Coffee & Heart Health: Your Genes Determine the Perk or Poison

Coffee & Heart Health: Your Genes Determine the Perk or Poison

Why is there so much conflicting evidence about coffee? You’ve probably heard moderate consumption of coffee, say less 3 cups a day, lowers your risk of chronic disease? I’m betting you also know whether you are caffeine sensitive? I’m on the...
McDaniel’s Bite-Sized Reviews | Banza Elbow Pasta

McDaniel’s Bite-Sized Reviews | Banza Elbow Pasta

Welcome to the inaugural, “McDaniel’s Bite-Sized Reviews!” It’s the first of a new weekly series we’re calling “McDaniel’s Bite-Sized Reviews!” Each Thursday, we’ll share a new product one of our Registered...
Yogurt Bark with Dates and Walnuts | Curb Your Sweet Cravings

Yogurt Bark with Dates and Walnuts | Curb Your Sweet Cravings

Yogurt bark, yum. When it comes to food cravings, have you ever heard that “food cravings are our bodies’ way of letting us know that we need a specific type of nutrient?” #nottrue #myth #soundsgood #butfalse. Instead, an emerging body of research suggests...
Vegan Sloppy Joe Tacos

Vegan Sloppy Joe Tacos

I know you’ve heard it before, fiber is good for your health. And, you’ve also heard that the fiber-containing foods (fruits, vegetables, beans, nuts and seeds) are also good for your health! Kudos to you for seeking out this plant-based vegan sloppy joe...
Time-Saving Frozen Smoothie Packs

Time-Saving Frozen Smoothie Packs

I learned to lean on these time-saving smoothie packs after the birth of my third son. Prior to this, I had honestly steered away from smoothies because I found I didn’t feel satisfied with a “liquid” start compared to a breakfast made with whole foods. However, with...
Prebiotic Supplements and Foods for Gut Health

Prebiotic Supplements and Foods for Gut Health

Probiotic supplements have become very popular among those looking to optimize the gut and improve health. According to a recent report, the global market for probiotics topped $41 billion USD in 2017. While many consumers may benefit from probiotic supplements,...