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...
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...
Is Apple Cider Vinegar a Cure All? 

Is Apple Cider Vinegar a Cure All? 

Recently I found out my dad has been drinking apple cider vinegar with water, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice every morning. I suspect that he read about it in the most recent edition of the Prevention Newsletter.  All over the internet people are claiming that apple...
Eating Healthy at Parties

Eating Healthy at Parties

“On Sundays, we watch football.” In our house, we love watching sports. One of our most favorite days is Super Bowl Sunday and hosting a Super Bowl Party. Super Bowl parties are fun! There is a lot of excitement when gathering with family and friends to watch the...
Rethinking the “New Year, New You” Approach to Dietary Change

Rethinking the “New Year, New You” Approach to Dietary Change

Many of us are a couple of weeks in to our diet-focused New Year’s resolutions. Health and fitness goals are one of the most common resolutions. (And breaking these resolutions is a tradition almost as common as making those goals.) Before we begin, know that there is...