Protein: The Angel of Macronutrients

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...
Overthinking Food, Influencers and Intuition

Overthinking Food, Influencers and Intuition

The first time I remember truly “overthinking food” was when I became a parent. Even as a dietitian trained to separate fact from fear, I felt conflicted. What type of formula is best? Organic or conventional? Homemade or store-bought? And don’t get me started on the...
From Guilt to Grace: Navigating Holiday Food Thoughts

From Guilt to Grace: Navigating Holiday Food Thoughts

I recently did a taped interview for a local St. Louis TV station which aired on Black Friday about holiday food guilt. The topic was a familiar one: “How to deal with post-Turkey Day overeating.” During the segment, I stuck to three main points, a...
5 Steps for Better Bone Health | McDaniel Nutrition

5 Steps for Better Bone Health | McDaniel Nutrition

Often times people believe that osteoporosis is a problem that affects older women alone. Although women are 4 times more likely to develop osteoporosis, in 2020 the number of men in the United States with thinning bones topped 20 million. Clearly, osteoporosis...
Does Your Corporate Wellness Program Include Sleep?

Does Your Corporate Wellness Program Include Sleep?

Most companies’ corporate wellness programs focus on physical fitness. But, quite often, they often don’t prioritize the other pieces of the wellness puzzle – nutrition and sleep. According to the Institute for Health Metrics, poor nutrition has nearly...