DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Healthy, Crockpot Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Cozy up with some hearty, cold-weather crockpot recipes, sure to satisfy the family! Chicken, Potatoes & Green Beans Serves 4 Ingredients • 1 ½ – 2 lbs. chicken breasts • ½ lb. fresh green beans, trimmed • 1 ¼ lb. diced red potatoes […]
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. […]
The Dolce Diet Holiday Menu Is Available! Just in time for Thanksgiving, Mike Dolce is sharing the very same meals he prepares for his family with yours! Who says holidays have to make you feel fat, bloated and derail your goals of being fit, healthy and downright sexy?! These are the very same recipes I […]
The Dolce Diet Holiday Menu Is Available for Download! Just in time for Thanksgiving Mike Dolce is sharing the very same meals he prepares for his family with yours! Who says holidays have to make you feel fat, bloated and derail your goals of being fit, healthy and downright sexy?! These are the very same […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: The Benefits of Pumpkin by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Once the leaves start changing color and the weather cools down, we know fall is upon us. And what do most of us associate with fall? Pumpkins! Pumpkins have been a staple of autumn traditions for hundreds of years starting with Halloween, […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Mike Dolce and Dolce Diet Head Dietitian Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD talk about the latest health & fitness news and more! 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 […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 3 Festive, Fall Drink Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Fall has some of the best drink recipes out there. They are all so decadent and each sip really reminds you of the holiday season and all the wonderful aromas that go with it. So skip those added calories and added […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 3 Fun Fall Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD With the weather cooling down, it’s time to turn on that oven and cozy up to some warm, nutritious recipes. Here are just a few that we have up our sleeves! Pumpkin Spice Breakfast Cookies Makes 12 cookies Ingredients • ¼ cup […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 6 Moves to Relaxation by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD At the Dolce Diet, we are far more than a nutrition brand. We are an overall health, wellness and longevity brand. Your health is measured by more than just what you put in your mouth or how much you can back squat. […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 4 Simple Shoulder Sculpting Exercises by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Body weight exercises are great for building muscle tone. A lot of people tend to think lifting heavy makes you bulky, but it’s all about time under tension. So yes, if you lift heavy for multiple reps, you’ll see size. But […]
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 […]
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 […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: The Benefits of Raw Cacao by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD We love cacao, not just for the holidays, but as a healthy way to treat yourself (in moderation of course). Cacao, or dark chocolate, is typically raw, fermented and then dried. This process helps to retain as many nutrients as possible. […]
3 Steps to Combat Artificial Light Exposure By Amber Lowry Most of our lives are consumed by artificial light. Think about it: if you’re not on your phone responding to texts, you’re on your laptop responding to emails. If you’re not on your tablet binge-watching your latest Netflix obsession, you’re watching the game on TV. […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Why We Love Almond Milk by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Almond milk is a great alternative in your diet, especially if you are lactose intolerant,vegan, or if you want to avoid unwanted hormones and antibiotics typically found in cow’s milk, though it should be noted that not every cow’s milk brand uses […]
By Lindsay Howard It’s officially flu season! Everyone is coughing, sniffling, and calling off work! If you don’t want to be down for the count, here are 4 Ways to Fight Off the Flu with Nutrition! 1. Drink enough water! Staying well hydrated will keep the mucus membranes in your nose and mouth moist, which […]
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY! Mother’s Day is the day to salute Mom, or that motherly figure in your life. It is a day to show gratitude for the love, care and support they give each and every day. This all-inclusive, Dolce-Approved Mother’s Day Menu is the perfect way to show Mom your appreciation! APPETIZER Cherry Tomato […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 3 DIY Homemade Dog Treats by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD We at The Dolce Diet treat our pets like the family members they are – actually, we treat them better! Here are a few special treats to make for your furry best friend…and maybe leave a few out for Santa’s reindeer. […]
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 LIFESTYLE: 6 Reasons Why Women Should Lift by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. More Effective Fat Loss You utilize more oxygen during strength training, and when your body uses more oxygen, it increases your metabolic rate and burns more calories. You won’t get the same results with running or yoga alone. The intensity […]
