Food Noise: What a St. Louis Dietitian Wants You to Know

Food Noise: What a St. Louis Dietitian Wants You to Know

Over the last few years, the phrase food noise has become part of everyday conversations about nutrition, weight management, and medications like GLP-1s. Many people describe food noise as persistent thoughts about food—what to eat, what not to eat, when to eat,...
Beyond the Scale: Two Mindsets That May Be Holding You Back

Beyond the Scale: Two Mindsets That May Be Holding You Back

At McDaniel Nutrition Therapy, we work with individuals navigating everything from sports performance and digestive concerns to menopause, chronic disease, and disordered eating. While every client is different, there are two patterns we see repeatedly that can make...
The Truth About Cortisol and Weight Gain in Perimenopause

The Truth About Cortisol and Weight Gain in Perimenopause

If you’ve spent any time on social media lately, you’ve probably seen posts warning women about “high cortisol.” According to many wellness influencers, cortisol is responsible for everything from belly fat and cravings to poor sleep, fatigue,...