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We’re here to clear up the confusion. No fads, no fear-mongering—just real, practical nutrition that works for you. Whether you’re supporting a health condition, working on a healthier relationship with food, or looking to feel better in your body, we meet you where you are.
Our team of St. Louis-based Registered Dietitians provides science-backed guidance that is both evidence-based and realistic. No judgment, no rigid rules—just sustainable choices that fit your life.
Because nutrition should feel empowering, not overwhelming.
Nutrition & Wellness Services
At McDaniel Nutrition, we offer personalized support to help you reach your health goals.
Our services include one-on-one nutrition counseling, wellness coaching with Jen, personalized nutrition testing, and corporate wellness programs. With a team of expert dietitians, we’ll match you with the right dietitian to ensure you feel supported every step of the way.
Individual Counseling
Work one-on-one with a dietitian who listens, tailoring nutrition strategies to your needs, preferences, and lifestyle—so it feels sustainable, not restrictive.
Work with Jen
Nutrition is just the beginning. As a dietitian and whole-person coach, I help clients shift habits, thoughts, and patterns—creating meaningful change from the inside out.
Metabolic & Genetic Testing
Get personalized insights to fine-tune your nutrition plan. Understand your unique metabolic and genetic fingerprint, so you can move forward with confidence.
Corporate Wellness
Hi there – I’m Jennifer!
Hi, I’m Jennifer McDaniel—registered dietitian, founder of McDaniel Nutrition, mom of three, and someone who believes health is about so much more than what’s on your plate.
I started this practice to offer personalized, compassionate nutrition care—and I’m so proud of the team we’ve built. Our dietitians bring incredible expertise and heart to their work, helping clients navigate everything from gut health to sports performance to hormonal shifts. I continue to see clients for nutrition counseling too, and I love being part of this collaborative, values-driven team.
In recent years, I’ve also expanded my work to include wellness coaching—supporting clients who want to explore the deeper emotional and mindset patterns tied to health and behavior. It’s a natural extension of my work as a dietitian, shaped by additional training and my own personal growth journey.
If you’re curious about what this kind of coaching looks like, you can learn more here:
Our Team of Dietitians
Nutrition isn’t one-size-fits-all, and neither is our approach. Our crew of registered dietitians brings science-backed guidance with a down-to-earth approach. We don’t claim to hold all the answers—we help you connect with what makes the most sense for your nutrition and wellness. From there, lasting, sustainable shifts happen, built on confidence and self-trust.
Ellen Beuligmann, RDN, LD
Melissa Brown, MPH, CHES, RD, LD
Melissa Chapnick, RD, MS, MPH
Abigail Frech, MS, RDN, LD, ACSM-CPT
Jamie Daugherty, PhD, RD, CSSD
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Protein: The Angel of Macronutrients
I recently did a radio interview on protein, and it got me thinking—protein really is the darling of the nutrition world. It’s the one macronutrient that rarely gets dragged through the mud. Fat and carbs? They’ve had their public trials (and convictions). But...
The Deep work of Moving Slowly Through a Fast World
I recently wrapped up two days away in Vienna, Illinois (about 2.5 hours from St. Louis) on a brief solo getaway. Here’s a picture of my yurt — I had no idea what a yurt was until now, but I’m pretty sure this was a fancy one! One of my favorite things to do is to...
Prebiotic Sodas: A Gut-Friendly Boost or Just Bubbly Marketing?
Over the past few years, a fizzy new trend has bubbled up in the beverage aisle: gut health in a can. From sparkling drinks like Poppi and Olipop to snack bars and yogurts, digestive health is having a moment—and for good reason. We’re learning more and more about...
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