6 Ways to Reduce Your Grocery Bill by Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD 1. Use Your Freezer • Don’t let leftovers spoil! Save money and time by freezing extra portions for the following week. • Explore frozen produce. Don’t miss out on delicious fruit like berries and mango because they can be more expensive when fresh. […]
Should I Be Refrigerating That? You may think you are doing your produce good by keeping it cool. In reality, certain foods are best kept at room temperature! Take a look at the foods below, some may surprise you. Potatoes: starches turn to sugar in cool temperatures Garlic: the cold may make the garlic sprout […]
3 Questions To Ask Before Taking Supplements by Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD Today it seems that just about anywhere you go there is a supplement shop, company rep, or “healthy” vitamin and mineral aisle. While dietary supplements are sold in abundance, they fail to receive the same regulation as over-the-counter drugs and prescription medications. As […]
5 Ways to Lessen Back Pain Today 1. Adjust your office ergonomics Video games and television aren’t the only things that have us stuck to screens. Many people spend long days working at desks, hunched over computers. If you don’t practice proper ergonomics at work, your back, neck and shoulders may suffer. To improve your […]
9 Ways To Fight Fatigue Today Tired of feeling tired? Try these easy science-backed fatigue fixes to get more energy fast. You’ve always suspected that there’s more to the energy equation than getting enough sleep and eating three squares a day—and you’re absolutely right. How optimistic, motivated, or engaged you feel—not to mention how many […]
How to Get the Stink Out of Gym Clothes After a hardcore workout, the last thing you want to do is deal with laundry. Unfortunately, leaving your rotten gym clothes in a pile on the bathroom floor for a week will definitely make the situation worse. “Most gym clothes are made of fibers that repel […]
5 Easy Ways to Get Your Family’s Health on Track There are five simple ways for your family to lead a healthy lifestyle and get back on track: 1. Get active each day Regular physical activity is important for the healthy growth, development and well-being of children and young people. They should get at least […]
10 Things You Should Do Every Day To Improve Your Life 1) Get out in nature You probably seriously underestimate how important this is. (Actually, there’s research that says you do.) Being in nature reduces stress, makes you more creative, improves your memory and may even make you a better person. 2) Exercise We all […]
The Top 5 Breakfast Foods 1. Oatmeal You may have noticed a heart-shaped seal on your box of oatmeal recently. The seal’s there because oats contain beta-glucan, a type of fiber that’s been shown to help lower cholesterol when eaten regularly. Need another reason to dig in? Oats are also rich in omega-3 fatty acids, […]
5 Ways to Switch Up Your Cardio Routine By Ridge Kiley, CSCS, Dolce Diet Head Strength Coach Are you tired of running on the same treadmill, using the same elliptical, or spinning on the same exercise bike? Maybe it’s time to switch up your workout routine! Working out doesn’t always have to feel like a […]
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 […]
3 Easy Ways to Get More Veggies into Your Diet By Amber Lowry We’re all well aware of the “eat more veggies” narrative, but how do we actually apply this to our often time-restricted, chaotic lives? Throw kids into the mix, and it seems that getting both you and your family to chow down on […]
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 […]
4 Ways to Limit Added Sugar by Mary Spiegelberg and Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD This year the FDA announced there will be a new Nutrition Facts Label for packaged foods. The new label will reflect public health needs, including the link between diet and chronic diseases. One major update to the Nutrition Facts Label is […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 10 Signs You’re Not Eating Enough 1. Constant stressed/fatigued feeling 2. You don’t experience hunger cues due to a decreased appetite 3. Poor circulation in your hands and feet that makes them feel cold 4. Body temperature below 98 degrees F during the day, even when it’s hot out 5. Polyuria (frequent urination) […]
5 Healthy Spices & Why You Should Use Them Now By Amber Lowry It’s safe to say that spices make meals more exciting. But did you know they can also have health benefits? Modern science is waking up to the fact that our favorite spices and herbs are vital for more than just our tastes […]
Aaron Nance went from 205 lbs to 178 lbs in just over two months. Here’s his story: My story is actually kind of similar to Mike’s. I started out 205lbs trying to be as strong as possible not caring what I ate to gain the strength. I just wanted to be strong. I achieved a […]
4 Simple Stir-Fry Recipes 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 sun-dried tomatoes (drained of most […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 7 Moves to Roll Away the Pain by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD When we go hard in the gym, we tend to pay a small price for doing so in muscle soreness. For me, soreness is almost a good feeling because it’s a way for me to prove to myself that I […]
7 Ways to Fall Asleep AND Stay Asleep! By Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD 1. Limit Caffeine and Alcohol. While some people metabolize caffeine quickly, others have a slower, more sustained response. To avoid interfering with sleep, avoid caffeine 5 to 6 hours before bedtime. Although alcohol may help one to relax and fall asleep, it […]
