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 […]
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. […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Key Nutrients for Optimal Blood Pressure by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Sodium • Clearly, sodium plays one of the most vital roles in blood pressure regulation, so it’s crucial to monitor your intake and limit it when possible • Sodium is extremely important for nerve impulse transmissions, so we can’t completely […]
These 4 Yoga Moves Can Improve Your Sleep by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Meditation Pose • Position yourself comfortably on your bed. • Cross your legs (playground position) and lengthen your spine. • Keep your shoulders pressed downward toward the bed. • Place your hands at your knees and breathe deeply and slowly. The […]
3 Moves For Terrific Triceps Triceps Pushdown • Using a cable machine, start by standing with a slight bend at the hip. • Grab hold of the handles (your elbows should be at about a 45-degree angle to start, palms facing away from you). • Now push the bar down so that your knuckles are […]
1. Never Skip a Workout • The days you don’t want to go are the days you need it the most! 2. Eat REAL, WHOLE food • Processed foods do nothing to fortify us with the nutrients we need. Why bog ourselves down?! 3. Mix it up • Try a new activity or food once […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: How to Manage Sweat Loss & Hydration By Sydney Spoon, B.S. Nutrition and Dietetics, Dolce Diet Intern Sweat rate during exercise is individual and influenced by age, genetics, gender, environment, exercise intensity, fitness, and acclimation. The process of evaporation of sweat during exercise cools the body. When an individual is dehydrated, it inhibits […]
Top 10 Foods to Buy Organic These foods tested with the highest pesticide residue according to data from the USDA….so go organic!! 1. Apple 2. Strawberries 3. Grapes 4. Celery 5. Peaches 6. Spinach 7. Sweet Bell Peppers 8. Nectarines 9. Cucumbers 10. Cherry tomatoes So next time you’re out shopping for your Dolce-Approved menu […]
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 […]
Tired? How to Beat The Mid-Day Slump & Boost Your Energy by Samantha Wilkinson, MS, RDN, LD Physical activity is a large part of increasing longevity. However, sometimes our jobs don’t allow much movement. You’ve probably heard that staying sedentary will increase your risk heart disease, obesity, and diabetes, which would lead to an increased […]
