So i'm into figuring out nutrition things for alot of regular places I go, especially ever since I got EAT THIS AND NOT THAT.
Basically, im not trying to make people feel bad, but im gonna at least approach this as an educational tool to inform people what to stay away from.
Bottom line, it's the little things that count when you're trying to cut pesky pounds, or just stay healthy.
Starbucks in itself can be a huge danger if you're not making small int picky decisions.
Here's a quick rundown.
DESERT BASED DRINKS v.s. NORMAL BEVERAGES
The first thing people should recognize when going to Starbucks is the difference between a specialty desert type of drink, and a normal coffee drink.
Yeah, not everyone likes regular coffee, I understand that. However, if you're drinking a WHITE MOCHA, CARAMEL MACCHIATO, FRAPPUCINO, PUMPKIN SPICE LATTE etc. Chances are you're building up in the calorie department, even if you get it with non-fat milk. They fill these suckers with syrup, so just watch out.
Instead, if you're looking for flavor, tryin a simple flavored latte with NON-FAT MILK, and NO WHIP CREAM (I shouldn't have to highlight this). Generally you're looking somewhere under the 200 calorie mark, so give it a try.
I RECOMMEND
- Grande Non-Fat Hazelnut Latte
- Grande Non-Fat Caramel Latte
Which brings me to my next point.
MILK
If you're concerned about small nit picky things, the #1 change should be in your milk. ORDER EVERYTHING NON-FAT. Unless it's regular coffee, 9 times out of 10, you wont be able to tell the difference, but nonetheless, just get off of the whole or 2% milk. Your calorie and fat intake will be significantly cute down.
Which brings me to the main event.
Around the beginning of October, Starbucks introduced their new signature hot chocolates, and im just gonna say, they are incredible. But MAKE SURE this isn't your everyday drink because you will regret it.
Below are the numbers for a GRANDE salted caramel signature hot chocolate with NO WHIP CREAM and NON-FAT MILK.
CALORIES - 510
FAT CALORIES - 180
TOTAL FAT - 20
SATURATED FAT - 12
CARBS - 78
So as you can, this is something that could easily be a meal. Especially when you think...
THIS DRINK HAS MORE CALORIES THAN A BIG MAC!!!!!!!!
So just be careful!
For more info, check out Starbucks nutrition calculator on their website!
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