Rachel Olsson
Rachel Olsson holds a Masters degree in Nursing and Healthcare Practice from the University of Iowa and a BA in International Studies with special interest in sustainability and development.
As an RN her focuses are women's health, nutrition, holistic well-being, and providing culturally sensitive and humanistic care.
She has spent time clowning with Patch Adams and a group of international clowns in South America, and has volunteered as a birth assistant on the Texas/Mexico border and in Indonesia.
Travel adventures have also taken her to China, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Indonesia, India, South Africa, Kenya, Brazil, Venezuela, Peru, Mexico, France, Canada, Germany, Czech Republic, and around the US (usually via couch-surfing).
She is an unabashed foodie and an avid salsa dancer.
Latest Articles
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Gluten and Dairy Free Granloa Bars Recipe
These Ooey Gooey "Beegan" (Vegan but with honey) granola bars are super yummy, and have less sugar and salt than the packaged ones. Experiment with what's in your fridge!
May 15, 2009
- Rachel Olsson
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The Rio Grande Valley of Southern Texas
If you think Texas is just tumbleweeds rolling along a deserted plain, keep driving south, clear down to the Rio Grande Valley, 11 hours from Texas' northern border.
May 12, 2009
- Rachel Olsson
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Traveling Northern Peru
One of the most overlooked and beautiful places in the world lies dormant while hundreds of thousands flock to Southern Peru to visit Macchu Picchu and the Sacred Valley.
May 2, 2009
- Rachel Olsson
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7 Fresh Foods To Try: Super Grains, Ceviche
Summer is just around the corner, so it's time for cool salads and fresh foods. Here are 7 super foods to throw some pizzaz into your picnic basket and impress friends.
Apr 22, 2009
- Rachel Olsson
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