Brits who swear by their morning cup of Joe are in for a treat with this latest revelation. Coffee, whether it’s part of a leisurely breakfast, grabbed on the rush to work, or poured into a flask to fuel the day’s endeavours, is widely hailed as the perfect morning energiser.
And, for those monitoring their waistline, a curious tip recommends a modest yet powerful boost to your usual dose of caffeine which could kickstart fat loss. The concept of “weight loss” coffee has captured TikTok’s imagination, with viral posts claiming significant effects in just a week of consumption and potential benefits like reduced bloating.
The user @motivafithub on TikTok divulged the nifty tweak – simply stir a teaspoon each of cinnamon and cocoa powder into your normal brew. This duo is acclaimed not only for activating cinnamon’s reputed fat-burning properties but for adding a hint of sweetness with the cocoa.
The hack has understandably seized considerable curiosity. Maintaining a balanced diet is key to experiencing the hack’s full potential, however.
Engagement on the platform soared with one user quipping: “So a cafe mocha with cinnamon and no cream! ” while another probed: “So cinnamon, cocoa and any coffee will burn fat? Morning or evening? ” The creator of the post chimed in clarifying that it is best taken in the morning before consuming any food. Gratitude was also expressed by followers appreciative of the shared recipe and its simple preparation method, reports Gloucestershire Live.
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The theory has been given the thumbs up by medical professionals, including Dr Taz, a board certified doctor and best-selling author. She suggests that adding certain ingredients to your morning brew can kick-start your metabolism and aid weight loss.
On her website, she explains the science behind it. Dr Taz said: “Adding cinnamon to your morning cup can help reduce hyperglycemia, increase fat burning and decrease inflammation. All of these are incredibly beneficial to speed up your metabolism and help with weight loss. Cinnamon is a great addition to any herbal, green, or black tea, as well as coffee.”
She also recommends coconut oil as another health-boosting addition due to its high ratio of medium chain fatty acids (MCTs), which she describes as a “special kind of fat” that your body metabolises differently.
These have also been shown to boost metabolism.
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