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For many, a cup ofcoffeeisn’t complete without acreamer.
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Coffee is naturally a low-calorie drink.
A cup of black coffee is under five calories, according to the Mayo Clinic.
However, adding just a spoonful of creamer adds a shocking amount of sugar and increases calories.
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Not only that, but there are often harmful ingredients in creamers you might not be aware of.
-Sugar Content: High sugar content is usually a creamer with more than four grams of sugar per serving.
Sure, it might taste good, but it’s packed with sugar.
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Let’s be real, most people will have more than one serving a day.
In addition, the creamer contains natural and artificial flavor, which has some health concerns.
Dipotassium phosphate is found in a lot of processed foods, so Americans could unknowingly overconsume.
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Don’t let the low calories fool you with this creamer.
Plus, there’s also carrageenan which can cause GI issues.
ingredient(s) derived from a bioengineered source.
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Another option full of sugar and high calories.
In addition, the creamer has unhealthy ingredients such as dipotassium phosphate, carrageenan and natural & artificial flavors.
International Delight
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International Delight Irish Creme Coffee Creamer
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