Jakarta –
Many people like to mix black coffee with additional creamers. In addition to giving a thick texture, creamer also adds to the savory taste to coffee. However, is the consumption safe for health?
Drinking a cup of coffee seems to be a ritual in the morning many people. They chose to take this caffeinated drink to increase concentration as well as mood.
But what about the addition of creamer? Is it true that Creamer can disrupt the health benefits of coffee which is actually quite good for health?
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Creamer is an additional ingredient in coffee that is usually used to provide creamy taste and reduce acidity. The shape can be liquid or powder, and is available in various flavors such as vanilla, hazelnut, or caramel.
Launch Byrdie, the majority of creamers contain water, additional sugar, and hydrogenated oil which means there is a hidden trans fat potential. According to Harvard Medical School, every 2 percent calories from Trans Fat consumed every day can increase the risk of heart disease by 23 percent.
Not to mention the sugar content, which is about 5 grams per tablespoon that can quickly accumulate if you do not pay attention to the dose.
Is the consumption of creamer in dangerous coffee?
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The answer is not always, but needs to be careful and wise in consumption. Nutritionists agree that creamer is not the best choice for consumption every day, but that does not mean you have to stop consuming it.
“Everything can be a danger if consumed excessively,” said Nikola Djordjevic, a family doctor.
That is, if you only use one tablespoon per day and undergo a healthy diet in general, then the health risks of this creamer are arguably minimal.
But remember, one tablespoon is small, and many of us might pour more than that without realizing it. So, before you blame the scales, try to calculate how much creamer is used and how many cups of coffee you drink every day.
Alternative creamer healthier
In addition to commercial creamer products on the market, there are several healthier alternatives. The choices include:
• Low fat milk or vegetable milk such as almonds, oats, or coconut.
• Natural creamer without additional sugar
• Natural sweeteners that are rich in antioxidants and do not cause surge in blood sugar.
This article has been aired on CNN Indonesia with the title “Creamer on coffee, is it really dangerous for health?“
(ADR/ADR)
