The Benefits of Bariatric Surgery for Rheumatoid Arthritis Patients

If you are overweight and suffering from rheumatoid arthritis (RA), bariatric surgery may be able to help according to a research study conducted by the Rheumatology Research Foundation and the National Institutes of Health. Research shows weight loss following bariatric weight loss surgery has been associated with improved RA disease control, a decrease in the need for medication and lower markers of inflammation.

Summer Fitness: Stay In Shape and Enjoy Your Summer

Summertime can be more relaxed and less structured than the rest of the year. With vacations, cookouts and plenty of ice cream everywhere you look, it can be much easier to lounge poolside and enjoy the sweet and unhealthy treats that summer has to offer.

June’s 30 Day Squat Challenge

It’s almost June! If you feel like you are not ready for bikini season, then join us on our Squat Challenge. Beginning on June 1st, you will have a set number of squats you must do. The number of squats increases as the month progresses.

5 Strategies to Help Satisfy Your Hunger and Help You Lose Weight

For many individuals on a mission to lose weight, hunger pangs can quickly get in the way of shedding those unwanted pounds. As you cut back on calories, your body starts trying out for food. This can wreak havoc on any weight loss plan. Hunger is a big part of why we eat. In early times, hunger was an important survival method. In today’s world, hunger can easily mean forgetting about one’s goals to eat healthily and succumbing to the fast food and junk food industry that is all around us. While it may not always be possible to control the unhealthy foods that surround you, you can work on appetite-control strategies to help you lose weight.

Stay Hydrated! Foods to Keep You Hydrated

Most experts recommend consuming at least 8 glasses of water per day. What you may not know is that approximately 20 percent of your daily water intake can actually come from solid foods, especially your fruits and veggies. This doesn’t mean you should skip out on the water — especially when the weather is warm. However, you can increase your water intake by consuming these highly hydrating foods — most of which contain at least 90 percent water according to weight.

Gender Disparity: Bariatric Surgery Much Less Common in Men

8 Great Protein Snacks to Enjoy on the Run

Know the Warning Signs: 5 Signs You Should be Consuming More Protein

Protein is important to your health. If you do not consume enough protein, your body suffers. Proteins are the body’s main building blocks. They are important in making skin, muscles, organs and tendons. Proteins are also necessary in making neurotransmitters, enzymes, neurotransmitters and more. Without protein, your life would simply not be the same.

Nashua Nutrition “2015 Best of Nashua” Award Winner

We are excited to announce that Nashua Nutrition won the “2015 best of Nashua” award. The category of the award was for best in weight-loss and bariatric. The Nashua Award program awarded Nashua Nutrition based on its commitment to customer service, and quality.

Your Bariatric Journey: Pre-Bariatric Surgery Diet?

It’s not uncommon to want to enjoy some of your favorite foods and restaurants before undergoing bariatric surgery. However, it is very important to develop a new and healthy relationship with food including practicing portion control and sticking to a mostly good-for-you diet. It is important to remember that bariatric surgery requires you to make dietary changes before and after surgery. While your physician will provide your pre-bariatric surgery guidelines to you, it is important to adopt a healthy, low-calorie diet before your surgery.