Bulletproof Coffee
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I do this all the time. I don't however use sweetener or cocoa, and I use MCT oil, which is a more concentrated version of the good fats found in coconut oil. I also often replace the butter with ghee if I'm avoiding dairy (ghee is clarified butter with the milk solids removed). When I have bulletproof coffee, like I had this morning, I find it easy to have my coffee around 7a and not be hungry until 1p. I also occasionally add coconut milk... So good!0
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With business travel on Tuesday and Wednesday, I wasn't able to do my bulletproof coffee routine. I had to be on a 6 AM flight Tuesday, was in a hotel on Wednesday. I did workout both days. But I gotta tell you, I noticed the difference. Not nearly as full and energetic both mornings eating a "regular" breakfast. In fact, on Tues I really got very little breakfast, just a bit of chicken leftovers I grabbed out of the fridge on my way out the door.
This morning I was back to my "home breakfast" of a grapefruit, bulletproof coffee and Powerade zero. Yay, can tell the difference in energy levels, etc.
The travel thing is tough .... I spend between 2 and 4 days on business travel, more or less every other week. This time around it's back to back, was in Portland this week, will be in Boston next week. Trying to get the workouts and nutrition right in hotel rooms, conference centers and restaurants is a pain in the butt!
Anybody figure out how to get bulletproof coffee while traveling?0 -
You might try carrying coconut oil with you and just add it to your coffee. Or, there are lots of "fat bomb" recipes floating around MFP that you could make ahead of time and use a portion of that in place of the bullet proof coffee. Just make sure it's one that doesn't need refrigerated.
This morning I had my homemade chocolate (made with coconut oil), coffee with a teaspoon of coconut oil and some almond milk for breakfast. It held me well until lunchtime. After eating tuna salad and half an avocado for lunch I am stuffed.0 -
I did it! I just made my first cup of bulletproof coffee. I used 2 tbsp of the organic unsalted butter and 2 tbsp of coconut oil (organic, extra virgin, etc) with 12 oz of coffee. I forgot to get the unsweetened cocoa so I just added a little stevia. I really did not need the stevia because as someone who drinks coffee and tea "plain" I think the coconut oil would have added enough sweetness. I had someone working on the house that arrived earlier than expected today so did not get the coffee done until about 9am. I would have liked to have started it earlier to get the fat burning going but I think I am ok. I will report back my hunger updates as the day goes on. I was sooooooo hungry yesterday. Not sure why. I was way over on sodium, over on fat and calories but not too bad. I am hoping this helps me keep the hunger under control today.
I am finally back at my "pre-christmas" weight which is a plateau weight for me. I hope this can kick start some extra weight loss. I am only about 1/2 way to goal and it is starting to look so impossible to get to. I also travel for my job so will only be able to do this about 4 days a week.0 -
I just realized I used TWICE the dose of coconut oil!! Argh!! My calories are like 450!! I hope it keeps me full - it tool up almost 1/3 of what I eat. Yikes!!0
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We picked up a "Aerolatte" from Amazon. It's a small, battery operated device with a little whipper at the end, that you can froth milk and other liquids with. It works awesome! In 20 seconds, its little tornado action gets everything mixed and a little frothy. And you can mix it right in the mug, so you don't have to dirty anything else (just make sure the cup isn't too full - it needs a little room in there for the frothing action). I think it was $20 for one without a stand, and $30 for the unit with the stand.
gmansmom2 - Let us know how your appetite was. my first day doing the coffee, just having a cup of soup seemed like a huge amount of food to consume at lunch.0 -
I sympathize .... I goofed over the holidays, too much wine, ate cookies (not all that many) and potatoes on thanksgiving and christmas. And gained 5 lbs .... Finally got rid of that and a bit more. A bit over halfway to goal and my unicorn appears to be getting under 190 lbs. :-(I am finally back at my "pre-christmas" weight which is a plateau weight for me. I hope this can kick start some extra weight loss. I am only about 1/2 way to goal and it is starting to look so impossible to get to. I also travel for my job so will only be able to do this about 4 days a week.
Work travel does make the whole thing a bit challenging. Work outs, food, etc. Someone always wants to have dinner with me, and that leads to wine .... argh. Need lots of discipline when I'm not at home.
The bulletproof coffee certainly appears to have helped me tune my nutrients, etc. We'll find out, but it will be a little while. I just started Power90 and I'm only weighing and measuring every 30 days while I do it. Commitment to myself to not stress over the numbers, to focus on the process of good food, sleep and exercise.0 -
Well, I think today has gone great. I had my coffee at 9am and did not even think about eating until 1:30pm but I was not really hungry. I did have a small snack at 2:30pm and think I will be fine until dinner at 6:30pm. I have had a lot of energy today. I also feel like I am not retaining as much water. All good so far.0
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Update: So I actually did this yesterday as well and followed the correct measurements this time. Same results - great energy, not hungry until 1:30pm'ish - only really had an afternoon "snack" - big dinner again (with alcohol) due to a fundraiser we attended so I still was at my normal calorie range but had lost a 1/2 lb when I got up this morning. I do think it is the coffee which is helping me keep my carbs down and keeping me full. I also like the fact that I weigh the same thing at night as in the morning.
I am hoping to see more results the next couple of days as I stay on my normal diet and ditch the alcohol.
I did order the Aerolatte mixer/foamer as suggested by Kiramaniac. Hoping that will help. I am melting and "whisking" everything together now.
