A growing body of research shows that coffee drinkers, compared to nondrinkers, are:
* Less likely to have type 2 diabetes, Parkinson's disease, and dementia
* Have fewer cases of certain cancers, heart rhythm problems, and strokes
“There is certainly much more good news than bad news, in terms of coffee and health,” says Frank Hu, MD, MPH, PhD, nutrition and epidemiology professor at the Harvard School of Public Health.
This is good news for me, as I L.O.V.E. coffee. However, I like it best with flavor. My favorite is flavored creamer, or "doctored up" coffee from Starbucks or Bigby Coffee, etc. However, in this economy, who can afford a $4.00 cup of coffee every day?
So I created my own flavored creamer. The great thing about this is it's loaded with protein but is sugar free. Who needs Starbucks? By the way, Starbucks will add a scoop of whey protein powder to any coffee drink for another .50 cents. If you can afford a $4.50 cup of coffee, it's totally worth it!
1 scoop whey protein powder (I use vanilla, but you can use any flavor that you want.)
8 oz. milk (whipping cream is best)
1 packet truvia, to taste
**Side note: GNC offers many flavors of whey protein, including Carmel, cookies and cream, strawberry, and much more!
Blend ingredients with a shake mixer or blender (I use a Magic Bullet-Like shake mixer) until smooth and free of lumps. Store in fridge till ready to pour into coffee. Shake before serving.
Enjoy!
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