Cynthia Anaya
School
Purdue University Northwest
Expertise
Nutrition, Food As Medicine, Breakfast Foods
- Cynthia has been researching the connection between food and the body for many years and has applied her findings to her personal life and her writing.
- Breakfast foods are Cynthia's favorite to make and eat. She's experimented with various ingredient combinations and cooking techniques for the perfect eggs, wraps, French toast, waffles, and pancakes.
- When it comes to writing, Cynthia hopes her words appeal to her readers by educating them about food, inspiring them to make wiser food decisions, and encouraging them to have more fun with their food.
Experience
Cynthia joined the Alb Media team as a Mashed news writer in June 2022 with more than 10 years of professional writing experience. She has written on a wide range of topics since 2012, including food and restaurant news, history, and facts; veterinary medicine and pets; dentistry; physical and mental health; fitness; higher education; substance abuse; beauty; and lifestyle. Before her writing career kicked off, Cynthia worked for a semester as a high school English teacher in 2011. Her experience there confirmed what she always knew; her true passion was writing. She landed her first writing job at a marketing agency the following year and has been writing professionally ever since.
Education
Cynthia earned a Bachelor of Arts in professional writing from Purdue University Northwest in Hammond, Indiana. She also received a secondary teaching license for English/language arts from the same university four years later.
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Stories By Cynthia Anaya
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In an effort to seemingly champion inclusivity, the company behind M&M's has introduced a brand new mascot to add to their colorful line-up.
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Most shoppers love getting a good deal and if you're looking to save on groceries, Aldi is a go-to. But what makes this store so cheap anyway?
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McDonald's French fries might be one of the most popular sides for Americans who eat fast food. But for years, this menu item was plagued with controversy.
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Sonic's onion rings have a widespread reputation as one of the best sides out there -- and according to ex-employees, it all has to do with their secret recipe.
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Oatmeal is a versatile and healthy meal but if you want to add more protein and flavor, you can try this ingredient.
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Although potatoes are one of the most popular vegetables in the world, their skins are often thrown away. But eating potato skins can offer several benefits.
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Fans of the coffee and doughnut chain Dunkin' might get excited this week because they can go to their favorite location and grab a free drink.
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There are many ways to upgrade a dish. But upgrading mac and cheese by combining a popular snack and another type of noodle can be a culinary revelation.
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McDonald's is one of the most successful restaurants in the world. Thanks to several business strategies, the chain is able to sell its food at a low price.
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While Walmart is known for its low prices, you should probably avoid buying the meat. Walmart ranks among the lowest-rated stores for quality and freshness.
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Rosh Hashanah is a time for celebration, which includes making a special type of challah. Do you know the origin of its different shapes?