Endocrine disruptors are defined as exogenous chemicals or a mixture of chemicals that can mimic or block hormones, interfere with receptor binding, and change the metabolism of hormones and any aspect of hormone function. Theyâre commonly called hormone disrupting chemicals, xenoestrogens, endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs), obesogens, diabetogens, and metabolism-disrupting chemicals. When the endocrine system is disrupted,…
Ingredients: 1 (14 oz.) package of firm tofu 1/3 cup lite soy sauce 1 Tablespoon olive oil 1 teaspoon sesame oil (optional) 2 Tablespoons rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar 2 Tablespoons water 1 Tablespoon brown sugar 1 clove garlic, minced or ½ teaspoon garlic powder Juice of 1 fresh lime (about 2 Tablespoons) 2…
Keeping that summer bod in shape isnât always easy when the sweltering heat hits. Hot, humid air can make you feel lethargic and even hard to breathe. Here are some easy tips to keep up your exercise routine, even in the heat: Time it Right Early mornings and evenings are the best time to get…
 Ingredients: ¡        2 Tablespoons olive oil ¡        1 small red onion, diced ¡        2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced ¡        2 lbs. fresh zucchini, quartered and sliced ¡        2 ½ cups low sodium vegetable broth ¡        ½ teaspoon salt, divided ¡        ½ teaspoon black pepper, divided ¡        A sprinkle of croutons or hazelnuts Preparation: 1. In…
If youâre in vacay mode, you can still relax AND stay on track with your weight loss journey. Check out these 6 tips for working out while on vacation: Get it Done Early Even if you donât typically work out in the morning, getting it done early in the day will do wonders while youâre…
What do peaches, bananas, almonds, spinach, and coconut water have in common?  Theyâre all heart-healthy foods! Summer is here, temperatures are rising, and itâs time for a refeshingly cold smoothie! A frosty shake is great for any time of day and itâs just so easy to throw ingredients into a blender to make a…
Back to the question, âAre Grains and Carbs Bad for You?â The answer is: it depends. Highly processed refined grains and carbs have little redeeming value. They have very little nutrition left by the time you eat them. When eaten frequently and in large quantities refined carbs are thought to change your metabolism, which can…
Whether you want to kick start your weight loss journey or you simply want to get back on track, youâll need the right diet food on hand. Youâll want to choose food thatâs not only nutritious and meets your diet requirements, but actually taste good, too! Lucky for you, at Nashua Nutrition, we have both.  We have a wide selection of high protein, low carb food, but all those choices can be…
Ingredients: 1 cup dry wild rice, rinsed 3 cups water ½ cup brown rice, rinsed 1 cup water ½ medium red bell pepper ½ medium yellow bell pepper 2 stalks celery, diced Âź red onion, diced ½ teaspoon orange zest (about ½ large orange peel) 1/3 cup freshly squeezed orange juice (about one large orange)…
Who needs the gym these days? Then again, itâs not even an option as some gyms remain closed or have very strict guidelines. You donât need fancy equipment or to be a star athlete to get in shape. Plus, you can always make modifications based on your individual abilities and weight loss goals. Here are…