This is my lowest weight since I started last fall. So good to see the scale moving again.0 -
On day 4, going really really well. Especially now that I've got all the right ingredients -- super yummy! And such a great appetite and snack-craving suppressant.0
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I've been doing bulletproof coffee each morning for the past few weeks and am hopelessly addicted! I have mine with kerrygold butter, coconut oil, sometimes a spoonful of unsweetened organic cocoa, and always cinnamon. I put the cinnamon in the french press with the coffee grounds as I find that works better. I've tried using a splash of coconut milk, and that's also quite nice, but I don't usually bother. Blending with either an immersion blender or your countertop blender is the real trick to making this wonderful concoction!0
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Alright, this will be an interesting experiment. I am flying from Seattle to Boston today. Got up and worked out at 5:30 like normal, showered, had my bulletproof coffee about 6:45 AM .... Flight took at 9:10 AM Pacific Time and lands at 2:30 PM Pacific Time. They don't really serve anything on the flight that I can eat, so hopefully the coffee is going to last me all the way until I get off the plane and can get a snack of some sort. I do have some beef jerky with me "just in case" ... but trying not to touch it since I keep that in the hotel for late night snacks.
Since we are landing at 5:30 PM Eastern, by the time I get to my hotel, checked in, etc. it will be 7'ish and I will eat dinner. This should be a very interesting day. I upped the coconut oil in my coffee to get more fat and last longer for the day. Will let you guys know how it goes.0 -
I'm also guessing decaf would not have the same effect! I have heart issues that prevent me from having caffiene. I drink decaf all day.
I wonder if you realize how much caffiene decaf coffee has? Even decaf has between 10 and 20 percent the caffiene of 'regular' coffee. You may be having a ton of caffiene if you are drinking it all day.0 -
4 days on the bulletproof coffee and I am 1.5 lbs down. Still tons of energy and hunger does not kick in until late afternoon. I think I found something that works for me!0
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Does the energy last throughout the afternoon? I am so tired by 2 or 3 that I really could take a nap. I do notice when my carb intake is higher, the tiredness is worse.
I am heading to Whole Foods today to get the goods for this and the fat bomb.0 -
I'm on day 6 of BPC and down 1.6#. I've found that when I get hungry mid afternoon, I'm also a little tired. I'll add another cup of coffee; depending on what I have left for calories, I may have another BPC, or some other variation.
On a separate note, I tried it with cinnamon today....mmmmmmm!0 -
Hello, I'm new to this forum and to MFP so forgive me if this is a totally dumb question!
I HATE coffee - would this work with anything else?
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Down 2.2# now on day 7 of Bulletproof Coffee! I'm a convert!0
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I would love to try this, my only issue (lol) is I HATE coffee. How strong coffee taste is this?0
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I don't know why you'd have to use coffee. I think the whole point of the coffee in the recipe is to benefit from the caffeine. Use black tea, perhaps?0
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Tried it this morning. DELICIOUS. Problem. It kept leaking outside of my blender. I have a GNC blender that makes single servings. It was all OVER THE PLACE. Hoping that drinking will leave me satisfied. Already done with breakfast! LOL!0
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I'll give it a go with tea & see how I get on. Cheers0
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I think we have had some people post that they do it with tea. Try that and let us know!
Hot liquid in a blender can be dangerous!! I was melting everything and then wisking into the coffee. I finally got my Aerolatte foamer and used it this morning. It was great. Very smooth and creamy with some foam on top. Loving this. I am addicted!0 -
gotta get one!0
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It went EVERYWHERE in a 3 foot radius when we used the blender - like something from a bad sitcom.
The Aerolatte is awesome. It takes about 20 seconds and it mixes and makes it foamy. Amazon has it for $20, or $30 with a little stand.0 -
Bump!0
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Anybody figure out how to get bulletproof coffee while traveling?
I'm new so this is somewhat out of the blue. But I do have a suggestion for you. You could melt the butter and coconut oil together and mix in you cocoa powder and then let it "set" in the fridge. I sometimes make "fudge" this way with coconut oil and protein powder. Wrap it up in single servings, and make sure it doesn't get warmer than room temp, (pry put it in a sealed container just in case) and then melt it in your coffee when you travel. Just a thought!
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sounds like this is your ticket!
I enjoy bulletproof coffe, I call it "Supergirl coffee" I make mine with decaf though wink , heavy cream and coconut oil....and yes I need a little sweetener......being a girl....'cause we are sweet!
Thanks for posting your process with this. bullet proof coffee is a terrific energy source (even decaf!)
Yes, this is a huge plus for me. "Supergirl coffee" ... yes, totally agree ... I have so much more energy through the morning with this ... weight loss is going again, too. Changed my morning workout as of today from either running or Army Daily Dozen calisthenics to Tony Horton's Power 90 .... that's a darn good workout .... and still the Bulletproof coffee and grapefruit is just the ticket.
I'll keep posting about it if I notice other things worth saying.
Great post. Do you take your bulletproof coffee before exercising? I do 5-6 mile runs and usually just have water and coffee with coconut creamer (SO) before I run. I worry about GI issues during the run. maybe TMI, but interested in advice.0 -
It is deeee-lish! I've been reading about BPC for awhile now but really? butter in coffee?? Plus I just found
Kerrygold at Trader Joe's and I have had an Aerolatte on my counter for 10yrs (husband made fun of me
for spending $30 on it but it has stood the test of time!) It hadn't occurred to me to use it, I thought I would
have to drag out my blender every morning. Thanks for the tip!
It's only 7:47am so I will see if I can make it to lunch, I have almonds on reserve just in case.0 -
No, I get up and work out first thing. I have a small pre-workout protein snack about 15 minutes before I exercise. This morning I had 2 oz of chicken breast. Other mornings I have an oz of salami or left over steak from dinner. After I work out, I shower and then have my bulletproof coffee.Great post. Do you take your bulletproof coffee before exercising?0
