4 Fun Water Alternatives By Amber Lowry Water is without a doubt the big kahuna of the hydration game. But staying hydrated doesn’t have to be limited to plain old water. Switching up sipping options can help keep you both accountable and motivated to replenish your body with vital nutrients all day long. Check out […]
4 Yummy Stir-Fry Recipes By Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD Paprika Chicken, Asparagus, and Sun-Dried Tomato Stir-Fry Serves 4 Ingredients 1/3 cups sun-dried tomatoes 2 Tbsp. avocado oil 1 lb. chicken thighs (boneless, skinless, sliced into thinner strips) ¼ tsp. sea salt ½ tsp. paprika 1 lb. asparagus (ends tripped, cut in half) Instructions 1. Chop […]
3 Homemade Granola Bar Recipes By Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD Classic Apple Cinnamon Makes 12 bars The Goods: 2 cups pecans 2 cups rolled oats 1 ½ cups pitted and halved dates 2 tsp. cinnamon 2 granny smith apples, chopped Instructions: • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper […]
How to Cut, Chop and Slice Unfriendly Fruit By Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD You’ve gone through the trouble of selecting the perfect produce for the week, and now you’re ready to begin your meal prep. Don’t waste another minute wrestling your produce. Especially with a knife! Here are some helpful techniques on how to cut, […]
4 Quick Tips For Buying Water By Amber Lowry In a perfect world, we would all drink water exclusively from trusted, local sources in high-quality containers. Unfortunately, real life can interfere with our access to the best water possible, leaving us having to adapt accordingly. Here are a few quick tips to keep in mind […]
3 Simple Salad Dressing Recipes By Mary Spiegelberg Tired of the plain old “oil and vinegar” salad dressing? Have you every found it hard to find a store-bought salad dressing with fresh, preservative-free ingredients? Make your own! Try one of these 3 simple salad dressings below. When you do, tag us in your post by […]
Post-Workout Nutrition Tips You Went, You Sweat, but Now What? By Mary Spiegelberg and Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD You got out of bed, hit the gym and now the world and day are yours for the taking! Well, that is right after you do a few of the essentials. Most of them are pretty straight […]
3 Homemade Salsa Recipes By Mary Spiegelberg Whether you’re hosting a fight night or need an added spin to your salsa game, these salsa recipes are sure to please the taste buds and take both your appetizers and meals to the next level! Mango Lime Salsa Mango has been shown to protect against colon, breast […]
11 (Surprisingly) High-Fiber Foods By Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD Fiber has been well touted for its role in digestive health, blood sugar management, satiety, colorectal cancer prevention and weight management. The National Institute of Health currently recommends a daily fiber intake of 25 grams (g) females and 35 grams per day for males. The average […]
8 Quinoa Recipes We Love By Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD As we recently discussed in our Superfood Smoothie blog, quinoa (pronounced KEEN-WAH) is a nutrition powerhouse! It contains all 9 essential amino acids and is rich in fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The part of quinoa we consume is a seed, so it is naturally […]
No-nonsense fitness coach Mike Dolce is a 4X 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. Mike Dolce is known the world over for managing the incredible weight cuts of top UFC athletes. He is the founder of […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE:Always Feeling Drained? 10 Signs of Adrenal Fatigue by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Do you always feel tired or exhausted? It could be more than just a bad night’s sleep or tough workout. Adrenal fatigue is a condition in which more stress is put on the body and adrenal glands than it can […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 5 Signs You’re Dehydrated by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD With Punxsutawney Phil declaring an early Spring, it’s important to make sure we are adequately hydrated now as our fluid needs will only increase as the weather gets warmer. Look out for these signs and symptoms of dehydration. 1. Bad Breath When […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 5 Healthy Drinks That Aren’t Water by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. Fruit-Infused Water/Spa Water • Simply throw in your fruit of choice into water for 1-2 hours before enjoying. • Try it with watermelon, berries, citrus fruit or cucumber (yes, I know that’s not a fruit). Try this SAVVY fruit infuser […]
No-nonsense fitness coach Mike Dolce is a 4X 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. Mike Dolce is known the world over for managing the incredible weight cuts of top UFC athletes. He is the founder of […]
No-nonsense fitness coach Mike Dolce is a 4X 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. Mike Dolce is known the world over for managing the incredible weight cuts of top UFC athletes. He is the founder of […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 10 Benefits of Running by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD We love strength training here at The Dolce Diet and will always recommend you incorporating it into your workout routines. Who doesn’t love squatting heavy? However, your cardiorespiratory endurance is also very important. Keep in mind, don’t overdo the cardio as it could […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 7 Benefits of Organic Apple Cider Vinegar by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD There are many benefits of apple cider vinegar. It can bring relief from several common maladies. Made from fermented apple juice, be sure to look for a brand of apple cider vinegar that states “With the Mother,” which grows on […]
Bikini Competitor Nicole Rogers joins Mike on this episode of The Mike Dolce Show. Mike Dolce is a 4X 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 and creator of UFC […]
Is it a Weight Cut or Weight Loss? What’s the Difference? by Mike Dolce I recently received a message from a person who is overweight by 100 lbs. and is looking to make “a weight cut” – of 100 lbs. Let’s be clear. This is not a weight cut. This is weight loss. The increased […]
