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marlenaangermann

Marlena Angermann

Originally from California, Marlena is a Master's student at the Free University of Berlin studying Sociology. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology with a concentration in Feminist Studies and Social Movements from the University of California Santa Barbara. Marlena has a record of working in academic research and for social impact start-ups, including the very first zero-waste shop in Germany, Original Unverpackt. She enjoys painting, vegetarian cooking, and Sunday flea markets.


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Olives Benefits and Drawbacks You Didn’t Know About

Embrace the mediterranean diet and add olives to your life! Not only are they delicious, but olives have lots of benefits for your health and wellness. Read more


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What Does Non-GMO Mean? Definition, Label, Criticism

Genetic modification of our foods is a technological process whose repercussions aren't quite clear yet. Read more to learn what exactly GMO and Non-GMO mean in food production. Read more


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10 Most Deadly Flowers in the US

Beautiful plants can be dangerous to both animals and humans. You may be surprised to find out that the United States has more than a few deadly flowers. Read more


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5 Low Carb Flours for Every Recipe

Bake delicious low carb breads and sweets and more using low carb flour alternatives. There are versatile options for all your favorite recipes and sweet, nutty flours which add to the flavor composition. Read more


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Work Burnout Symptoms You Should Stop Ignoring

Across a wide variety of professions, workplace burnout is commonplace. Look out for these burnout symptoms to keep yourself and your loved ones on the right track. Read more


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Rhubarb: 3 Savory All-Vegan Recipes

Rhubarb has a unique natural flavor that combines, sweet, sour and savory. When pan-fried or roasted, rhubarb's flavors bring ordinary savory recipes to life. Read more


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Why You Shouldn’t Keep Exotic Pet Cats

Big cats have an allure unlike many other animals. Exotic pet cats may seem like a good idea, but these majestic creatures belong in the wild. Read more


Overtourism

The Growing Problem of Overtourism: What You Can Do

Overtourism is a problem governments are dealing with across the world. As an individual, there are several things you can do in order to avoid contributing to this problem. Read more