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...
Magnesium: The Invisible Deficiency

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...
Chickpea Peanut and Spinach Curry

Chickpea Peanut and Spinach Curry

This Chickpea Peanut and Spinach Curry recipe checks all of our boxes: One pan. Plant-based. Leftover worthy. All my kids like chickpeas. Our custom meal planning clients are requesting more and more plant-based dishes, but they don’t want to spend hours in the...
Custom Meal Plan Recipe: Mediterranean Cod with Fennel Sauce

Custom Meal Plan Recipe: Mediterranean Cod with Fennel Sauce

Yes, you’ve heard it before. You should eat fish. Why? Because they contain omega-3 fats that have been shown to play a big role in 4 areas of health: heart, brain, eye and prenatal health. A diet rich in omega-3’s can lower blood pressure, blood fats and lower risk...
7 Tips for Reducing Food Waste

7 Tips for Reducing Food Waste

If you’ve ever tossed out a container of yogurt that’s approaching its date, discarded veggies that have gone limp, or thrown out a salad that’s just starting to turn a bit brown around the edges, you’re not alone. While food waste is a worldwide phenomenon, the U.S....