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 […]
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 […]
Measuring Success Outside of the Scale By Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD Are you endlessly searching for satisfaction with your weight? Do you find your mood to be affected by the number you see on the scale? For those of you who struggle with the scale, I read a great quote once that I highly recommend […]
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 […]
How To Choose Eggs: Understanding Egg Labels By Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD Have you ever stared at a shelf of eggs and thought, “How do I choose?” You are not alone! Below we break down the regulation behind egg labels and hopefully help to simplify your next grocery shop! Caged (Commercial White Egg) Most eggs […]
4 Tips to Get Out of Your Funk By Mary Spiegelberg We are all destined to get into a funk every now and then. Whether it’s just for a day or it lasts a couple weeks, feeling “off” is never fun. Quality of life is EVERYTHING, so here are four tips to help you fight […]
How to Make Homemade Banana Ice Cream By Mary Spiegelberg Bring a whole new twist to your evening snack with homemade banana ice cream! Bananas pack a powerful nutrition punch with over 400 mg of potassium and 3 grams of fiber each. Top your banana ice cream with a serving of healthy fats and sweet […]
4 Creative Ways to Stay Hydrated By Meg Pulkrabek MS, RD, LRD How much water should you be drinking daily? There are many different recommendations on how to calculate this for each individual need, so the exact amount is controversial depending on what your goal is. But, truthfully, the answer is probably quite a bit […]
3 Tricks To Stick To Your Workout 1. Don’t overdo it One way to put a stop to your new exercise habit before it even gets off the ground? Getting hurt. Beginners (or people just returning to fitness after a long break) need to be careful about trying to do too much, too soon, which […]
3 Superfood Smoothie Recipes By Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD Plum-Quinoa Smoothie Ingredients 1 plum, pitted and cut into chunks ½ frozen banana ¼ cup cooked quinoa 1 cup unsweetened almond milk 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract ¼ tsp. cinnamon handful of ice cubes The Superfood: Quinoa Did you know the part of quinoa we eat […]
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 […]
5 Omega-3-Rich Salmon Recipes By Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD Omega-3 fatty acids aid in combating inflammation. A diet rich in omega-3s has been shown to lower one’s risk of chronic diseases such as cardiovascular disease, cancer and arthritis. Omega-3s also appear to be highly concentrated in the brain, showing a role in cognition, mood and […]
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 high cholesterol. You are also more likely to suffer from low back pain, decreased mobility, […]
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 […]
Simple Steps to Selecting Ripe Fruit By Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD There is nothing worse than purchasing a piece of fruit that is either too old or not yet ripe. Especially avocados (those suckers ain’t cheap)! Today we are going to blow your mind with simple steps to selecting ripe fruit. Do your kids go […]
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 […]
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 […]
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: 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 […]
Review of Mike Dolce’s “The Dolce Diet: LIVING LEAN” and “LIVING LEAN COOKBOOK” FITNESS & EXERCISE – OCTOBER 14, 2012 BY: JAY DONELSON Examiner.com The idea of losing weight and getting healthier makes many people think that they need to follow a particular diet plan. The Atkins diet and Sacred Heart diet are examples of […]
