How do you take your coffee?
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with a protien powder...makes it sweet and creamy....low carbs only 5 for two scoops which you may not need. Body By Vi is the protein powder =]0
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It's just like Soda pop. You should not be drinking it at all. People only think they need it because they become addicted. I have been working graveyard for 6 years and i don't drink it. It has no nutritional value. Just don't drink it at all. Find something that is healthier. Example: Water.
What are you basing your fear of coffee on?
Don't assume someone has a fear of something because they speak the truth about it.
I am not one of those affraid of food people. Coffee is not bennificial.
What does it being beneicial have to do with whether or not someone consumes it? Don't you think enjoyment is a good reason to consume something? I like coffee. If coffee doesn't do me any harm under the dose that I consume then shouldn't dietary adherence be a valid reason for me to consume coffee? What about the satiating effects? What about the beneficial effects of caffeine?There are just as many study's out there saying it is terrible for you as there are claiming a "little" can be bennificial.
Can you provide any?
EDIT: Something not being beneficial does not mean you should avoid it. That's bordering orthorexic behavior in my opinion. "I like it and it doesn't hurt me" is perfectly valid as long as you're also getting in adequate nutrition through your non-coffee sources. If you believe that it's damaging under relatively normal doses (a few cups per day) then can you share why?
Your edited point is absolutly correct. However i am sure you would agree that most people going in and getting a triple shot blah blah blah every morning can be compared to grabbing a bowl of ice cream daily. It may fit into the diet plan but that does not make it a smart choice. Most people in this country are not councies enough of getting thier correct nutrients to compensate. You, and many people on this site, may get thier correct nutrition but how many people in this country just can't function without coffee.0 -
almond milk and sugar, the real stuff.
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black and then sometimes i add a bit of sweet and low if i have a sweet tooth0
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black, brewed with 1 green tea bag per ~6 cups if it's brewed at home. The green tea cuts the bitter and makes it smoother.0
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Dark roast, about 2 tablespoons of skim milk, 2 equal packets.0
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The bad part of coffee is caffeine, and that's just bad if you are sensitive to caffeine, have a heart condition worsened by caffeine, or if you over do the caffeine. But why people, and when people, will say it's bad for you is based off what you ADD to the coffee.
Or you know...Caffeine is actually beneficial to migraine sufferers. It helps reduce the pain and minimize the frequency at which they occur. This is why many migraine medications contain caffeine.
So before people keep spouting off crap about caffeine being evil and having no benefits, perhaps you might actually want to consult with a medical professional?0 -
If regurly part of your food intake it is taking the place of foods that actually provide your body with positive nutrients.
not true for me
Same here, to me this seems like saying if water is a part of your food intake it is taking the place of foods that actually provide your body with positive nutrients. Coffee isn't really a food, most people don't eat it(unless your into that kind of thing and enjoy a nice cup of coffee grounds), they drink it with their breakfast or before a meal etc. just like they would any other drink.....water, soda, wine, beer, etc etc.
Everything you mentioned, except water, has calories. My point was that coffee takes the place of much better food choices because it takes calories from your daily calorie goal. For those that drink to much coffee this can become unhealthy.0 -
However i am sure you would agree that most people going in and getting a triple shot blah blah blah every morning can be compared to grabbing a bowl of ice cream daily.
uhhh...no
although I love ice cream and eat it, I do not see how liking coffee can be compared to deciding that ice cream can be included in my dietary scheme0 -
It's just like Soda pop. You should not be drinking it at all. People only think they need it because they become addicted. I have been working graveyard for 6 years and i don't drink it. It has no nutritional value. Just don't drink it at all. Find something that is healthier. Example: Water.
What are you basing your fear of coffee on?
Don't assume someone has a fear of something because they speak the truth about it.
I am not one of those affraid of food people. Coffee is not bennificial.
