Protein Coffee Recipe

 

I don't know about you, but I LOVE coffee. Although caffeine can be a big debate in the health industry as to whether or not it is healthy for our bodies, I believe as long as aren't overcaffeinated we can enjoy this tasty beverage and even find ways to make it healthier for us!  

Here are 9 Benefits Of Drinking Coffee according to a John's Hopkins study:

1. You could live longer
2. Your body may process glucose (or sugar) better.
3. You're less likely to develop heart failure.
4. You are less likely to develop Parkinson's disease.
5. Your liver will thank you.
6. Your DNA will be stronger.
7. Your odds of getting colon cancer will go way down.
8. You may decrease your risk of getting Alzheimer's disease.
9. You're not as likely to suffer a stroke.

Here are a few tips for enjoying this tasty beverage: 

• Don't drink on an empty stomach or better yet make it a protein coffee
• Stay away from the sugary drinks
• Don't drink it less than 6 hours before bed

Ingredients:

• Drip Coffee
• 1 Tbsp Vegan Butter- My favorite is Miyoko's
• 1 scoop Collagen Powder- My favorite is Marine Collagen
• 1 scoop Inulin Powder
• Optional Sugar Free Flavors like
• Vanilla Extract
• Cinnamon Spice
• Pumpkin Spice
• Sugar Free Syrups- My go to flavors
• Chai
• Pumpkin 

Directions:

• Add Butter To Mug
• Add 1/2 Mug full of coffee
• Add Collagen & Inulin Powder
• Mix together until butter is melted
• Fill the mug with more coffee & blend again
• Enjoy!