The Energy Equation: 3 Common Nutrition Myths in Youth Sports
Got a youth athlete? Then you know how challenging it can be to help them fuel well. From hectic schedules and picky eating tendencies to constant misinformation about what’s “healthy,” it’s easy to feel overwhelmed—and you’re not alone. At McDaniel Nutrition Therapy,...
Stay Hydrated On-The-Go: Review of 10 Electrolyte Stick Packs
If you’re an active youth or adult, you’ve likely wondered if you should be using electrolytes. As a sports dietitian, I get the question about electrolytes for the recreationally active individual quite often. And quite frankly, I’ve had the question as I wonder if I...
Creatine Isn’t Just For the Guys
If you’re like me, when you hear creatine powder, you quickly flash back to a high school boyfriend trying to bulk up or the pump monkeys in their tank tops at the gym. But, female friends, this supplement may actually be more applicable and useful to you. What is...
Race Day Fueling Strategies
Race season is approaching. If you have signed up for a spring race, you’re probably a couple of weeks into your training. Training for races might mean waking up early to get some miles in before work. It could mean cross training at the gym on the stationary...