’s Consumer Guide to Seafood
Public guidelines on which and how much seafood is safe to eat can be downright confusing, causing some people to avoid the nutrient-dense food all together.
Review: Components of EVOO Hold Therapeutic Potential for Treatment of Neuroblastoma
Phenolic compounds in extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) hold promise as an avenue of treatment for the childhood cancer, neuroblastoma, but more research is needed.
Exercise Significantly Improves ADHD Symptoms in Children
In addition to improving overall health and well-being, physical exercise can help reduce anxiety and depression in children with ADHD.
Patient Advocacy: A Powerful Force in Health Care
Andrea Wilson Woods’s organization “Blue Faery” offers education and support for liver cancer patients and those who care for them.
Recent study finds that ‘everywhere’ plastics may have contributed to more than 56,000 preterm births in 2018.
A recent study found that in 2018 alone, phthalates may have contributed to more than 56,000 preterm births.
Recent study offers hope for new, targeted therapies
Recent research sheds light on a molecular link between B12 deficiency and multiple sclerosis, opening the door to the possibility of new ways to treat MS.
Do You Hate Exercising? Here’s Some Good News
Exercise ‘snacks,’ bite-sized sessions, can fit into any schedule, almost anywhere, and offer similar benefits as longer workouts.
Pickling Versus Fermenting: What’s the Difference?
Two ancient practices tracing back to B.C. still thrive today—for both culinary enjoyment and health benefits.
Fulvic Acid May Offer Anti-Inflammatory, Detoxification Benefits
Fulvic Acid supplements have increased in popularity among those looking for more naturally-sourced health and wellness options.
Yes, organic turkeys cost more. But as with most things in life, you get what you pay for.
If you still need to buy your holiday bird, consider choosing one that has been organically raised.
