Magnesium: The Invisible Deficiency

Magnesium: The Invisible Deficiency

How often do you think about the mineral, magnesium? Probably less than popularly discussed nutrients such as Vitamin D or Omega-3s. Research shows that ~50% of Americans don’t get enough magnesium in their diets. At McDaniel Nutrition, we’re always...
10 Tips For Hosting a Stress-Free Thanksgiving

10 Tips For Hosting a Stress-Free Thanksgiving

Are you trying to create the perfect (and ideally stress-free) Thanksgiving dinner for your guests? When we reflect on past holidays, it’s the bloopers and mishaps that we tend to remember the most (and often hold dear). At the time, we’re frazzled when we...
I Want Candy: 4 Tips for Managing Fun Foods on Halloween

I Want Candy: 4 Tips for Managing Fun Foods on Halloween

If you’re reading this blog, you’re most likely a parent who cares about your child’s sugar intake and/or you want to help your kids strike a balance between the 5 pounds of candy in their Halloween bag with everyday nutritious foods. Maybe you realize that a...
Picky Eaters | The Division of Responsibility

Picky Eaters | The Division of Responsibility

As a parent, you always want to do what’s best for your children. We want to help our kids grow through proper nutrition. But sometimes convincing a kid to eat his or her broccoli makes both of you completely miserable. Picky eating can make family mealtimes one of...
5 Easy Sheet Pan Meals | McDaniel Nutrition

5 Easy Sheet Pan Meals | McDaniel Nutrition

Sheet pan meals are the way to go. They’re simple, delicious, and cut down on so much cooking time. One meal, one plan gets dinner on the table quickly, efficiently and with less stress. All you need to do is prep your ingredients, assemble them on a sheet pan,...