Rachel Ann Melegrito

Location

Antipolo City, Rizal Philippines

School

University Santo Tomas, University of Asia and the Pacific

Expertise

Human Body, Health And Wellness, Childhood Development

Rachel has taught a range of basic and professional courses, including human anatomy and physiology, occupational therapy in pediatrics, and occupational therapy evaluation: physical dysfunction.
She is a licensed occupational therapist (OTRP) both in the Philippines and in the United States (OTR).
Rachel has given speeches at different health-related conferences and seminars, speaking in front of students, preschool teachers, rehabilitation professionals, and neurologists.

Experience

In 2020, amidst her thriving decade-long career as an occupational therapist, Rachel embraced a new challenge during her pregnancy by transitioning into writing. In 2023, recognizing an irresistible opportunity, she expanded her portfolio by joining Static Media to write for Health Digest. She has contributed to various small-scale health and psychology websites and regularly contributed to Medical News Today. Additionally, she provided content for other notable online platforms, such as iGeeksBlog and MakeUseOf, as well as a mix of business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-consumer (B2C) health brands.

Education

Rachel has a bachelor's degree in occupational therapy and a master's degree in childhood development and education.

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Stories By Rachel Ann Melegrito

Food

Food Rachel Ann Melegrito

Avoid Eating Bananas If You Have This Medical Condition

Bananas can cause problems when eaten in excess, especially for people instructed to limit their potassium intake.
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Lifestyle Diets

Lifestyle Diets Rachel Ann Melegrito

What It Means When Your Poop Doesn't Smell

If your poop is less fragrant than it's been in the past, though, you might wonder why that is. The answer may be as simple as what you're eating.
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Health

Health Rachel Ann Melegrito

This Type Of Human Hair Can't Actually Grow Back

There's a unique type of "hair" within our ears that doesn't regenerate. These tiny inner ear hair cells are named for their hair-like projections.
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Constipation

Constipation Rachel Ann Melegrito

The Weird Reason You Should Start Singing On The Toilet

Some people have adopted the signing habit to help them poop. As quirky as it may sound, this practice has scientific proof.
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Nutrition

Nutrition Rachel Ann Melegrito

This Healthy Seed Has More Protein Than Beef

There's a whole world of different protein sources to keep your body happy - including hemp seeds.
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