But I LOVE Starbucks !!

mfdez
mfdez Posts: 7
edited November 12 in Health and Weight Loss
What do I do? I've been drinking a nice warm 0 carb green tea on my way to work....but it's doesn't do anything for me :sad:
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  • bluberrygoo
    bluberrygoo Posts: 222 Member
    Get it occasionally and choose low fat options.
  • amuhlou
    amuhlou Posts: 693 Member
    Find ways to cut cals from your other meals, order reduced calorie (if possible?), and/or workout extra hard to make up for it.

    It's all about making the numbers work!
  • mfdez
    mfdez Posts: 7
    I'm doing my best.. I just treat myself on Sat. am to a skim no whip...
  • mojox2003
    mojox2003 Posts: 276 Member
    I still have mine but its once a week now as a treat with the girls and I just work it into that days calories, there is no point depriving yourself at all becasue thats when your going to go off the rails and cheat.
  • TundraTed
    TundraTed Posts: 254 Member
    Nonfat Cafe Misto with Sugar Free Syrup. 90 Cals for a Venti.
  • wady24
    wady24 Posts: 75
    Tall Skinny Vanilla latte my absolute favorite!!!

    ONLY 100 calories and lots of protein from the milk.
  • MattGetsMad
    MattGetsMad Posts: 429 Member
    grande soy latte. I have one almost everyday. You can make it fit!
  • almaster666
    almaster666 Posts: 52 Member
    Large coffee, black whenever I go to Peets/Starbucks
  • NNAhuja
    NNAhuja Posts: 669 Member
    Tall Skinny Vanilla latte my absolute favorite!!!

    ONLY 100 calories and lots of protein from the milk.
    Protein AND sugar (like 4-5 grams) if memory serves me right.
  • girl_afraid82
    girl_afraid82 Posts: 178 Member
    Tall skinny caramel latte is my weakness... only 90 odd calories though so I treat myself to it once a week.
    I used to have a grande one, with normal milk... so this tastes the same, but is a better portion size and lower calories.

    Everything in moderation :smile:
  • amuhlou
    amuhlou Posts: 693 Member
    I still have mine but its once a week now as a treat with the girls and I just work it into that days calories, there is no point depriving yourself at all becasue thats when your going to go off the rails and cheat.

    Exactly. The quickest way to fall into bad habits is to restrict so much that you're miserable all the time.
  • MisStarr_83
    MisStarr_83 Posts: 21 Member
    I understand. I love Starbucks too. I can't limit myself very well so I completely gave it up. I stick to a cup of regular coffee in the mornings. Plus I try to remind myself of the money I am saving.
  • gorda1981
    gorda1981 Posts: 6
    I also love Starbucks. I Downloaded an app for my smartphone. It's on Market under Satarbucks Calories. It's free and you can control the calories you eat/dreak!
  • RedHotRunner
    RedHotRunner Posts: 850 Member
    The quality of Starbucks coffee isn't all that good. Buy yourself a good coffeemaker and some nice beans and make yourself a to-go cup at home.

    You'll save money and calories.
  • kaybelmore
    kaybelmore Posts: 124
    If you have to indulge think small! They do a kiddie size of most things so if you REALLY need that full fat frapachino get the smallest size possible. ;)
  • epicthin
    epicthin Posts: 23
    White Chocolate Americano. The white chocolate gives the espresso a nice, creamy finish.

    70 calories for a tall, and CHEAP. I mean, it's terrible for you and not nutritious at all, but it's a good trade-off.
  • Julzanne72
    Julzanne72 Posts: 468 Member
    Once a week for me if I crave it on my free day, sometimes I don't....but i I want it save for then. Always get non fat though, just my preference, and I don't skip the whipped....they also have a Strawberry Banna smoothie that is made w/ whey protien and is really good:)
  • capriciousmoon
    capriciousmoon Posts: 1,263 Member
    Compromise or make it work. Green tea isn't going to replace a coffee, the flavor and caffeine levels aren't the same.
  • cior
    cior Posts: 133 Member
    I still get my favorite Black Tea Lemonade often! I work it into my calories. Just because I am watching my calories does not mean I am going to stop enjoying some of the things I love!
  • brittanidigby
    brittanidigby Posts: 247 Member
    I get whatever I want from Starbucks. I love SB!!!
  • A_Fit_Mom
    A_Fit_Mom Posts: 602 Member
    I use to love frappucinos. So now, I just get the light version and it's less than 150 calories! Still hits the spot.
  • raevynn
    raevynn Posts: 666 Member
    About once a week I splurge... usually a double tall soy latte, every couple of weeks a soy chai latte.

    I log it. It fits. I'm losing weight.

    Oh, and I NEVER go with "sugar free" syrups, as I do not do artificial sweeteners. I just go with the real stuff, and log it.
  • getfitdiva
    getfitdiva Posts: 1,148 Member
    Just limit your intake. It's just unnecessary sugar calories you are drinking away. I am a Starbuckaholic & there is one downstairs of my job!!! I use to hit the drive thru EVERY MORNING for my long commute treat. Now I refrain and reduce to once a week or once every 2 weeks. I love everything that is high calorie up in there so treating myself frequently won't contribute to my goals . . . Starbucks had to get nixed for now!!!

    They were also breaking the bank! $3-$4 daily drinks can go to paying a bill!
  • JaySpice
    JaySpice Posts: 326 Member
    How many calories is in the drink?
  • Val_from_OH
    Val_from_OH Posts: 447 Member
    Nonfat Cafe Misto with Sugar Free Syrup. 90 Cals for a Venti.

    ^^ This!^^ You will see this a few times a week in my diary for breakfast. I usually just have 2 splenda rather than syrup - personal preference.
  • Lainn
    Lainn Posts: 281 Member
    My standard drink is a non-fat, no-whip mocha. Love them!

    I agree that choosing lighter options is a way to "indulge" in that Starbucks. However it would be far less expensive to make your morning joe at home. And it might surprise you, but making it yourself can also be healthier. Especially since you are in control of portions and ingredients.
  • allisongriffith1984
    allisongriffith1984 Posts: 1
    The morning AFTER I do a personal trainer apt I go to starbucks for a sugar free latte. Just get a tall - get extra hot - then you're forced to sip it a little longer rather than pounding it back and wanting more. Then cut out one of your snacks - or switch a snack that day to a piece of fruit or handful of vegis. Then it's my treat for surviving a really rough workout.
  • tsh0ck
    tsh0ck Posts: 1,970 Member
    What do I do? I've been drinking a nice warm 0 carb green tea on my way to work....but it's doesn't do anything for me :sad:

    then get what you want. get the smallest version of what you want. or get a bigger one and work it off. going through life miserable/annoyed/craving/whatever ... no way to go through life.
  • robot_potato
    robot_potato Posts: 1,535 Member
    When it's hot i love an unsweetened passion tea lemonade. Other than that i get a grande non-fat no whip whateveritisiwant. Indulge, just make it a little better choice and it it into yor calorie count. I go once or twice a month. Even the 'healthy' options are high in calories, but it's okay to treat yourself sometimes.
  • chuisle
    chuisle Posts: 1,052 Member
    What's your issue? Tea has negligible if any caloric value.

    If you put something in it (cream or milk) then it has carbs so I assume you drink it plain?

    In that case, what's the issue? Green teas are good for you. Just because something isn't caloric doesn't mean it's bad (or good for that matter).
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