"Coffee and tea both come with potential health benefits, but sweeteners, creamers, whipped cream and other add-ons can lead to excess added sugar, fat and calories. With well over half of Americans drinking coffee every day, the way it is prepared matters. Here are strategies to navigate the top ingredient concerns when preparing or ordering your favorite hot (or iced) drink."
"A medium pumpkin spice latte contains about 32 grams or eight teaspoons of added sugar. Women and men should aim for no more than six to nine teaspoons of added sugar daily, respectively. When ordering specialty teas and coffee drinks, consider ordering your drink with fewer pumps of syrup or requesting sugar-free options if available. Even reducing the standard amount by half can be enough to satisfy a sweet tooth."
"Choose Creamers Wisely Many creamers actually contain no cream or milk at all. Instead, they can be loaded with oils, stabilizers, emulsifiers, sugar and water, providing little to no nutritional value. When shopping for coffee creamers, look for products with milk or cream listed in the top three ingredients. A splash of milk, non-dairy milk or half and half can also be a good choice. For those who prefer flavored creamers, choose those with less added sugar and keep an eye on the serving size."
Seasonal coffee and tea beverages can contribute substantial added sugar, fat and calories that affect daily intake limits. A medium pumpkin spice latte can contain about 32 grams (eight teaspoons) of added sugar, which may exceed recommended daily amounts. Reducing syrup pumps, requesting sugar-free options, or flavoring drinks at home with spices and vanilla extract can lower sugar intake. Many commercial creamers contain oils, stabilizers and added sugar instead of dairy; choosing creamers with milk or cream listed early in the ingredients, using a splash of milk or half and half, and monitoring serving sizes can improve nutrition. Milk choice influences beverage richness and nutrition; whole milk and heavy cream add richness but may not always be the best option.
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