Haley McNamara - The Takeout

Location

Colorado

School

Metropolitan State University of Denver, Vegan Fusion Academy

Expertise

Plant-Based cuisine, Instructing nutrition & cooking, Grocery shopping

The key to Haley's heart is a shopping spree at Whole Foods Market followed by a slice (or four) of their vegan pizza.
She's a cold-brew connoisseur — spoiler alert: the best is from a popular department store.
Her Kitchen Aid ice cream maker attachment is by far one of her most used cooking gadgets.

Experience

Ever since Haley was old enough to work, all of her work experience has involved food of some sort. While in college, Haley scripted, produced, and hosted her own plant-based cooking show on campus that was broadcast locally in Denver. She's worked as a brand ambassador for several reputable health food startups, where she helped market and advertise their products that have now taken over social media. Haley's most recent endeavor, and also one of her favorite endeavors so far, has been teaching elementary school students how to cook, nourish their bodies, and appreciate food.

Education

Haley earned her bachelor's degree in speech communication with a concentration in television broadcasting and a minor in nutrition from Metropolitan State University of Denver. She leveled up her passion for health and cooking by earning a plant-based chef certification under the American Culinary Federation, where she was taught both classic and plant-based culinary techniques by vegetarian hall-of-fame chef Mark Reinfeld via his Vegan Fusion Academy.

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Stories By Haley McNamara

The Boozy Beverages That Are Secretly Causing You Gas Issues

Do you get bloated when you have a drink or two? You're not alone. Here are the culprits and reasons that your digestive system is objecting to certain tipples.
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Why Gordon Ramsay Wants More People To Complain At Restaurants

Gordon Ramsey has never hesitated to speak his mind, and thinks you should do the same — especially if you're less than satisfied with a restaurant experience.
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Want To Buy The Most Nutritious Canned Fruit? Look For This Type

If you're buying canned fruit at the grocery store, one simple label detail can help you pick the most nutritious option and avoid less healthy choices.
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Why Sourdough Is Easier To Digest Than Other Types Of Bread

Everyone loves sourdough, though we all love it for different reasons. Some people feel it's easier to digest than other types of bread, but why is that?
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The High-Protein Ingredient Your Mac And Cheese Is Missing

Make your favorite boxed or homemade macaroni and cheese a little more satiating when you add this popular, high-protein ingredient the mix.
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The Most Nutritious Breakfast Option To Grab At Starbucks

If you're stopping by Starbucks for a bit of breakfast but don't want to skimp on nutrition, this is the best breakfast menu option to start your day with.
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The Most Nutritious Type Of Lettuce Is Absolutely Loaded With Vitamins

Lettuce is pretty well-known for being a healthy addition to any diet, but some types of lettuce are better than others. This lettuce is packed with vitamins.
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The Celebrity Chef Capital Of The US Isn't LA Or New York

The U.S. isn't short of celebrity chef restaurants, but one city has way more than the others, and it's an extremely popular tourist destination, too.
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The Nutritious Ingredient Julie Andrews Used To Frost Her Favorite Carrot Cake

Julie Andrews’ favorite carrot cake frosting gets a nutritious boost from this one simple ingredient, adding both flavor and health benefits.
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Why You Should Always Leave Artificially Flavored Cheese On The Shelf

Artificially flavored cheeses are everywhere these days, but that doesn't mean you should be buying them. Here's why they're better left on the shelf.
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How Many Pomegranates It Takes To Make One Bottle Of POM Wonderful

If you've ever tried to juice pomegranates at home, you know how difficult it can be. How many pomegranates go into making one bottle of POM Wonderful?
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The Walmart Egg Scandal That Proved 'Organic' Isn't Always What It's Cracked Up To Be

Organic eggs are sold at a premium price because what they are offering is supposed to be a better product, but this Walmart egg scandal proved otherwise.
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The Best Time To Stop Eating Before Heading To Bed

If you're looking to take control over your diet, one way to improve your situation has less to do with what you eat and more to do with when you're eating it.
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From Behind Bars To Baker: The Inspiring Story Of Dave's Killer Bread

Bread tastes better when there's an inspiring story behind it. Here's how the co-founder of Dave's Killer Bread went from being a prisoner to a baker.
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The Best Time To Eat Protein For A Workout

Popular wisdom says that eating protein before a workout is best. However, our experts say that's only half of the story when it comes to protein.and workouts.
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This Canned Ice Cream Cone Swap Is Next-Level Deliciousness

Ice cream tastes better on a cone. Everyone knows that. But instead of reaching for a classic waffle cone, try putting ice cream on this canned ingredient.
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Is Coffee Actually Nutritious? Here's What The Science Says

Depending on the source, coffee is either the one of the best or worst things you can consume. But scientific studies can provide real answers to the debate.
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What Is The Best Time Of Day To Eat A High-Protein Meal? Here's What To Know

Since protein is linked to building muscle, it makes sense to eat a high-protein meal right after exercise or a long day, right? Our expert has some thoughts.
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You Only Need 2 Ingredients For The Easiest One-Pot Dinner

Sure, plenty of recipes claim to be "easy." But are they as simple as combining two common kitchen ingredients and simmering to make a delicious meal?
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How Walmart's Low Prices Ended Up Benefiting Whole Foods

You know that Whole Foods has diverse grocery products with high price tags. But did you know that the chain's strategy was influenced in part by Walmart?
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The Best Time To Eat Your Biggest Meal Isn't Dinner, According To Science

Dinner is the meal that ends the day, and it should be your biggest meal, right? Well, to answer in that order: It wasn't always, and it really shouldn't be.
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According To Science This Is The Best Time To Eat Lunch

We all know what time lunch should take place — early afternoon, right? As it turns out, there's a very good reason why you should eat your midday meal then.
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The Popular Italian Dish You Should Probably Skip

There are so many great meals on most Italian restaurant menus that it's hard to pick one. Well, our expert can help you: She says pass on this popular choice.
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Is Your Dutch Oven Actually Oven-Safe? Here's What To Look For

Dutch ovens are sturdy vessels — but are they oven-safe? They can be, but there are many factors to consider before your oven goes up against high heat.
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The Costco Nuts Customers Often Have To Return

Though nuts are an item that Costco customers often return, there's one variety of Kirkland bulk nut that is brought back to stores more often than others.
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I Visited This Giada De Laurentiis Restaurant And Haven't Been The Same Since

Our writer had a magical birthday meal at Giada De Laurentiis' restaurant in Las Vegas, once that wildly exceeded her expectations. Read her report here.
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The Ingredient That Makes Dunkin's Sourdough Extra Tasty

If your day can't begin without a Dunkin' sourdough breakfast sandwich, it's thanks to the unique secret ingredient behind Dunkin's extra tasty sourdough bread.
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