Dieters who drink coffee and are struggling to lose weight have received a warning from health guru Dr Michael Mosley. The diet expert says a lot of what you drink needs to be factored into your calorie intake when trying to lose weight.
And he warned that a daily latte could be the equivalent of eating five-and-a-half Mars bars every week. He has issued some advice on his his popular Fast 800 website, which offers members guidance on how to achieve a healthy weight and keep the pounds off for good.
While many dieters initially achieve success, eventually some hit a wall and can't shed excess pounds without changing what they consume. You can be following what you think is a balanced diet, but hidden calories can result in slow progress. Explaining where these calories are found, Dr Mosley urged people to look closely at what they drink. He wrote on the Fast 800 blog: "If you find that you're eating well, exercising and taking care of your healthy lifestyle yet the weight still manages to creep on, there may be a good reason for it. Coffees, alcohol and fruit juices should all be factored into your calorie intake when following a weight loss plan. Often forgotten about, your daily latte is probably adding around 1,330 calories per week to your intake, which is around five and a half Mars bars!"
Some coffee drinkers often opt for high calorie drinks at chain cafes or at home, but Dr Mosley warns against this: "Instead of a latte or a cappuccino, enjoy a black coffee with a splash of milk. Or, if you're just looking for a warm drink, try different varieties of herbal tea until you find the one that’s right for you!"
The doctor added: "Alcohol is also something to approach with caution as many often forget how high in both calories and carbohydrates it can be.
"The evidence is clear; alcohol does make you fat. In addition to the impact of calories from alcoholic drinks, the food choices made whilst drinking, and the following day, pose significant, and potentially life threatening health concerns."
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