When Family History Feels Like Fate

When Family History Feels Like Fate

A St. Louis Dietitian’s Perspective on Genetics, Health, and How We Can Support Ourselves If you’ve ever walked out of a doctor’s appointment with an elevated lab or a comment about your family history lingering in your mind, you know how quickly that can become...
A Practical Guide to Heart Health Labs

A Practical Guide to Heart Health Labs

February is Heart Health Month, and at McDaniel Nutrition Therapy, it’s one we return to with intention each year. You’ll often hear that up to 80% of chronic disease, including heart disease, can be prevented or improved through lifestyle choices: how we eat, move,...
Fiber: The Foundation of Gut Health, Heart Health, and Longevity

Fiber: The Foundation of Gut Health, Heart Health, and Longevity

When people think about nutrition trends, protein is likely still in the limelight. But quietly, and importantly, fiber is making a comeback. And our team loves it!  Consumer research shows that fiber is now one of the top nutrients people are intentionally...