What does it being beneicial have to do with whether or not someone consumes it? Don't you think enjoyment is a good reason to consume something? I like coffee. If coffee doesn't do me any harm under the dose that I consume then shouldn't dietary adherence be a valid reason for me to consume coffee? What about the satiating effects? What about the beneficial effects of caffeine?There are just as many study's out there saying it is terrible for you as there are claiming a "little" can be bennificial.
Can you provide any?
EDIT: Something not being beneficial does not mean you should avoid it. That's bordering orthorexic behavior in my opinion. "I like it and it doesn't hurt me" is perfectly valid as long as you're also getting in adequate nutrition through your non-coffee sources. If you believe that it's damaging under relatively normal doses (a few cups per day) then can you share why?
Your edited point is absolutly correct. However i am sure you would agree that most people going in and getting a triple shot blah blah blah every morning can be compared to grabbing a bowl of ice cream daily. It may fit into the diet plan but that does not make it a smart choice. Most people in this country are not councies enough of getting thier correct nutrients to compensate. You, and many people on this site, may get thier correct nutrition but how many people in this country just can't function without coffee.
I don't understand these people who sweeten their coffee. Having said that, it's their choice not mine. Coffee is awesome. It's so awesome, I don't even log it. I just consider it a bonus!0 -
I will never give up my daily cup. I usually use a creamer. I rarely use sugar with my coffee. It is just built into the daily calorie allowances.0
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Your edited point is absolutly correct. However i am sure you would agree that most people going in and getting a triple shot blah blah blah every morning can be compared to grabbing a bowl of ice cream daily.
Ice cream has calories. I eat it almost every day, but I do so because I can fit it into my diet while still hitting my nutritional targets. Now, if someone is getting a big 600 calorie drink at Starbucks and calling that "coffee" without being mindful of the rest of their diet, then yes, that's probably not a great choice. But someone at home drinking coffee with minimal calories added, shouldn't need to be encouraged to "quit" if that dose of coffee isn't doing them any harm AND it's not pushing nutrient dense food out of their diet.It may fit into the diet plan but that does not make it a smart choice.
It is a smart choice if the enjoyment increases adherence. If the removal decreases adherence then it's not wise to stop drinking it, assuming again that the inclusion of coffee doesn't hurt other choices in their diet.Most people in this country are not councies enough of getting thier correct nutrients to compensate.
Most people in this country aren't conscious of their diet at all.0 -
The bad part of coffee is caffeine, and that's just bad if you are sensitive to caffeine, have a heart condition worsened by caffeine, or if you over do the caffeine. But why people, and when people, will say it's bad for you is based off what you ADD to the coffee.
Or you know...Caffeine is actually beneficial to migraine sufferers. It helps reduce the pain and minimize the frequency at which they occur. This is why many migraine medications contain caffeine.
So before people keep spouting off crap about caffeine being evil and having no benefits, perhaps you might actually want to consult with a medical professional?
And this. This is the only other reason I typically tend to drink coffee, when I have very nasty headaches. Though it doesn't always help.0 -
If regurly part of your food intake it is taking the place of foods that actually provide your body with positive nutrients.
not true for me
Same here, to me this seems like saying if water is a part of your food intake it is taking the place of foods that actually provide your body with positive nutrients. Coffee isn't really a food, most people don't eat it(unless your into that kind of thing and enjoy a nice cup of coffee grounds), they drink it with their breakfast or before a meal etc. just like they would any other drink.....water, soda, wine, beer, etc etc.
Everything you mentioned, except water, has calories. My point was that coffee takes the place of much better food choices because it takes calories from your daily calorie goal. For those that drink to much coffee this can become unhealthy.
There are 6 calories in my daily cup of coffee...I don't think that's going to break the bank on other nutrient rich foods...I could have like a cup of spinach for those 6 cals and I probably still will. I just don't see the point I guess. But like I said, I drink one black cup a day.0 -
That's my point. This is a conversation among people that care about thier overall diet. (and yes i understand that i am in the minority on this issue)
My point is only that people get addicted to it and don't actually need it. It, in most cases, of americans is too large a part of peoples diet.
