Bullet proof Coffee: Butter In Your Coffee: Has Cream Been Replaced?

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTB41sYaD6zH13T1gMYfZFafdWBuuE9JVAnTRm7WJ4i1A9JN21RFK6t-byar6eRPk0nd4EmL7PMvPUXd4rMFEIekNEWdD2TFkQcXGYDIgG3XcMHusAzrkUlOw_VD13KP6sfmZ6wEPNQGjQ/s1600/butter_coffee.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A hot cup of butter in your coffee. " border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTB41sYaD6zH13T1gMYfZFafdWBuuE9JVAnTRm7WJ4i1A9JN21RFK6t-byar6eRPk0nd4EmL7PMvPUXd4rMFEIekNEWdD2TFkQcXGYDIgG3XcMHusAzrkUlOw_VD13KP6sfmZ6wEPNQGjQ/s1600/butter_coffee.png" title="Butter coffee" /></a></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.15; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #999999;">By now, you have probably heard (or even tried) the popular dietary phenomenon of putting butter in your coffee. I was intrigued by the idea myself and did a little research on the subject. Here are my findings!</span></span></div> <b id="docs-internal-guid-31d73986-0b47-5cae-160a-55bc90a66139" style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #999999;"><br /></span></b> <br /> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.15; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <h4> <span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #999999;">What is it?</span></span></h4> </div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.15; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Putting butter in your coffee is part of a low carb, high fat dietary routine to help you lose weight, gain energy and enjoy a delicious coffee beverage in the morning. It’s been coined with the term “</span><a href="https://www.upgradedself.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">bulletproof coffee</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">” by Dave Asprey in conjunction with his brand of specially produced coffee and brain cognitive oil that are included in the ingredients. </span></span></span></div> <span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span> <span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; white-space: pre-wrap;">Many people make a similar drink without using ingredients that are the specific bulletproof brand and report similar results.</span><br /> <b style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #999999;"><br /></span></b> <br /> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.15; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <h4> <span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #999999;">How does it work?</span></span></h4> </div> <span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; white-space: pre-wrap;">It is slightly more complicated than just putting butter in your coffee. To make the coffee drink, combine 1 cup of strong coffee, 1-2 Tablespoons of butter and 1-2 Tablespoons of MCT (medium-chain triglycerides) oil and blend until creamy and frothy, sort of like a latte! </span><br /> <span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span> <span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; white-space: pre-wrap;">It appears that using unsalted grass-fed butter in your coffee is essential because it has the correct fats that actually work together to reduce body fat and is a good source of vitamin K to reduce the risk of heart disease.</span><br /> <span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span> <span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; white-space: pre-wrap;">It is also recommended to use high quality coffee. Some people choose to use coconut oil in place of MCT oil, but there are reports that say it is less effective.</span><br /> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.15; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <br /></div> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.15; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <h4> <span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #999999;">What are the benefits?</span></span></h4> </div> <span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; white-space: pre-wrap;">Drinking this coffee beverage in the morning is supposed to teach your body to burn fat all day by producing ketones that help your body create energy from fat rather than carbohydrates. It is also said to give you a boost in energy and clarity of mind for up to six hours with minimal crashing symptoms that are typical of caffeine intake. Putting butter in your coffee is also reported to keep your hunger at bay, which is why it can replace a breakfast and has been reported to help people lose weight. The delicious flavor of the creamy coffee beverage is also a benefit!</span><br /> <b style="background-color: white; font-weight: normal;"><span style="color: #999999;"><br /></span></b> <br /> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.15; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <h4> <span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #999999;">What are the risks?</span></span></h4> </div> <span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; white-space: pre-wrap;">One of the risks that have been identified is that the coffee drink replaces a full meal, so you receive less essential nutrients into your daily diet. Putting butter in your coffee also raises the concern about taking in an excessive amount of saturated fat that has the potential to lead to an increase in cholesterol levels.</span><br /> <span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span> <span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you are having any health issues related to saturated fat, I would strongly suggest not trying the method of putting butter in your coffee. If you are healthy and saturated fat is not a concern of yours, I would still encourage you to do plenty of your own research before deciding if you are going to try it. </span><br /> <span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span> <span style="background-color: white; color: #999999; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; line-height: 1.15; white-space: pre-wrap;">The important thing is to stay healthy. Our bodies are good at reacting negatively if something isn’t working - so pay attention to how you feel!</span><br /> <span style="background-color: white;"><span style="color: #999999;"><br /></span></span> <br /> <div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.15; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> <span style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #999999;">Although it sounds a bit off from the usual cream and sugar, putting butter in your coffee is said to have helped with weight loss and improved morning energy without the side effects of caffeine overloads in the morning. Have you tried putting butter in your coffee? What were your results? </span></span></div> <div> <span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 15px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div>

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Bullet proof Coffee: Butter In Your Coffee: Has Cream Been Replaced?

By now, you have probably heard (or even tried) the popular dietary phenomenon of putting butter in your coffee. I was intrigued by the i...

