Coffee in the morning can help many people feel more energised and alert, and studies suggest it may even boost metabolism and burn fat – though more research needs to be conducted before definitive claims can be made about its benefits. If coffee is something you enjoy drinking without any major health concerns, adding it moderately into your diet shouldn’t pose any major problems.

However, many popular beverages at coffee shops contain excessive calories and saturated fat; for instance a large caramel macchiato from Starbucks contains approximately 350 calories and 12 grams of saturated fat. If you want a healthier cup of coffee consider opting for low-cal options like skim milk, almond milk or non-dairy creamer instead.

Be mindful that drinking too much coffee may cause health issues, including heart palpitations, insomnia or trouble sleeping; acid reflux; interference with vitamin and mineral absorption such as calcium and iron absorption, increased miscarriage risk; as well as interference with absorption of certain vitamins and minerals such as calcium and iron absorption and increased miscarriage risk in pregnant women. Hensrud has explained to his patients that coffee has both health effects and side effects, but as long as no adverse reactions such as heart palpitations or insomnia occur then there is no reason not to continue drinking it!

What is the healthiest way to brew coffee?

For maximum nutrition and flavor, the ideal form of coffee would be hot-brewed black without sugar or flavor enhancers such as syrups. A cup of black coffee contains virtually no calories while providing essential micronutrients like potassium, magnesium and niacin. If acidity concerns arise when drinking regular coffee, dark roast or cold brew coffee might offer more suitable acid-reducing solutions; these varieties often make excellent choices for people suffering from acid reflux disease.

Addition of one tablespoon of olive oil to coffee can help regulate blood sugar levels and decrease food cravings, as well as aid absorption of other essential nutrients like Vitamin E and Folic acid more efficiently.

Add nuts or berries to your cup of coffee for an extra nutrition boost! Nuts and berries contain healthy fats to curb hunger between meals, plus antioxidants which protect against cancer and support heart health.

At Noom, we advocate a balanced approach that focuses on building sustainable healthy habits. Noom app users can utilize the Food Lookup feature to quickly locate calorie counts for popular coffee shop beverages and determine their impact on daily goals.

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