Stephanie Osmanski

Stephanie Osmanski is a freelance writer who specializes in sustainability and health and wellness content. Her work has been featured in Parents, Seventeen, Green Matters, Scary Mommy, and more. She is a vegetarian who drinks alkaline water and is currently pursuing an MFA in Creative Writing at Stony Brook Southampton.

Articles by Stephanie Osmanski

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Foods To Avoid if Cancer Runs in Your Family

You're going to want to drop that hot dog...

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15 Bizarre Side Effects of Common Foods

From the smell and color of your urine to your fingers swelling, there's a lot that can happen when you feast on these foods.

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Beloved Restaurant Meals That Disappeared

Sometimes, you don't always get the chance to say goodbye.

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The Worst Foods For Your Liver, Says Science

If you're not eating with your liver in mind, that could mean trouble for your health.

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This Is the Dessert You Should Never Order

The Golden Girls wouldn't approve, but this dessert is loaded with unnecessary calories, sugar, and fat.

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27 Classic Foods from the '90s

Ready to take a walk down memory lane? These delightful '90s treats are about to bring you way, way back.

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17 Foolproof Christmas Desserts

If you're looking to impress this holiday season, these easy-to-make sweet treats are it.

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The Takeout Food You Should Never Order

It might be a go-to comfort meal, but it's not doing your health any favors.

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The Worst Chain Restaurant Dishes of 2020

Just because it's something new, doesn't mean you have to try it...

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Drinking Too Much Tea? Here Are the Signs

Drinking too much coffee or sugary drinks can make you feel jittery. But drinking tea has its effects, too.

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Unhealthiest Foods From Your Childhood

It’s OK to feel nostalgic about fruit snacks and cereal made from fructose corn syrup—as long as you no longer eat them!

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26 Secret Signs Your Produce Has Gone Bad

Save yourself from the heartbreak of getting home from the supermarket only to discover the fruits and veggies you bought are bad.

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The One Thing You Never Knew Is In a Frosty

There's a reason the dessert is so light and creamy.

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18 Worst Things to Do If You Have a Hangover

After a long night drinking, you're going to want to avoid making your hangover worse. Here's what not to do.

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The Best & Worst Menu Items at Papa Murphy’s

You can #BakeItUp at Papa Murphy’s but that doesn’t mean you have to #RackUpTheCalories.

Best & Worst Items at Charleys Philly Steaks

Charleys Philly Steaks is always grilling fresh, as its motto says, but what does that mean for your health? We unpack the best and worst dishes on the CPS menu.

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The Best & Worst Menu Items at Marco’s Pizza

We had nutritionists weigh in on what’s good (and what’s not so good) for your health when you're dining at Marco’s.

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Is Alkaline Water a Health Miracle or a Hoax?

Water is good for you, right? But is there a “right” kind of water to drink?

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The Best & Worst Menu Items at Corner Bakery

The café chain is known for its sandwiches and sweet treats, so we had experts pick out the healthiest and unhealthiest meals so you know what to order.

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The Best & Worst Menu Items at Checkers

Craving burgers, fries, and a milkshake? A registered dietitian picks out the menu items you should and shouldn't order.

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A Definitive Guide to a Dairy-Free Diet

Lactose intolerant? Just want to be healthier? A dairy-free diet might be your holy grail.

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The Best & Worst Menu Items at Boston Market

A registered dietitian gives insight on what's best to order and what's a potential threat to your waistline.