Drinks with calories in them are a waste!

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  • Athijade
    Athijade Posts: 3,269 Member
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    I put honey in my tea and drink organic pear juice. I think they are very worth it for me.
  • PamShebamm
    PamShebamm Posts: 54
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    A frappuccino from Starbucks is totally worth it. 'Tis the season for the salted caramel mocha, and grande without whip is ~300 cals and is worth every single calorie to me. Obviously not daily. But once or twice a month for sure.
  • Francl27
    Francl27 Posts: 26,371 Member
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    90 or so of those calories came from skim milk...I think a latte is a tasty way to enjoy some cow juice :0)

    And there's protein to boot!

    Personally, I don't use my calories on alcohol. It's whatever you like really... it's your calories.
  • BuzzardMarinePumper
    BuzzardMarinePumper Posts: 42
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    i DON'T DRINK ALCHOL AND WHEN IT COMES TO PROTEIN YOUR BODY DOESN'T KNOW THE DIFFERENCE IN tUNA PROTEIN , CHICKEN PROTEIN OR PROTEIN SHAKE i HAVE BEEN COUNTING GRAMS NOT CALORIES AND i STAY FULL AND NEVER GAIN ANY BAD WEIGHT BACK ONLY MUSCLE :)

    HAPPY CAMPER !
  • randomtai
    randomtai Posts: 9,003 Member
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    Margaritas are always worth the calories. :drinker: :drinker: :drinker: :drinker:
  • MichMunchkin
    MichMunchkin Posts: 94 Member
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    *shrug* To each their own. If I want a french vanilla cappucino from Tim Horton's, and it fits into my calorie allowance, I'm going to have it. Is it a "waste"? Maybe, in some peoples' eyes. But that's for each individual to decide. :)
  • TonyStark30
    TonyStark30 Posts: 497 Member
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    Peanut punch, 1carton, 200 Calories. Thats 2 tablespoons of Peanut butter, i know which one I'd rather have.
  • BuzzardMarinePumper
    BuzzardMarinePumper Posts: 42
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    It is personal preference. To me drinking calories isn't a waste. I have near 3000 calories to work with so I get plenty of solid food and I am never hungry.

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  • RunBrew
    RunBrew Posts: 220 Member
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    I was just given a Cappuccino (Cappuccino, Skim Milk, 1 Sugar, 1 Mug (275ml) then I logged it, and to my shock, 111 calories!

    It's just not worth it, I could of used those 111 calories on good solid food, I think for now I just stick to my water, green tea, and coke zeros. Drinking anything else just uses up calories and would probably make you very hungry because you have less room for food.

    To each, their own.

    I drink a non-fat caramel latte in the morning about 3 days a week. It's 140 calories and I really enjoy it.

    Coke Zero, on the other hand may be calorie free, but tastes like battery acid and aspartame.
  • Chellody22
    Chellody22 Posts: 95 Member
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    Margaritas are always worth the calories. :drinker: :drinker: :drinker: :drinker:

    QFT
  • Cindyinpg
    Cindyinpg Posts: 3,902 Member
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    It is personal preference. To me drinking calories isn't a waste. I have near 3000 calories to work with so I get plenty of solid food and I am never hungry.
    I like you! I can't wait until I am in maintenance and can eat that too. My TDEE is about that when I am having an active day. :drinker:
  • TheVimFuego
    TheVimFuego Posts: 2,412 Member
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    wine is always worth the calories to me

    Agreed, wine and crystal meth are my exceptions, otherwise it's lovely water all the way.

    And coffee.

    Beer occasionally too.

    But generally water.
  • 3dogsrunning
    3dogsrunning Posts: 27,167 Member
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    i DON'T DRINK ALCHOL AND WHEN IT COMES TO PROTEIN YOUR BODY DOESN'T KNOW THE DIFFERENCE IN tUNA PROTEIN , CHICKEN PROTEIN OR PROTEIN SHAKE i HAVE BEEN COUNTING GRAMS NOT CALORIES AND i STAY FULL AND NEVER GAIN ANY BAD WEIGHT BACK ONLY MUSCLE :)

    HAPPY CAMPER !


    The fact that you appear to be shouting this at us makes me believe otherwise.
  • p4ulmiller
    p4ulmiller Posts: 588 Member
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    Is it just me that thinks its somewhat arrogant to say what is a waste and what isn't? Provided I meet my nutritional needs and consume a moderate deficit, I'll eat and drink what I like.
  • MandyMason7
    MandyMason7 Posts: 185 Member
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    Margaritas are always worth the calories. :drinker: :drinker: :drinker: :drinker:

    QFT x2!
  • BrendaLee
    BrendaLee Posts: 4,463 Member
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    I wouldn't feel at all bad about spending 100 calories on a cappuccino. I love me some yummy coffee drinks.
  • twinketta
    twinketta Posts: 2,130 Member
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    I was just given a Cappuccino (Cappuccino, Skim Milk, 1 Sugar, 1 Mug (275ml) then I logged it, and to my shock, 111 calories!

    It's just not worth it, I could of used those 111 calories on good solid food, I think for now I just stick to my water, green tea, and coke zeros. Drinking anything else just uses up calories and would probably make you very hungry because you have less room for food.

    Well done you for choosing to use your calories wisely...keep up the great work :smile:
  • wheird
    wheird Posts: 7,963 Member
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    Considering that you're only eating 1,430 calories per day, I can see why 111 calories would be a deal breaker for you.

    I kindly suggest that you reassess your calorie goal.
  • twinketta
    twinketta Posts: 2,130 Member
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    Considering that you're only eating 1,430 calories per day, I can see why 111 calories would be a deal breaker for you.

    I kindly suggest that you reassess your calorie goal.

    Maybe the OP put his goals into MFP and this is what the output was?

    When I first started on this website my goal was 1200 cals a day...I lost weight...I have been maintaining for nearly a year after learning about the calorific content of foods and the benefits of exercise.

    Sometimes, we need to go to basics to help in the long run?
  • wheird
    wheird Posts: 7,963 Member
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    Considering that you're only eating 1,430 calories per day, I can see why 111 calories would be a deal breaker for you.

    I kindly suggest that you reassess your calorie goal.

    Maybe the OP put his goals into MFP and this is what the output was?

    When I first started on this website my goal was 1200 cals a day...I lost weight...I have been maintaining for nearly a year after learning about the calorific content of foods and the benefits of exercise.

    Sometimes, we need to go to basics to help in the long run?

    Maybe, but I kinda doubt it. He's still trying to lose around 50lbs and 1400ish calories is low for any typical male. If he doesn't want to eat more than that, then that is fine, his body his choice, but I still wouldn't feel right unless I suggested he take a look at it and reassess.

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