Sweet Danger: The Truth About Artificial Sweeteners Sweet Danger: The Truth About Artificial Sweeteners By Mike Dolce | The Dolce Diet We’ve been told that “zero-calorie” sweeteners are a smart choice. But when something sounds too good to be true, it usually is. Artificial sweeteners may taste like sugar, but your body knows the difference […]
Hey Team, It’s Mike Dolce here, and today I want to talk about something so simple it often gets overlooked: hydration. Water isn’t just about quenching thirst. Staying properly hydrated can help you think more clearly, move more efficiently, recover faster, and even age more gracefully. And now, science is proving it. A 2024 review […]
The Science of Whey Protein Isolate: Build Muscle, Burn Fat, Backed by Clinical Research The Science of Whey Protein Isolate: Build Muscle, Burn Fat, Backed by Clinical Research Whey protein isolate isn’t hype. It’s one of the most researched supplements—and the data keeps stacking up. When people ask me about supplements, whey protein isolate always […]
Stop Counting Calories Stop Counting Calories: Why Whole Foods Beat Processed Foods Every Time Counting calories won’t fix fat loss if your diet is full of synthetic chemicals. Here’s why single-ingredient whole foods are the true key to fat loss, health, and longevity. The Hidden Cost of Synthetic Chemicals Food companies load their products with […]
GLP-1 Rebound Prevention: How to Keep the Weight Off After the Needle GLP-1 Rebound Prevention: How to Keep the Weight Off After the Needle Worried about weight regain after stopping GLP-1s like Ozempic or Wegovy? Here’s how to prevent rebound and keep fat off for good. The Problem Nobody Talks About The headlines scream “miracle […]
By Mike Dolce, Founder of The Dolce Diet® Discover why creatine is one of the most effective and safest supplements—not just for athletes, but for anyone over 30 looking to improve strength, energy, brain function, and body composition. Why Creatine Isn’t Just for Bodybuilders Anymore Once reserved for gym rats and bodybuilders, creatine is now […]
By Mike Dolce, Founder of The Dolce Diet Learn the science-backed strategy to lose weight fast without crash dieting, starvation, or wasting hours in the gym. What You’ll Learn: The truth about rapid weight loss—what works and what doesn’t Why “eat less, move more” is outdated advice The Dolce Method of sustainable fat loss using […]
By Mike Dolce, Founder of The Dolce Diet What You’ll Learn How moms over 30 can shred safely without crash dieting 3 metabolic rules that work with your hormones, not against them Why blood sugar stability beats calorie counting The truth about resistance training for busy moms How to build strength, energy, and confidence in […]
By Mike Dolce, 4x World MMA Trainer of the Year | Founder, The Dolce Diet™ If you’ve ever caught yourself saying, “I know what to do… I’m just not doing it,” you’re not alone. And more importantly—you’re not broken. The problem isn’t a lack of knowledge. It’s not about willpower. And it sure isn’t because […]
By Mike Dolce, Founder of The Dolce Diet® If you’ve ever typed “how to lose 10 pounds” into Google, you’ve probably been bombarded with crash diets, starvation plans, and detox teas promising overnight results. Let’s be real: that’s not sustainable—and it’s not healthy. Whether you want to lose 10 pounds for an event, a vacation, […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 5 Tips to Get Ripped by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. Eat Your Carbs! It’s not ALL about protein, guys. Far too many people think that carbs prevent you from getting lean and building muscle. It simply isn’t true. You should never be cutting out carbs completely…monitoring and adjusting portions, yes. Basically, […]
3 Easy Crock-pot Recipes We Love What’s easier, and less stressful, than coming home to a warm, home-cooked meal without having to do any of the work? That’s why I love slow cooker recipes. You can usually prep the night before, or in the morning before you leave, and all you do is plug in […]
Strength Training for High School Wrestlers: Turn a good athlete into a great athlete. By Ridge Kiley, CSCSDolce Diet Certified Coach As a freshman and sophomore in high school, I weighed less than 100 lbs. soaking wet. Being a small freshman in a room full of guys twice my size made it tough for me […]
1. Skipping Breakfast Your mindset is that if I skip breakfast, then I skip the additional calories in my day. Big mistake. By skipping breakfast, you deprive your metabolism of revving up and continuing to burn throughout the day. The longer you wait to eat, the harder it will be to get your metabolism going. […]
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 forward…get home, shower off the sweat, throw some clean clothes […]
The foods we eat impact our health and everyday lives. And while eating a “fun” food every once in a while won’t age you in one day, a lifetime of bad eating habits can cause you to age faster than you’d like. So try to steer clear of these 5 foods to help keep you […]
Having trouble sleeping often has to do with our daily habits. Here is a list of things to do during the day to help improve your sleep cycle. 1) Sleep in a Dark Room Light doesn’t allow us to fall into a fully deep sleep. Tip: PUT DOWN THE PHONE. Studies show that the light […]
5 Ways to Get Rid of Loose Skin (After Weight Loss or Pregnancy) 1. Slow & Steady Wins the Race It took you time to put the weight on (and stretch the skin along with it), so it’s going to take time to take it off. The quicker you lose weight, the more loose skin […]
The following foods are rich in fiber, which can help feel fuller for longer. How? It acts as a bulking agent and slows down digestion. Some of these foods also contain protein and healthy fats, which both contribute to a more satisfactory feeling. And some of the herbs and spices act as natural appetite suppressants. […]
By Mike Dolce, Founder of The Dolce Diet Learn the science-backed strategy to lose weight fast without crash dieting, starvation, or wasting hours in the gym. What You’ll Learn: The truth about rapid weight loss—what works and what doesn’t Why “eat less, move more” is outdated advice The Dolce Method of sustainable fat loss using […]
