Our Blog: Recipes, Research, and Resources
Our Blog: Recipes, Research, and Resources
Do I Really Need High-Protein Pop Tarts?
Protein has long been hailed as a crucial nutrient, often draped in a health halo for its numerous benefits. Recently, my interest in this nutrient has surged, especially in understanding its role in the aging process and how much is needed, particularly for women...
Potatoes for Gut Health + Higher Protein Potato Salad Recipe
Did you ever think a white food like potato salad could be good for gut health? White foods, like potatoes, are not fully appreciated for their nutrient resumes. They are rich in blood pressure supporting potassium, vitamin C and fiber. But, they often get bad press...
Our Family Favorites From Trader Joe’s
Since discovering Instacart, I rarely visit the grocery store anymore. I appreciate the convenience of shopping from my phone and having our groceries delivered weekly. While there are drawbacks like not picking out my own produce or poor substitutions for coffee,...
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
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 starting to...
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 presents many disruptions. When...
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
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...
Magnesium: The Invisible Deficiency
How often do you think about the mineral, magnesium? Probably less than popularly discussed nutrients such as Vitamin D or Omega-3s. Research shows that ~50% of Americans don't get enough magnesium in their diets. At McDaniel Nutrition, we're always curious about why?...
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