I just saw this on John Mayer’s blog. He saw it on this website.
WAKE UP CALL. THIS IS MY GO-TO DRINK!
Cinnamon Dolce Latte with Sugar-Free Syrup, anyone?
Harmful Drinks in America
11. Worst Espresso Drink
Starbucks Peppermint White Chocolate Mocha with Whipped Cream (venti, 20 fl oz)
660 calories
22 g fat (15 g saturated)
95 g sugars
Sugar Equivalent: 8½ scoops Edy’s Slow Churned Rich and Creamy Coffee Ice Cream
Hopefully this will dispel any lingering fragments of the “health halo” that still exists in coffee shops—that misguided belief that espresso-based beverages can’t do much damage. In this 20-ounce cup, Starbucks manages to pack in more calories and saturated fat than two slices of deep-dish sausage and pepperoni pizza from Domino’s. That makes it the equivalent of dinner and dessert disguised as a cup of coffee. If you want a treat, look to Starbucks’ supply of sugar-free syrups; if you want a caffeine buzz, stick to the regular joe, an Americano, or a cappuccino.
Drink This Instead!
Cinnamon Dolce Latte with Sugar-Free Syrup (grande, 16 fl oz)
260 calories
6 g fat (4 g saturated)
38 g sugars
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