Food Sensitivity Testing: Should I Check It Out?

Food Sensitivity Testing: Should I Check It Out?

As a dietitian who specializes in gut health, I often have clients come in with results from food sensitivity tests—usually accompanied by a mix of relief and overwhelm. It’s understandable; they want solutions for persistent gut issues or are looking to uncover...
The Rise in Blood Sugar Data: Do I Need a CGM?

The Rise in Blood Sugar Data: Do I Need a CGM?

Lately, I’ve seen a growing interest from clients in my practice wondering if they need a CGM to know how to “flatten their blood sugar curve.” CGMs are devices traditionally used by people with diabetes to track blood sugar levels.If you have Type 1 diabetes or...
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...
Vegan Sweet Potato Mash Recipe

Vegan Sweet Potato Mash Recipe

The holidays are right around the corner and this vegan sweet potato mash will sure be a hit. All you need is a few simple ingredients to make this stellar dish. And the best part is that simple sweet potato mash recipe comes together with basic pantry ingredients you...
Food Allergy Myths, BUSTED!

Food Allergy Myths, BUSTED!

Did you know that roughly 32 million people in the United States have some type of food allergy? And that number is only on the rise! With more than 170 foods documented that induce an allergic reaction, ranging from rashes to anaphylaxis it’s no surprise there are...
A Guinea Pig Experiment + The Value of Personalized Nutrition

A Guinea Pig Experiment + The Value of Personalized Nutrition

At McDaniel Nutrition, we believe in personalized nutrition. But, before we can “personalize nutrition,” we must listen and aim to understand our clients. You’re unique. From everything to how you were fed as a child to how you feed yourself now – is...