Bullet proof Hot Chocolate

Fall is here in PA, Winding and chilly at times but, beautiful watching the leaves change colors. I was having a craving for something warm and chocolately. I have been avoiding dairy and avoid artificial flavors like the plague. I have loved the effects of drinking my bullet proof coffee every morning and gave this a go last weekend.  DELICIOUS!!!<br /> <br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQoKFkAiDept47M9TfdxxJXi3OWRsciTPL-4HnXvB4VSYjvZ7IKcOmtEj1kiTRyBZvXx3_bPDar-F37nzbrkIu03nPZ2EDfRScA74qC9kAuzrX8wO3cJBghz2pDT4IiBLAkLjEn3DQaB4z/s1600/hot+cacao.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQoKFkAiDept47M9TfdxxJXi3OWRsciTPL-4HnXvB4VSYjvZ7IKcOmtEj1kiTRyBZvXx3_bPDar-F37nzbrkIu03nPZ2EDfRScA74qC9kAuzrX8wO3cJBghz2pDT4IiBLAkLjEn3DQaB4z/s1600/hot+cacao.jpg" width="480" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> Ingredients:<br /> <br /> 1/2 cup filtered water<br /> 1/2 cup full fat coconut milk<br /> 2 tbsp pastured butter<br /> 2 tbsp raw cacao powder<br /> 1/4 tsp. vanilla extract<br /> dash cinnamon<br /> <br /> <br /> Instructions:<br /> 1. Bring water and coconut to a boil in a small saucepan.<br /> 2. Mix together with the remaining ingredients in a small mixing bowl.<br /> 3. Blend with emersion blender or hand mixer until frothy<br /> 4. Transfer to your favorite mug and ENJOY!<br /> <br /> <br />

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Bullet proof Hot Chocolate

Fall is here in PA, Winding and chilly at times but, beautiful watching the leaves change colors. I was having a craving for something warm ...

BUTTER.... Good for you?? YAY or NAY??

<br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNuUC30VUkval0AWYCMeD-O84mI-vTRUx4aKLOyN9xMF3D4FG7N44ujJQ_zbURSle70LeX_yYPlv6PCZub0t_S8Ntx8HRVsu977LwTlE5mVfl5h7-I5zQAc_XhQeaAKQd2RJJgH2a3MuJT/s1600/butter.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNuUC30VUkval0AWYCMeD-O84mI-vTRUx4aKLOyN9xMF3D4FG7N44ujJQ_zbURSle70LeX_yYPlv6PCZub0t_S8Ntx8HRVsu977LwTlE5mVfl5h7-I5zQAc_XhQeaAKQd2RJJgH2a3MuJT/s400/butter.jpg" /></a></div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <br /></div>  I'm so happy to find out that butter is making a comeback as a "health" food, (grass-fed butter that is) because I love it, we broke up for a while but I made amends and use it in my cooking often. In my home, it is high quality and organic and (usually, except for right this moment while I detox) it goes in everything from oatmeal to fresh tomato sauce to green beans. It makes food taste better and the best part is, it is loaded with health benefits. Here are a few reasons why you should re-introduce real butter into your lifestyle, plus a recipe that might also get your kiddies to eat their vegetables without a fight.<br /> <br /> Butter...<br /> <br /> is rich in fat-soluble vitamins A, E and K2, which puts it in the "super food" category.<br /> contains key health supporting nutrients and minerals including lecithin, selenium, magnesium, zinc, copper and iodine <br /> <br /> contains anti-oxidants that protect against free radical damage and weakening arteries.<br /> <br /> has strong anti-tumor and anti-cancer properties due to its level of saturated fats.<br /> <br /> contains conjugated linoleic acid, which is a potent anti-cancer agent, muscle builder, and immunity booster.<br /> <br /> aids in the absorption of calcium.<br /> <br /> helps prevent tooth decay.<br /> <br /> prevents hardening of the arteries, cataracts, and calcification of the pineal gland.<br /> <br /> may help promote fertility in women.<br /> <br /> is a source of quick energy, and is not stored in the body's adipose tissue.<br /> <br /> helps brain, bones and teeth development in unborn and young children.<br /> <br /> contains Arachidonic Acid (AA), which plays a role in brain function and is a vital component of cell membranes.<br /> <br /> is a great source of the fatty acid butyrate.<br /> <br /> is associated with a lower risk of obesity.<br /> <br /> This is the short list...there are many, many benefits to eating butter. Since America's butter consumption has declined in favor of processed margarine, Alzheimer's, obesity, diabetes, and consequently, heart disease, have sky-rocketed. Plus, new studies show that there is "no association between saturated fat and heart disease." It's something to consider.<br /> <br /> Here is the recipe for your kids' favorite Green Beans:<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC23lNfQ-FruXNUCI6hpOSi1lihKo1HitEHbwpfKkFwVlmzMv4PhzkegeWPDVmd8P18ifX2ObKiDitapdK9X6p8yyJhJKMiXV9weHIm-1sLzf6EGRX_-0HSxR-IK7M4kzqsYqh4BJq_Btw/s1600/green+beans.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC23lNfQ-FruXNUCI6hpOSi1lihKo1HitEHbwpfKkFwVlmzMv4PhzkegeWPDVmd8P18ifX2ObKiDitapdK9X6p8yyJhJKMiXV9weHIm-1sLzf6EGRX_-0HSxR-IK7M4kzqsYqh4BJq_Btw/s1600/green+beans.jpg" width="400" /></a></div> <br /> <br /> Steam a bunch of fresh green beans for three minutes<br /> <br /> Add a tablespoon (or two) of organic "grass-fed" butter (it's the healthiest)<br /> <br /> Add the zest of one organic lemon<br /> <br /> Squeeze the juice of 1-2 lemons<br /> <br /> Sprinkle course sea salt over top<br /> <br /> Replace lid and shake<br /> <br /> I put them in a bowl and place it right in the center of the dinner table. The big guy will start grabbing them before I even sit down. Seriously though, my guests just love them. Adding organic butter along with a variety of other healthy oils and fats into your diet supplies your body with essential fatty acids for longevity, hormone balance, heart health, sharp vision, glowing skin and energy. As is usually the case, with anything this good, the key is moderation.

Butter, good or bad, grass fed butter, green beans, lemon juice, sea salt, vegetables

BUTTER.... Good for you?? YAY or NAY??

 I'm so happy to find out that butter is making a comeback as a "health" food, (grass-fed butter that is) because I love ...