Relaxation, energy-boosting, heart-healthy. If you need those three in a cup, you need to try matcha! Matcha is a type of green tea that originated in Japan centuries ago! It has many health benefits and continues to grow in popularity worldwide, especially with coffee drinkers! What Is Matcha? Matcha is made by grinding green tea leaves into powder and then whisking it with hot … [Read more...] about What Is Matcha? Health Benefits, Starbucks vs. Dunkin
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Iced Pineapple Matcha Latte Review
Healthy, energy-boosting, and a mighty hit of ginger! Wait, I thought this was an iced pineapple matcha latte review? Here in the northeast, iced matcha lattes have become increasingly popular as the outside weather turns up the heat. The refreshingly green appearance and the thought of pineapple in a matcha latte is a refreshing thought, with tropical vibes! Ginger Kills the Tropical … [Read more...] about Iced Pineapple Matcha Latte Review
Dunkin’ Blueberry Iced Matcha Latte Review
Blueberry flavors mean plentiful sunshine, hot summer days ahead, and the increased craving for refreshing iced or frozen fruit-flavored coffee drinks. If you are looking to boost energy and stay refreshed this summer, you need to try one of Dunkin’s newest Blueberry Iced Matcha Lattes. To learn more about how this drink stacks up, read our Dunkin' Blueberry Matcha Latte review. The … [Read more...] about Dunkin’ Blueberry Iced Matcha Latte Review
Dalgona Coffee Recipe
Chances are you’ve heard of dalgona coffee by now—the recipe is one of the most sought-after iced coffee recipes on the internet today, averaging more than 34,000 Google searches per month. We thought we would give it a try and find out what the hype is all about—whipped coffee style. What Is Dalgona Coffee? Known as the “quarantine coffee drink,” the dalgona iced coffee recipe became a … [Read more...] about Dalgona Coffee Recipe
3 Delicious Smoothies For Weight Loss
One of the best ways to lose weight is to incorporate more healthy smoothies into your diet. This article will outline 3 delicious smoothies for weight loss. These smoothies are delicious, nutrient-dense drinks packed full of protein, healthy fats, vitamins, and fiber. Why Smoothies for Weight Loss? The multi-billion dollar global diet industry feeds off people's failure to lose … [Read more...] about 3 Delicious Smoothies For Weight Loss
Can You Add Coffee Grounds In Your Garden?
Fact or fiction: Can you add coffee grounds in your garden? And should it be used coffee grounds or unused? Turns out this is a tough one to answer. For the compost bin You need both brown compost material (dry leaves and newspapers) and green compost material (food scraps, grass clippings, used coffee grounds and used paper coffee filters). There should be a 4-to-1 ration of brown and green … [Read more...] about Can You Add Coffee Grounds In Your Garden?
Salt In Your Coffee and Other Sugar Substitutes
Put a Little Salt in It Looking for that little extra something to liven up your morning coffee? We’ve got some ideas for you. You probably already have these ingredients in your cupboard, and many will add minimal calories or no calories. (Okay, some will add a bit more, but there are days when you just need a special treat.) Salt In Your Coffee Add a pinch of salt to neutralize the … [Read more...] about Salt In Your Coffee and Other Sugar Substitutes
Why You Should Recycle Coffee Pods and K-Cups
Coffee Pod Guilt You can’t beat the convenience of single-serve coffee makers—but the environmental cost of these machines is real. Standard pods are not biodegradable and end up in landfills and rivers, and eventually lakes and oceans. The plastic breaks into small pieces that can choke and kill wildlife. Coffee pods have been around since the late ’80s (think Nespresso) and started … [Read more...] about Why You Should Recycle Coffee Pods and K-Cups