How To Cut Calories At Starbucks

I treat myself to one or two “gourmet” Starbucks coffees a week. If I’m going to spend $4-$5 on a latte, it needs to be specially made to suit my diet and taste buds for a truly worthy treat!

With no respect to “Starbucks semantics” (baristas, feel free to correct my request!), this is what I usually order:

a double tall sugarfree skinny cinnamon dulce latte *no whip*

What does all this mean?

• Double tall - Order an extra shot of caffeine for a jolt of energy, tension muscle ache relieve (long days at the office!), and to quicken your metabolism. I order the tall-sized latte to cut calories and coins spent.
• Sugarfree - Says, “No refined sugar, please!” If your latte tastes bland per this request, add Splenda or cane sugar to taste.
• Skinny - Says, “Nonfat milk, please!” Alternatively you could order a soy latte for added protein and lactose-free energy.
• No whip - Hold the whipped cream. I don’t want or need the added sugar!

My guy friend calls this a complicated order. I tease him by telling him he’s trying to make a statement with all his “simplicity.” For good measure, I tip the baristas a dollar or two for their time.

related posts:

• Diet Tip: Portion Control
• Reasons Why You're Not Losing Weight
• Dietary Supplements: Vitamin B Complex