Side steel................You really eat ice cream every day? that would derail me all together. 0 -
Thankfully, I like it black! But I buy really good coffee and I make it strong.0
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If regurly part of your food intake it is taking the place of foods that actually provide your body with positive nutrients.
not true for me
Same here, to me this seems like saying if water is a part of your food intake it is taking the place of foods that actually provide your body with positive nutrients. Coffee isn't really a food, most people don't eat it(unless your into that kind of thing and enjoy a nice cup of coffee grounds), they drink it with their breakfast or before a meal etc. just like they would any other drink.....water, soda, wine, beer, etc etc.
Everything you mentioned, except water, has calories. My point was that coffee takes the place of much better food choices because it takes calories from your daily calorie goal. For those that drink to much coffee this can become unhealthy.
There are 6 calories in my daily cup of coffee...I don't think that's going to break the bank on other nutrient rich foods...I could have like a cup of spinach for those 6 cals and I probably still will. I just don't see the point I guess. But like I said, I drink one black cup a day.
And like i said, most americans don't drink coffee like you do.0 -
That's my point. This is a conversation among people that care about thier overall diet. (and yes i understand that i am in the minority on this issue)
My point is only that people get addicted to it and don't actually need it. It, in most cases, of americans is too large a part of peoples diet.
Side steel................You really eat ice cream every day? that would derail me all together.
Almost every day. Probably about 4 to 5 times per week. The remainder of my diet is generally nutrient dense and I hit my calories and macros as often as possible, at least when cutting/dieting down. I'm currently not tracking and eating intuitively (bulking) and still enjoying ice cream regularly.
But again, on days that I'm eating 2 to 2.5 cups (4-5 servings) of ice cream, the rest of my diet is usually fruits, vegetables, chicken, fish, etc etc... So I'm essentailly making room for the ice cream by eating calorie sparse and nutrient dense foods leading up to the ice cream finale.0 -
Your earning your reward then. You are obviosly food smart enough to do that. Most people just are not.0
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If regurly part of your food intake it is taking the place of foods that actually provide your body with positive nutrients.
not true for me
Same here, to me this seems like saying if water is a part of your food intake it is taking the place of foods that actually provide your body with positive nutrients. Coffee isn't really a food, most people don't eat it(unless your into that kind of thing and enjoy a nice cup of coffee grounds), they drink it with their breakfast or before a meal etc. just like they would any other drink.....water, soda, wine, beer, etc etc.
Everything you mentioned, except water, has calories. My point was that coffee takes the place of much better food choices because it takes calories from your daily calorie goal. For those that drink to much coffee this can become unhealthy.
There are 6 calories in my daily cup of coffee...I don't think that's going to break the bank on other nutrient rich foods...I could have like a cup of spinach for those 6 cals and I probably still will. I just don't see the point I guess. But like I said, I drink one black cup a day.
And like i said, most americans don't drink coffee like you do.
So it's not coffee you have a problem with but all the stuff people are putting in it?0 -
The bad part of coffee is caffeine, and that's just bad if you are sensitive to caffeine, have a heart condition worsened by caffeine, or if you over do the caffeine. But why people, and when people, will say it's bad for you is based off what you ADD to the coffee.
Or you know...Caffeine is actually beneficial to migraine sufferers. It helps reduce the pain and minimize the frequency at which they occur. This is why many migraine medications contain caffeine.
So before people keep spouting off crap about caffeine being evil and having no benefits, perhaps you might actually want to consult with a medical professional?
The bad part is caffeine... AND THATS JUST if you are sensitive or have a heart problem that is worsened etc. etc.
In other words... caffeine is not bad for EVERYONE... (Edit because some people are still probably stupid enough to not get this part) It is bad for people who are told by a medical professional that the caffeine is bad FOR them due to causing racing heart, or bad reactions with medications, etc. If you also read the rest of my post you'd see I'm defending coffee as an avid coffee drinker and my bigger point was that it's what you ADD to the coffee...
