Stay Hydrated On-The-Go: Review of 10 Electrolyte Stick Packs

Stay Hydrated On-The-Go: Review of 10 Electrolyte Stick Packs

If you’re an active youth or adult, you’ve likely wondered if you should be using electrolytes. As a sports dietitian, I get the question about electrolytes for the recreationally active individual quite often. And quite frankly, I’ve had the question as I wonder if I...
Inside Out: Nutrition for Acne & Skin Health

Inside Out: Nutrition for Acne & Skin Health

Acne. Is there evidence you can improve acne with nutrition? It’s interesting, as I shift into perimenopause, I’ve noticed my teenage skin return. So fun. At the same time, with the emergence of puberty, my pre-teen and recently-turned-teenager are also...
Sleep, Nutrition & Menopause

Sleep, Nutrition & Menopause

“Since I’ve entered menopause, my sleep has become really disrupted. I used to be the best sleeper, but now I find I wake early in the morning or in the middle of the night. And then it’s hard for me to fall back asleep.” Peri/menopause...
The Mediterranean Style of Eating for Mental Health

The Mediterranean Style of Eating for Mental Health

The Mediterranean style of eating is close to our hearts at McDaniel Nutrition. Much of our nutrition recommendations are based on its dietary patterns. We’re such fans of this way of eating, we authored a cookbook on it! The Mediterranean (Med) Diet has robust...
Meeting Your Nutrition Needs Going Lactose-Free

Meeting Your Nutrition Needs Going Lactose-Free

Have you ever wondered, “should I go lactose-free (LF) or dairy-free?” If so, you’re not alone. There’s a growing curiosity behind choosing a lactose-free diet. Our clients often bring up questions about dairy, such as:  Could dairy be causing my...