FOUR WAYS TO FALL BACK IN LOVE WITH FALL by Mary Spiegelberg, Dolce Diet Intern Summer is coming to an end and there seems to be a clear divide. On one hand, we have those who cannot wait to drown away in their pumpkin flavored caffeinated beverages, bundle up with the full embrace of sweater […]
10 Ways to Stay Healthy At Work Health care is a hot topic these days, and the personal health and wellness industry is booming. With health care reform, some companies are in a bind and are seriously looking at ways to promote wellness and preventive health measures for their employees. If you are an employee, […]
Top Foods That Fight Inflammation By Meg Pulkrabek MS, RD, LRD As uncomfortable and painful as inflammation can be, the sensation is actually a sign that your body is attempting to heal itself. When you feel swelling to an injured area, it means there has been blood and proteins sent in to repair the injury. […]
5 Kid-Approved Afternoon Snacks by Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD Every parent wants to feed their child healthy snacks, but will he or she actually eat them? Here are 5 after-school snacks that meet both you AND your child’s standards! Homemade Trail Mix • ¼ cup roasted, salted cashews (any nut) • 2 Tbsp. dark chocolate […]
3 Tips to Boost Your Confidence Today Although we may not like to admit it, many of us suffer with confidence issues that can prevent us from fully experiencing life. Here are three quick tips to help boost your self confidence: 1) Embrace positive memories It’s easy to only focus on negative associations, so whenever […]
4 Common Conditions Your Gut Bacteria May Help With By Meg Pulkrabek MS, RD, LRD Think of your intestinal environment like it’s a large city with millions of different people working together to maintain it. Our gut bacteria are very similar to a diverse community like this. The bacteria in our gut have a variety […]
6 Ways to Reduce Your Grocery Bill by Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD 1. Use Your Freezer • Don’t let leftovers spoil! Save money and time by freezing extra portions for the following week. • Explore frozen produce. Don’t miss out on delicious fruit like berries and mango because they can be more expensive when fresh. […]
Should I Be Refrigerating That? You may think you are doing your produce good by keeping it cool. In reality, certain foods are best kept at room temperature! Take a look at the foods below, some may surprise you. Potatoes: starches turn to sugar in cool temperatures Garlic: the cold may make the garlic sprout […]
3 Questions To Ask Before Taking Supplements by Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD Today it seems that just about anywhere you go there is a supplement shop, company rep, or “healthy” vitamin and mineral aisle. While dietary supplements are sold in abundance, they fail to receive the same regulation as over-the-counter drugs and prescription medications. As […]
5 Ways to Lessen Back Pain Today 1. Adjust your office ergonomics Video games and television aren’t the only things that have us stuck to screens. Many people spend long days working at desks, hunched over computers. If you don’t practice proper ergonomics at work, your back, neck and shoulders may suffer. To improve your […]
Review of Mike Dolce’s “The Dolce Diet: LIVING LEAN” and “LIVING LEAN COOKBOOK” FITNESS & EXERCISE – OCTOBER 14, 2012 BY: JAY DONELSON Examiner.com The idea of losing weight and getting healthier makes many people think that they need to follow a particular diet plan. The Atkins diet and Sacred Heart diet are examples of […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 5 Alternatives to White Pasta by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD1. Spaghetti Squash Just slice in half and bake to get the stringy, fibrous membrane out of the center with a fork. This squash also absorbs sauce very well, and is packed with vitamins A and C. 2. Spiraled Veggies You significantly reduce […]
Labor Day Menu 2015 by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD APPETIZER Summer Stacks Serves 6-8 Ingredients • 2 cups raw almonds, soaked in water for 2 hours • 1¼ cup water • ¼ cup olive oil • 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice • 2 cloves garlic • 1 tsp. liquid smoke • ¾ tsp. onion […]
Heather Morton @HeatherMorton12 Can’t believe the difference of one week on the @TheDolceDiet I feel amazing. #unbelievable #healthy
Staff Report 1) Black coffee with nothing added to it has zero calories. 2) Decaffeinated coffee still retains 1-2% of its original caffeine. 3) According to legend, an Ethiopian goat herder named Kaldi discovered coffee (some say around 800 BC) when he noticed his goats became more energetic from eating some red berries. Hmmm…. 4) […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 5 Ways to Get Rid of Loose Skin (After Weight Loss or Pregnancy) by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. Slow & Steady Wins the Race It took you time to put the weight on (and stretch the skin along with it), so it’s going to take time to take it off. The […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 3 Quick, Muscle-Building Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Building muscle should be a fun process. And that includes what you put in your mouth. Try out these fun recipes that will not only satisfy your pallet, but also your recovering body. Remember, the better we recover and fuel, the better […]
3 Unconventional Ways to Stay Fit By Amber Lowry Bored of the gym? You’re not alone. It’s easy to get tired of the same old weight-lifting and cardio machines. Sadly, many people use this as an excuse to give up on their fitness goals. While it’s important to crush it during your gym sessions, it’s […]
Slow Down the Aging Process: Avoid These 5 Age-Adding Foods! The foods we eat impact our health and everyday lives. And while eating a “fun” food every once in a while won’t age you in one day, a lifetime of bad eating habits can cause you to age faster than you’d like. So try to […]
3 Anytime Recipes Kids Love by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Chicken, Veggie & Egg Muffins Ingredients • ½ cup of diced, cooked chicken • 1/2 cup of grated Swiss cheese or cheese of choice • 4 to 6 eggs • ¼ cup of veggies of choice • Salt and pepper to taste Directions • […]