Learn to read and comprehend before you start "spouting off crap" about what someone posts.
****STAFF NOTE: Post has been edited due to violations of guideline #01****
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/welcome/guidelines0 -
Just a dot of half+half!0
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If regurly part of your food intake it is taking the place of foods that actually provide your body with positive nutrients.
not true for me
Same here, to me this seems like saying if water is a part of your food intake it is taking the place of foods that actually provide your body with positive nutrients. Coffee isn't really a food, most people don't eat it(unless your into that kind of thing and enjoy a nice cup of coffee grounds), they drink it with their breakfast or before a meal etc. just like they would any other drink.....water, soda, wine, beer, etc etc.
Everything you mentioned, except water, has calories. My point was that coffee takes the place of much better food choices because it takes calories from your daily calorie goal. For those that drink to much coffee this can become unhealthy.
There are 6 calories in my daily cup of coffee...I don't think that's going to break the bank on other nutrient rich foods...I could have like a cup of spinach for those 6 cals and I probably still will. I just don't see the point I guess. But like I said, I drink one black cup a day.
And like i said, most americans don't drink coffee like you do.
So it's not coffee you have a problem with but all the stuff people are putting in it?
The general idea of going overboard on something that is not a real benifit to a healthy diet.0 -
I take mine in the form of a mocha...so with chocolate syrup and vanilla soymilk
But if I'm drinking regular coffee, I take it with creamer (Pumpkin Spice flavored when it's available, otherwise French Vanilla). I can't drink it black, either. The taste and bitterness is just awful.0 -
Lately i've been drinking it with 2 Tbsp of Half & Half Cream + 1 Tsp of sugar. 63 calories is really not much for a beverage I enjoy. I don't really see the need for low cal sweeteners, etc. That said, when I was trying out intermittent fasting, I adjusted to black coffee - you just have to give yourself time to adjust. For those wanting to switch to black, try putting some cinnamon in it! Yum & cinnamon curbs hunger too.0
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Strong & Black
Me too! The sugar and milk makes my tummy hurt!0 -
I use Splenda and Sugar Free Coffee Mate Vanilla creamer.0
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I used to use a ton of cream and sugar. ya know, one of those people who likes a little coffee with her cream and sugar
Like you, I am not giving it up, so I had to revise it a bit. I started getting the International Delight brand creamers. They're delicious and sweet enough that I was able to cut back on my sugar I was putting in my coffee. Also, the creamer is only 35 cals per tbsp.
Now, I just use the creamer, I don't even need sugar anymore because I'm used to it.
Hope this works for you!0 -
I take mine with no sugar - natural or other - it ruins the coffee. I have gotten into the habit of putting either heavy cream or full fat coconut milk. But certain coffees I can't put anything in. Gourmet coffee wasn't made for condiments.
If you are counting calories or think fat is actually fattening then just use a little bit. It goes a long way and is so creamy.
(I follow a Primal lifestyle. Fat is healthy in my world. Especially the healthy diary and animal fats. And full fat coconut milk is my go to lunch during busy work days. 600 calories of pure energy!!!) Coconut milk is amazing in coffee. If you don't mind the layer of fat sitting on top! I get my lips moisturized while I sip!
Switching out sugar for Int'l Delight creamer??!! At least sugar is still natural. Even with no nutrition it's healthier for your body than that other crap. The body has use for glucose and fructose (although it can only handle fructose in small amounts - it is a toxin) Sugar cane: created by nature; International Delight: created by food scientists. I'll take the sucrose anyday!!0 -
I like mine with a bit of creamer and Torani sugar free ~ I love the caramel and the vanilla flavoring. Creamer is the only calories and I don't have to use much when I use the flavoring. It tastes like i'm cheating!0
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