The Best Diet for Immunity: The Mediterranean Diet

The Best Diet for Immunity: The Mediterranean Diet

Is there a BEST way to eat to support our immune health? If we had to choose one, we’d say the research points to the Mediterranean Diet. The internet is overrun with information and products regarding boosting the immune system. It can be very challenging to...
Should I Be Taking Extra Vitamin C? Immune Health & COVID-19

Should I Be Taking Extra Vitamin C? Immune Health & COVID-19

Vitamin c has been grabbing attention as a way to support immune health against COVID-19. The current body of evidence shows it may shorten the duration of symptoms. We’re all vulnerable and eager for answers. So, today we aim to answer: what’s the science...
Is Mindful Eating Possible in Lockdown Mode?

Is Mindful Eating Possible in Lockdown Mode?

Lately, mindful eating has felt like “hurry up and get his over” kind of eating during my quarantine with three boys. The stay at home way of living has changed the way families eat. Some of this is for the good, such as more opportunity for family...
Facts (and myths) About How To Safely Handle Food During COVID-19

Facts (and myths) About How To Safely Handle Food During COVID-19

Regardless of your current situation, there is one thing we all have in common: we still need to eat and want safe food. There are many different ways to get food right now from visiting the grocery store like normal, curbside food pick-up, food delivery, or a...
McDaniel’s Short-Cuts | Black Bean & Sweet Potato Burritos

McDaniel’s Short-Cuts | Black Bean & Sweet Potato Burritos

These black bean and sweet potato burritos were supposed to be a burger. But, when the mixture hit the heat, they crumbled like I have over the past couple of days due to coronavirus stress. So, I wrapped them up in whole-grain goodness like I do with my weighted...
McDaniel’s Short-Cuts | Curried Chickpea Wrap

McDaniel’s Short-Cuts | Curried Chickpea Wrap

Today’s McDaniel Short-Cut recipe, Curried Chickpea Wrap, includes my favorite short-cut of all: canned beans. If I’ve got canned beans on hand, I can make a simple lunch or dinner in minutes:  Canned black beans: Black bean tacos or southwestern salad...