Everyday coffee – the way you like it: with or without sugar, milk or honey. The purpose is usually the same: to boost your focus so you can hack away at those emails and other tasks you’ve kinda sorta been putting off. But pairing your cup with a simple something extra can not only elevate your drinking experience, it can also mean serious health boons for your bod.
Here, we add some of the best ways to get the best from your order.
1. Have It Cold
When you really need that fix but it’s hot out, have it cold over ice! If you don’t have a local cold brew supplier near you, then you can just make it yourself. Bonus: it may be easier to tolerate for your stomach than hot coffee.
Drink… When it’s hot outside, or your tummy feels iffy.
How To Make It: Soak a cup of coffee grounds in three cups of water overnight. Strain and pour. Add some vanilla essence if you want, to taste.
2. Protein Power
Turn your coffee into a mini post-workout shake by adding a scoop of protein – ideal if you’re short on time but still want to refuel. You can calculate your minimum protein needs by multiplying your body weight (in kg) by 0.8 as a baseline – or more if you’re training regularly.
Drink… after a workout
How To Make It: Stir in a scoop of vanilla or unflavoured whey protein powder.
READ MORE: How Much Protein Is Too Much? Nutrition Experts Explain How Much You Need
3. Give It A Collagen Boost
Hydrolysed collagen is having a huge moment and for good reason. It’s often touted for supporting skin health and some evidence suggests it may support joint and bone health over time. Not only that, but it gives your brew a creamier taste, sans milk.
Drink… in the afternoon or every morning as part of your morning routine, along with taking your vitamins.
How To Make It: Simply add a scoop of powder to your cup and stir.
4. Spice It Up
Chucking in some cinnamon to your cup is a great way to add flavour to your brew, minus the kilojoules. Plus, cinnamon comes with a slew of huge health benefits. It’s rich in antioxidants – which support overall health – and helps fight inflammation, which means it may help support blood sugar balance and add an antioxidant boost.
Drink… In the morning after a big night out or after your workout.
How To Make It: You could add a few sticks of cinnamon to your pot of joe and have them brew with the beans, or throw in a sprinkle to your finished cup.
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5. Go Coco-Nutty
Ditch the milk and opt for coconut cream. The natural oils add a delicious creaminess to your cup.
Drink… When you’re craving something rich and creamy.
How To Make It: Brew your coffee as usual and instead of having milk, spoon a dollop of coconut cream. It’ll melt into the hot coffee, making a rich, creamy cup.
6. Make It Bulletproof
Advocates of the low-carb, high-fat diet (read: keto queens) swear that adding a spoon of healthy fats to your coffee (called Bulletproof coffee) makes for a better cup. This is because the active ingredient, MCT oil, is said to provide a quick source of energy and help you feel fuller for longer. It’s also more easily absorbed than other fats.
Drink… Before you hit the gym for an added dose of healthy energy.
How To Make It: Add MCT oil to your cup, along with organic, grass-fed butter.
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