When Family History Feels Like Fate

When Family History Feels Like Fate

A St. Louis Dietitian’s Perspective on Genetics, Health, and How We Can Support Ourselves If you’ve ever walked out of a doctor’s appointment with an elevated lab or a comment about your family history lingering in your mind, you know how quickly that can become...
The Energy Equation: 3 Common Nutrition Myths in Youth Sports

The Energy Equation: 3 Common Nutrition Myths in Youth Sports

Got a youth athlete? Then you know how challenging it can be to help them fuel well. From hectic schedules and picky eating tendencies to constant misinformation about what’s “healthy,” it’s easy to feel overwhelmed—and you’re not alone. At McDaniel Nutrition Therapy,...
The Changing Landscape of Heart Health Testing

The Changing Landscape of Heart Health Testing

Heart health testing continues to evolve, and I am grateful for evolving science! Supporting my heart health has always been deeply personal. My father underwent quadruple bypass surgery at the young age of 52, and it was a wake-up call that reshaped how I approached...
Our BIG List of Snacks from CostCo

Our BIG List of Snacks from CostCo

If you’ve ever wandered the aisles of CostCo, you know the feeling of being both excited and overwhelmed by the sheer number of snack options. In this edition, I’m bringing you a curated list straight from my cart, packed with snack picks from several snack...
Back to School: Feeding Tips for the Transition

Back to School: Feeding Tips for the Transition

I thought I’d kick this back to school blog post off with a peek into my own “1st day of school” photo. I’d give anything to see what was in that brown bag. Pretty sure it included a peanut butter and cheese sandwich…Yes, that’s what my mom would pack for me. Later as...