Is it really worth having?

pitbullmama

So this mornng I woke up thinking how nice it would be to grab a Chai tea latte @ Starbucks. Being responsible I checked out their website and discovered that along with that venti size tea being $5. it also has a whopping 53 gr. of sugar, 56 gr of carbs and 260 cals. (non fat milk). YIKES! I think I will just make my own @ home. Not saying I will give up the Starbucks version forever, but really I was kinda shocked. What have you decided just isn't worth it?

springtrio

YIKES! I had no idea it was that high. I don't go there unless it's "pumpkin spice latte" season and after last year I discovered I should have never gone after I seen the nutrition in it. I think a treat once or twice a year is nice, but I agree with you - avoid it and do your own version.

JodiS75

Starbucks, lol! Actually, just about any drink with calories (besides my red wine!) I decided a while back that I would rather eat my calories than drink them. :drinker:

JessPaul93016

Donuts.... because I can't just eat one! :laugh:

tabi26

Tim Hortons!! I used to have French Vanilla Cappucinos ALL the time! The last time I had one it had soo much sugar it actually made me physically ill.....vomit and all!! EWWWW!!!!:sick:

melzteach

I make my own, chai latte, at home almost every morning; except I use a teaspoon of agave nectar and a splash of 2% milk. So delish!

For me most coffeehouse drinks and smoothies from fast food restaurants are simply not worth it. WAY too much sugar and calories!

Angela4Health

Fettucine Alfredo.... never again.

sufikitkat

Subway! So much sodium it's scary even in a Turkey sub. I still eat there once in awhile, like if I forget to pack a lunch for work, but it really is just not appealing to me anymore.

lucyhoneychurch

Coke. 140 calories that can be eaten somewhere else, and 34g of sugar that I would have to work off later on. Not worth it!

purplecait1212

I did the same thing yesterday with movie popcorn. I looked it up ahead of time and was appalled by how much fat is in there, even without the butter! Glad I looked ahead because when I got there it wasn't even a temptation. Totally NOT worth it!

katschi

Almost everything aside from meats, veggies, a bit of fruit and fats.

I have chai tea with coconut milk and some splenda (my vice)
My other favorite treat is coconut-cherry smoothies.

I don't miss any of the crap I used to eat.
It doesn't tempt me anymore.
Such a relief.

Articeluvsmemphis

McDonalds just isn't worth it. and drinking my calories just isn't worth it. don't get me wrong, I occasionally drink a Dr. Pepper or root beer, but just in general, day to day living, I drink water, green tea, or make some low calorie instant coffee w/ few additives. but I was right there w/ you on the Starbucks thing. I LOVED my white chocolate mocha, and got it nearly everyday. yep about a good 400-600calories(i believe) worth depending on the size. I'll eventually get one again this Fall when it gets cool/cold out, but it'll be like once a month seriously.

McRebecca

I drove by 3 Starbucks today on my way to work... I contemplated stopping at each one... I drove past each one! The cost and the cals helped me stay away too!! I poured a black coffee with a tsp of sugar and a tsp of hot chocolate mix in it.. CHEAPER and less cals! Still yummy too.

dayglo4

I have chai tea with coconut milk and some splenda (my vice)
My other favorite treat is coconut-cherry smoothies.

Coconut cherry smoothies you say! Yum, now I will have to try one

Pam3

anything chocolate...cant resist just having a single piece....

jllipson

Any and all soft drinks!

highdesertgirl

I can't believe I used to drink two or three cans of regular Dr. Pepper a day about a year ago. I think they have over 40 grams sugar in a can and according to MFP, my daily sugar should be about 35 grams. WOW.

NeuroticVirgo

Starbucks, lol! Actually, just about any drink with calories (besides my red wine!) I decided a while back that I would rather eat my calories than drink them. :drinker:

This! I only get starbucks now as a treat. And I downgraded from a Venti Caramel or Javi Chip Frappuccino w/ whipped cream ....to a tall LIGHT caramel frappuccino with out whipped cream. It comes out to about 100 calories (maybe a little more if I add some caramel drizzle). Nice little treat.

pinknsassyemt

Starbucks does sell a 100caloried coffee drink/frapp style thing in my local grocery store by the coffee.. it comes in a four pack and each bottle is 100cals... I bought a 4 pack for treats, chill them at home with some light whip cream... might be something to help you thru that crave :-)