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Do I have to give up coffee to lose belly fat?
Answered by Nikkiey Stott and her guests · Updated
The short answer
No, you don't have to give up coffee to lose belly fat. Nikkiey says you deserve your morning coffee. The problem is what goes into it. Sugary lattes, frappuccinos and flavored creamers can pack 400-plus calories. Stick to black coffee or cold brew with a splash of unsweetened almond, oat or coconut milk.
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The full answer
On The WarriorBabe Show, Nikkiey is clear that coffee itself isn't the issue. If it's part of your routine, whether you grab one on the way to work or make a cup when you wake up, keep it. Where many women unknowingly stall their fat loss is the drink built around the coffee. Nikkiey explains that specialty lattes, frappuccinos and flavored creamers are loaded with sugar-heavy cream and syrupy flavors. One of those drinks can carry 400-plus calories and more sugar than a slice of cake.
There's a second problem: because it's liquid, it doesn't fill you up. You're still hungry right after, so those calories come on top of your meals instead of replacing anything. Nikkiey makes the same point about fruit juice in that episode. It can feel like a healthy morning habit, but she suggests eating the whole fruit instead, because fiber, water and chewing help control your appetite.
The swap is simple:
- Black coffee or cold brew for energy without the calories
- A splash of unsweetened almond, oat or coconut milk if you want creaminess
If your belly won't budge even though you're eating what you think is healthy, it may not be you. It may be calories you're drinking without noticing. Nikkiey's advice is not to overhaul everything overnight. Pick one or two things to cut back on, like the sugary coffee drink, and build from there. As she puts it, small, consistent changes beat dramatic overhauls every single time.
From Nikkiey Stott and WarriorBabe's coaching. For education, not medical advice: talk to your doctor about your own health.
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