Coffee hacks: Boost fat‑burning with a simple morning tweak

For many people, a morning without coffee is unthinkable—they even consider it their "first breakfast." Although there have been claims that coffee might be harmful to health, nothing could be further from the truth. Thanks to caffeine, coffee not only increases energy levels but is also rich in antioxidants, potassium, and B vitamins, which provide strong antioxidant potential. It may also offer protection against atherosclerosis, stroke, and heart attack.

Boosting energy levels is not the only benefit. You can safely add other ingredients to your coffee to enhance its effects. It’s not about milk, which is one of the most commonly added ingredients to this drink. If you are interested in stabilizing blood sugar and promoting faster fat burning, try adding cinnamon.

Cinnamon has thermogenic properties that aid in fat burning. Similarly, coconut oil and clarified butter can increase the rate of calorie burning. This is possible due to MCT fats, which are efficiently converted into energy.

If you want your coffee to keep you feeling full longer and reduce acidity, add olive oil, also referred to as "liquid gold." Just half a teaspoon of olive oil can enhance metabolism, reduce inflammation, and relieve constipation. However, it's important that the coffee doesn't contain any other additives, like sugar, cream, or milk.

Note! Consuming coffee with added olive oil in excess may have a laxative effect.

It's also important to consider the best time to drink coffee. Contrary to common practice, the ideal time is not an hour after waking up. This is because cortisol levels peak around 45 minutes after waking. You should drink coffee about two hours after waking up to effectively experience its stimulating effect.