Optimized Nutrition for Mental Health

Optimized Nutrition for Mental Health

There is no disputing that good nutrition helps you to achieve the best physical health. But, new research shows how important nutrition can be when it comes to mental health too.   You may have experienced the impact of stress and other mental health challenges on...
Orange Glazed Tempeh with Sweet Potatoes

Orange Glazed Tempeh with Sweet Potatoes

I can’t remember when I tried tempeh for the first time. But, I do remember thinking…this looks kind of disgusting. In all fairness, so does raw meat! Good reminder to not judge a book by its cover! With the rise in plant-based eating and interest in fermented foods,...
Spring Clean Your Cooking Routine

Spring Clean Your Cooking Routine

Anyone else have spring cleaning on their mind when March rolls in? As you dive into spring cleaning, don’t forget to include your meal planning, shopping and food prepping routine. Here are a few simple steps for spring cleaning your cooking routine as we head...
The Heart Healthy Sweet Potato

The Heart Healthy Sweet Potato

What’s the scoop on sweet potatoes? Whether you like sweet potato pie served at holiday meals, or you just want to learn more about this tasty, nutrient-packed vegetable, read on!   Sweet potatoes originated in Latin America. Sweet potatoes are root vegetables. They...
Athletic Greens Review: Can one drink meet all your needs?

Athletic Greens Review: Can one drink meet all your needs?

Why We Tried It Sometimes, it’s tempting take nutrition short cuts. Like, getting ALL your nutrients in one drink. Why focus on a planning a balanced plate or getting in a variety of colors if you can simply drink it? That’s part of the promise of a popular drink mix...
A Better Solution to Meal Plans

A Better Solution to Meal Plans

“Can’t you just tell me what to eat?” It’s one of the most common questions the team at McDaniel Nutrition get, and it makes sense! Decision fatigue is a real thing. Whether you’re feeding yourself or feeding your family, a lot of time and energy is needed to eat!...