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I'm a freelance journalist in Murrieta, California and a frequent contributor to such publications as Health, SHAPE, Cooking Light, Better Homes & Gardens, and Women's Health. I hope the articles displayed on my site will give you a sense of my writing style and areas of expertise. If you have any questions or would like to request a reprint, please click on the contact page. Thanks for visiting.

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Amy Paturel, M.S., M.P.H.

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January, 2012

Buzz Kill: How does alcohol affect the teenage brain?

Buzz Kill: How does alcohol affect the teenage brain?

Toren Volkmann of Portland, OR, drank his first beer when he was 15 years old. Like many teenagers, he turned to alcohol out of ...

August, 2011

Vines and Vinyasa

Vines and Vinyasa

At first blush, yoga and wine might not appear to have much in common. One is an ancient practice that trains the mind and body to attain peace. The other...

May, 2011

A Family Affair

A Family Affair

As I drive into the Texas Correctional Facility on a cold December day, I see barbed wire, armed guards, and watchtowers. I still can't believe these biannual visits...