We’re thrilled to welcome molecular virologist & neuroscientist Dr. Dave Hawkes to The Dolce Diet family of bloggers. He’s smart, funny and he can secretly control your mind with his scientific research. by Dr. Dave Hawkes This month’s blog is in response to a question on the “Ask Dr. Dave” forum from Carl Shotton in […]
About Those Pills, Powders & Potions… by Shantanee White I’ve given it tremendous thought, and after much consideration, have written a blog about all my stupid, desperate, obviously not-well-thought-out attempts to lose weight. These are a few things I did, but have put past me… Phentermine, Hydroxycut, Slim Quick, Whey Protein… I’m sure there are […]
by Brandon Guyer [dropcap style=”dropcap2″ color=”black”]T[/dropcap] he hectic lifestyles that many of us live make it nearly impossible to eat the way we would like to. It would be great to be able to eat a balanced and nutritious “diet” ALL THE TIME, but that just isn’t reality. Life throws us curveballs and we have […]
By Sara Mae My morning seemed to get worse and worse. I had woken up late, which meant I didn’t have time to get my breakfast made before getting my kids up. My son woke up in a grumpy mood, still recovering from a tonsillectomy 3 weeks prior. My daughter was going her own pace […]
by Todd Harwood Twiiter: @Todd_Harwood One of my fondest memories as a youngster was of going to summer cowboy camp. They would take us out and we would sleep under the stars and wake to the blessed smell and sound of bacon sizzling in an iron skillet over an open fire. We’d sit and eat breakfast […]
The Dolce Diet welcomes Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Brandon Guyer to our family of bloggers! His motivational insight and unique experience offer a valuable look into how we can best achieve our goals! Read on, readers! by Brandon Guyer There’s a reason I now use quotations when saying the word “diet.” It took me awhile […]
by Shantanee White In my experience with this topic, there are no do’s just don’ts. It’s a waste of energy on the wrong thing. If you’re concerned with how cute you look at the gym, then there needs to be a change in priority. Not that I myself am not guilty of this. I am […]
by Todd Harwood In my random conversations with people about health and eating habits, the most common theme I hear is: “One day I will start eating right”. We as humans have this innate need to wait until our backs are up against the wall to change our habits or take action. This must change! […]
The Dolce Diet welcomes Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Brandon Guyer to our family of bloggers! His motivational insight and unique experience offer a valuable look into how we can best achieve our goals! Read on, readers! by Brandon Guyer So you’re hungry at work midway through the day and dying for a snack. The vending […]
We know all branches of the military have physical fitness standards you’re required to meet! Let us know how The Dolce Diet has readied you to pass that physical fitness test or how its principles help keep you in shape! Most importantly, thank you for your service!
5 Ways to Stay Healthy at a Desk Job By Lindsay Howard, MS, Dietetic Intern According to the American Heart Association, 80% of all American jobs are sedentary. This is an 83% increase from 1950! Research has shown that as time spent sitting increases, so does your risk for developing high blood pressure, obesity, and […]
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 most natural multi-vitamin. They’re packed with vitamins and minerals, specifically iron and folate, which help to build […]
By Mike Dolce With all the conflicting information on the market, how are you to truly know which lifestyle program to start and believe in? Or more importantly, how can you stick to the program you’re already on? In my business, nobody is happy; not the UFC world-champion that has yet another fight to train […]
Family Date Nights by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Backyard Camp Out Pitch a tent or make a blanket/towel fort right outside. Turn off your phones and tablets and spend some time outdoors with your loved ones. This also makes it easy for bathroom breaks (in a clean, sanitary environment). Themed Family Photo Shoot You […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Brandy is back on the show after a long hiatus. Mike Dolce is a 3X World MMA Awards Trainer of the Year, NJ Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee and was named a Men’s Fitness Top 30 Fitness Game Changer. As the founder of The Dolce Diet […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 3 Moves to Bigger Calves by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Wondering how to get big calves? Here are three exercises that will build calf muscles. 1. Standing Barbell Calf Raise • Start with the barbell on your back as you would for a back squat. Load the bar according to YOUR ability […]
3 Slow Cooker Recipes You Can Freeze Before Cooking Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken Ingredients – 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces – 1 fresh pineapple, stalk, skin, and core removed and fruit cut into bite-sized pieces – 2 tablespoons honey – 2 tablespoons Bragg’s Liquid Aminos Materials – 1 gallon-sized plastic […]
by Stephanie Dodge As a wound care nurse for a major hospital in south Florida, I admit, I see some of the worst patients that are admitted. Not only do they have wounds, but they have a laundry list of co-morbities. Co-morbities: Two or more coexisting medical conditions or disease processes that are additional to […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Joining Mike in the studio today is Rudy Inaba, the Director of Nutrition and Exercise at Cenegenics Medical Institute. Mike Dolce is a 3X World MMA Awards Trainer of the Year, NJ Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee and was named a Men’s Fitness Top 30 Fitness […]
3 Favorite Meatball Recipes Here are some fun meatball recipes. You can serve these over brown rice pasta, quinoa or rice! Buffalo Chicken & Quinoa Meatballs Makes about 36 small meatballs Ingredients • 2 lbs. 95% lean ground chicken • ¾ cup cooked quinoa • 1 carrot, minced • 1 celery rib, minced • 1 […]
