Coffee isn’t the only thing you can drink black when you’re on a diet, these ideas are worth trying.
Almost everyone drinks coffee, as caffeine is one of the most common morning starters, which is known to help cope with fatigue and stimulate metabolism and brain function.
It is less known, however, that if coffee is consumed in combination with other ingredients, weight loss can be the result. And the good news is that you don’t necessarily have to choose plain black coffee if you aim to lose weight.
Weight loss tips
In addition to avoiding added sugar when drinking coffee, there are some tips and recipes that can help keep coffee not only delicious but also slimming.
Morning coffee smoothie
- 120 ml coffee
- 1 chopped frozen banana
- 25 g oats
- 120 ml milk or vegetable drink
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
Brew the coffee and chill in the fridge for a few hours. Then blend it with the other ingredients. This breakfast drink provides you with important essential fats and proteins and packs digestive fiber for weight loss.
Cashew coffee
- 120 ml cold coffee
- 35 g cashews
- 1 tablespoon honey
- A pinch of salt
Simply blend the ingredients and enjoy, or you can store cashew coffee in the fridge to sip the next morning. This version tastes delicious and contains valuable proteins and fats to give you energy for the day.
Paleo-Iced Coffee
- 2 tablespoons paleo protein powder
- 120 ml cashew drink
- 120 ml coffee
- 4 ice cubes
- 1 pitted date
Blend the ingredients and serve with breakfast. This coffee drink is high in protein, so it will keep you feeling full, the date in the drink gives you energy and the fiber content helps suppress hunger.