DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Surviving The Holidays Healthy-Style The holidays somehow manage to bring out our infamous alter egos: Bad Snack Man, Quick Candy Chic, and yes, even the notorious, boozed up Lazy Lush. Below is a list of ways to stay on the good guys’ side during this festive season while still enjoying all the […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 7 Ways to Motivate Yourself To Do Anything by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. Focus on the Next Positive Step Leave behind any negative thoughts and focus on the positive future ahead. 2. Be Confident in Yourself Nothing is more attractive than loving yourself and realizing your own worth. You attract […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: How to Stomp Out Stress by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Stress has a major impact on health. It can impair impulse control, reasoning, learning and memory. It is very important to try to minimize the stress in your life in order to increase your longevity. When you do get stressed, just […]
Weird Facts You Never Knew About Your Thanksgiving Dinner Thanksgiving is filled with traditions passed down from generation to generation…And also with oddities. Here are four fun ones we enjoyed reading. 1) Sweet Potatoes Were Henry VIII’s Favorite Aphrodisiac Many foods have been considered aphrodisiacs, but sweet potatoes were more famous than most for “procuring […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Unique Thanksgiving Side Dishes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Instead of your typical mashed potatoes with gravy and green bean casserole, try out these festive side dishes, guaranteed to please your friends and family. Or at the very least, add these as additional options, and let your guests choose to go […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Protein-Packed Vegan Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD If you happen to be vegan, sometimes it can be challenging to consume adequate amounts of protein within the day. But look no further for some high quality, protein-packed, vegan-friendly dishes. Here we’ve got you covered for breakfast, lunch/dinner and a snack. Gluten […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Fall Drink Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD You’ll need some tasty, healthy beverages to accompany those holiday cookie recipes we posted the other day. Try out these, fall-inspired drinks this holiday season! They’ll be big hits at holiday gatherings, or a nice way to compliment that special holiday dessert. Gingerbread […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 5 Best Snacks for Weight Loss 1. Nuts Virtually all (unsalted) varieties work here, but almonds, cashews and walnuts are packed with fiber, protein and omega-3s. 2. Oatmeal Filled with fiber to help you feel fuller for longer, plus a great source of protein and carbs. 3. Hardboiled Eggs filled with Hummus […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Supercharge Your Health With These Cranberry Sauce Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Cranberries have lots of health benefits, including preventing and treating urinary tract infections, promoting feminine health, improving cardiovascular health and they can even act as a liver protectant. As the holidays get closer, cranberry flavored everything tends to […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Healthy Holiday Cookie Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD The holidays are approaching fast. These cookies are great to pack up in a pretty tin and give as gifts or simply for entertaining guests at home. Either way, these healthier twists on the classic holiday cookies are sure to please! Sugar […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Flat Tummy Secrets by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Foods to Eat Pineapple • Filled with potassium to reduce bloating, but also contains bromelain, a digestive enzyme that helps digest proteins. Blueberries • There have been several studies linked to blueberry intake and the ability to prevent the growth of belly fat. […]
Do-Anywhere Exercises These bodyweight movements target specific muscle groups without the use of equipment. 1) Quads • Lunges (walking, in-place, jumping) • High knees • Burpees 2) Glutes • Air squats • Donkey kicks • Glute bridge • Jumping knee tucks 3) Triceps • Close-grip push-ups (hands under armpits, elbows pointed back) • Dips (use […]
by Lindsay Howard Every New Year we are flooded with thoughts of making changes and setting goals for ourselves; and if we aren’t, our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram accounts are full of other people’s! The problem is most of these thoughts only last for a few days or weeks, and then fade away, leaving you […]
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 weather and finally stop rolling their eyes at summer body vs. taco meme debates. On […]
3 Slow Cooker Soup Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Black Bean Soup Ingredients • 2 cups or 1 pound dried black beans, soaked overnight and rinsed • 1 (14.5 ounce) can crushed fire roasted tomatoes • 1 bell pepper, cored and diced • 2 jalapenos, cored and diced • 1 yellow onion, diced […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Mike Dolce and Team Rousey coaches Edmond Tarverdyan, Ryron Gracie & Justin Flores talk martial arts and the will to win. Mike Dolce is a 2X World MMA Awards Trainer of the Year, 2014 NJ Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee and 2014 Men’s Fitness Top 30 […]
20 Nutritious Foods with a Long Shelf Life It hurts the heart and wallet to toss expired food. Whether it’s a mushy vegetable from the fridge or an expired canned good from the pantry, throwing away your hard-earned money is never fun. Reduce food waste by adding these 20 nutritious foods to your next grocery […]
By Todd H. MyDolceDiet.com member Prior to starting 3 Weeks to Shredded I had gotten my yearly physical. I was surprised when I received the results of my blood work. I have always thought that I was a fairly “healthy” individual. Much to my horror, the Doctor started telling me that many of my levels […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 5 Ways to Naturally Clean Out the Body by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Sometimes certain occasions arise and we may go on junk food benders. After your little stint, use these foods to help get your body back to your normal, healthy self. Dark, green leafy vegetables These guys are your […]
By Amber Lowry Getting little ones to eat their vegetables can turn the dinner table into a battlefield. But with a dash of creative effort, you can end the war on veggies and create healthier, happier tummies in the process. Here are a few tricks to help veggies seem more appealing to children. 1. Get […]
