Coffee. To drink or Not To Drink.

A cup of plain, black coffee has about 10 calories. But add milk, chocolate, whipped cream and other flavor enhancers and coffee-shop staples such as mocha lattes can contain more calories than a Big Mac. When you consider that many people have these drinks daily, the total calorie intake can add up quickly.If you are not ready to give up coffee just yet but want to steer away from the sugar-laden versions, try these simple steps: you'll still get the flavor, but with less sugar.

• Skip the chocolate sauce and instead opt for a small piece of high-quality dark chocolate on the side.
• Add cinnamon (which may aid digestion) rather than caramel or other sweeteners.
• Forgo the whipped cream; a modest amount of unsweetened half-and-half is a better choice.
• I love adding Mochatonix. It increases energy. Promotes the burning of fat. Helps heighten alertness and endurance levels.
• Leave the sugar in the cupboard and grab some raw honey. Raw honey  contains trace enzymes; minerals, including calcium, magnesium and potassium; amino acids; and vitamins, including a wide range of B vitamins such as riboflavin, pantothenic acid, niacin, thiamin and pyridoxine.

Coffee is full of antioxidants and in moderation can have health benefits. Just make sure to leave out the high calorie additions.

Have a Healthy and Successful Day!