Michelle Washmuth
School
Regis University, University Of Central Florida
Expertise
Kid-Friendly Cooking, Easy Recipes, Travel And Food
- Michelle has a passion for cooking healthy Italian-inspired food and indulging her big sweet tooth.
- She has covered everything from breaking Florida news to the latest in the hospitality/tourism market for the CBS affiliate website in Orlando, FL.
- She enjoys trying out new kid-friendly restaurants and finding the best happy-hour deals.
Experience
Michelle has more than a decade of writing experience as a journalist, marketing strategist, and content writer. She has since traded in breaking news and higher education marketing to write about her passions - food and travel! Michelle's love for food began at home with her family, who always discuss what's for dinner at breakfast, and grew by watching food competition shows. She started in food writing by doing restaurant reviews for a small, local community publication out of college. When she's not working or exploring the outdoors, she's trying out exciting new healthy, and delicious recipes in the kitchen (while trying to get her toddler to eat some more vegetables!) Michelle also teaches online undergraduate communications courses.
Education
Michelle has a Master's in Business Administration from Regis University, where she focused on Marketing. She also has a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of Central Florida.
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Stories By Michelle Washmuth
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We all know to lather up on sunscreen when going outside to protect your skin from the sun, even when it's cloudy. But your skin still needs protection indoors.
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The CDC requires that vaccine providers monitor all people who receive their vaccine in case of a possible allergic reaction, so that medical care is available.
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When trying to stick with your diet while enjoying a night out, you may be wondering if beer or wine is a healthier choice.
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You may not want to think much about your earwax, but it holds some important clues about your overall heatlh.
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Fully vaccinated people don't need to wear face masks in most settings, with the exception of crowded indoor settings like buses, trains, planes, and hospitals.
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Melatonin can affect your REM cycle, which is when you are most likely to have vivid dreams. Because of this, you might want to experiment with dosage.
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Everyone's posture is unique. With one-half of working Americans reporting back pain symptoms every year, you may be looking for relief by arching your back.
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Leg cramps can be both painful and annoying. Here's what it really means when you get a charley horse.
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While you know you're supposed to take prenatal vitamins while pregnant, experts say you should actually start taking them even sooner. Here's when.
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For moms-to-be looking for a relaxing, low-impact fitness routine, prenatal yoga may just be the perfect fit.
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You've undoubtedly heard about white noise, but what about pink? This is the difference between the two sleep-inducing hues.
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You may have heard of liver spots and sun spots, but what are they and how do they differ from each other? Here's a look.
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You've no doubt heard about couscous in recent years, but how healthy is it really? Let's take a look.
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While your body produces melatonin naturally, it may be helpful to take a boost of melatonin to relax you in the evenings and promote better sleep.
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On "Saturday Night Live," Elon Musk revealed he has Asperger's. Here's everything you need to know.
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You might want to avoid fried foods, FODMAPs and caffeine when your stomach is already upset.
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Pineapple has nutrients that can help manage inflammation, but there are downsides too, especially for people with certain health conditions.
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Chemicals in plastic can be transported to the food and drinks we consume. Because of this, glass or stainless steel containers are good alternatives.
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The two have different amounts of alcohol in typical servings, plus ingredients could trigger food allergies if you have them.
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Giving into a scratch on a visible place like your neck can leave redness and often make the itch even worse. So what can you do to get rid of your itchy neck?
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Rashes are typically written off as irritating, but not serious. However, dermatologists say it could be a sign of something worrisome.
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Some people report side effects like bloating, dehydrating, fatigue, and headaches after a particularly high sodium meal.
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Eggs have been considered a no-go for people worried about their cholesterol levels. How do eggs really affect our cholesterol and how many should we eat daily?
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One study found that women have almost 50% more cells and neurons than men in their olfactory bulb — the center of the brain that controls the sense of smell.
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For full FDA approval, manufacturers must complete lab research, pre-clinical testing and human clinical trials. But none of the manufacturers have yet applied.
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Whether scrambled, over easy, in an omelet, or on a sandwich, many people enjoy bacon and eggs for breakfast. But do the health benefits match the popularity?
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Sweating is typically something many people try to avoid. But what can be seen as a nuisance can provide you with necessary health information.