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Camping Can Do: Make Coffee Anywhere
A few weeks ago Starbucks sent us a sample of VIA, its new instant coffee. Being a bit of a coffee snob I was kind of grossed out but decided to try it on my upcoming climbing trip anyway.
The best thing VIA has going for it is its size — it's small.
How Much Coffee Do You Typically Drink in a Day?
It is National Coffee Day. Who declared the day? I know not, but I know my love of the bean knows no boundaries.
Why Do You Drink Coffee?
There are so many reasons that we love drinking a hot cup of coffee. It wakes us up, tastes rich and delicious, warms us on a cold day, can keep us regular, and on top of that, it also has many health benefits. So tell me .
Coffee vs. Espresso
I am an unabashed fan of coffee and I split my love evenly between regular ol' joe and espresso drinks. But how do they stack up in terms of caffeine amounts? Or more explicitly, where am I going to get more bang for my buck?
Caffeine: Fact or Myth
Does the beginning of your workout week translate to an extra dose of caffeine? Before you go for that second cup (or third, or fourth . .
Do Take Your Coffee With Sugar?
When I was working on losing my baby weight I learned to live without a few things. One of those things was sugar in my coffee. When I was able to get back on the bean post-breastfeeding, I learned to love my coffee without adding any sweetener.
Hidden Calories in Your Cup of Joe
Just about everyone I know consumes at least one cup of coffee a day. That roasted rich beverage actually has a lot of health benefits, and an eight ounce cup only contains two calories, so it won't bust your waistline. The thing is, not a lot of people enjoy their coffee black, and all the sweeteners and flavorings people use can add up to some major calories.
Do You Drink More or Less Caffeine on the Weekend?
I have friends that only drink coffee on the weekends, which to me is unimaginable. I also have friends that save their caffeine fix for the workweek, which I find equally unimaginable.
I keep my coffee and tea consumption fairly steady seven days a week.
Why Does Coffee Make You Have to "Go"?
Sipping on a hot cup of coffee in the morning is one of my simple pleasures. Not only does it offer some "me time," but I love the rich flavor, and the fact that it gives me an extra pep in my step. Millions of people drink coffee for the exact same reasons, but what they may not know that drinking joe helps relieve muscle pain as well as improves memory, and that it may help prevent skin cancer while also decreasing the risk of liver cancer.
You Asked: How Much Coffee a Day Is Too Much?
Dear Fit,
I just got a fancy coffee maker for Christmas, and now I'm finding myself enjoying at least three or four cups a day. My husband says that's too much. Is he right?
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