Flavored coffees

According to a May 2017 article in Public Health, about 68% of coffee consumers brew their coffee with some type of addition, such as sugar or other sweeteners. The popularity of flavored coffee conceals the shocking amount of sugars that are sometimes hidden in these drinks.

There may be as much as 45g of sugar in a large flavored coffee or coffee drink at some coffee shop chains. In terms of added sugar per serving, that comes out to around 11 teaspoons. Therefore, it's likely that your morning coffee will start to increase your daily sugar intake – unless you choose to drink it black. Due to the significant association between sugary drinks and ill health, it's generally recommended to stick with coffee that doesn't have any flavoring syrups or added sugar. To make your coffee feel more delicious without adding as much sugar, try adding a splash of whole milk or heavy cream.