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2014 – The Year Mike Dolce Kicked My Ass

December 16, 2014

Ryan lost 25 lbs. implementing The Dolce Diet lifestyle! Well, 2014 has been an amazing year. I started off 2014 with a four-week version of 3 Weeks to Shredded, then followed the Living Lean Cookbook and got my family “converted.” Completed UFC Fit and had Mike in my ear every week with the amazing podcast. […]

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Buying, Storing, Preparing and Cooking Meat

December 11, 2014

Buying, Storing, Preparing and Cooking Meat At the Dolce Diet we love meat! However, it is one of the main culprits of foodborne illness. With the holidays upon us, and lots of hosting/dinners to plan, be sure to practice safe food handling so you don’t send your guests to the hospital! Buying • Check to […]

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Mike Dolce Inducted into NJ Martial Arts Hall of Fame

December 10, 2014

NEW JERSEY – Dec. 5, 2014 – Mike Dolce was tonight inducted into the NJ Martial Arts Hall of Fame for his “dedication and contributions in the world of martial arts.” “It’s a big honor,” Dolce said. “It’s something that I’ve been a part of my whole life in some way, shape or form. I […]

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Johny Hendricks Weighs in at 170 lbs. via The Dolce Diet

December 5, 2014

Dec. 5, 2014 – LAS VEGAS – UFC welterweight champion Johny “Bigg Rigg” Hendricks today weighed in at 170 lbs. for his title defense against Robbie Lawler. Hendricks has worked with weight management coach Mike Dolce for his past 7 fights. For information on how to watch UFC 181, visit UFC.com’s HOW TO WATCH page.

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Cholesterol Fighting Foods

December 3, 2014

Foods that Can Help Lower Your Cholesterol by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), 1 out of 3 Americans has high cholesterol. High cholesterol can be hereditary, but it can also be largely caused by diet and lifestyle choices, such as smoking. Here are some foods that can […]

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THE MIKE DOLCE SHOW – Ep. 98 Say No To Dirty Drawers

December 1, 2014

In this episode of the Mike Dolce Show fitness podcast, Mike discusses how to lean out and gain muscle, IIFYM (if it fits your macros), why you should eat more than 3 meals a day and more! Mike Dolce is the 2013 World MMA Awards Trainer of the Year, 2014 NJ Martial Arts Hall of […]

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Fun Facts About Hemp Seeds

November 24, 2014

Fun Facts About Hemp Seeds by Samantha Coogan-Wilkinson, MS, RDN, LD If you’ve ever had the famous Dolce Diet Breakfast Bowl, you are no stranger to the power of hemp seeds! Below are some fun facts along with a new recipe to try! • Comes from the Cannibas plant…..yes, the one you’re thinking of, but […]

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Hey Mike! Do I Need More Calories To Build Muscle?

November 22, 2014

Question Hey Mike – Love your cookbook! Great recipes and have been enjoying them for about 8 months now. I’m down 25 pounds from 190 to 165! I’m starting to get back to a focus on building muscle and I know by now that you are against calorie counting, but everything I’ve read says I […]

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Cooking With Mushrooms: Types, Textures & Tastes

November 18, 2014

Cooking With Mushrooms: Types, Textures & Tastes by Samantha Coogan-Wilkinson, MS, RDN, LD Our recipes use a lot of different types of mushrooms, so we’ve listed the most common ones and what characteristics differentiates one from another. Chanterelle • Fruity aroma • Range from yellow, orange, and brown to pale white or black • Funnel-shaped […]

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The Skinny on Artificial Sweeteners, Cane Sugar and Natural Sugars

November 12, 2014

Artificial Sweeteners, Cane Sugar & Natural Sugars by Samantha Coogan-Wilkinson, MS, RDN, LD Many people tend to have a sweet tooth. Sugars makes cakes taste better, cookies smell better, and makes whipped cream that perfect consistency. However, it wreaks havoc on our blood sugar levels and oftentimes leads to bloating and excess fat storage (any […]

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