Drink black coffee, lose weight

How enjoying a morning cup of joe can help you burn calories.

By Kathryn Dorrell

This story was originally titled "Java Jolt" in the October 2009 issue. Subscribe to Canadian Living today and never miss an issue!

Giving your metabolism a little jolt is as simple as having a cup of joe in the morning – provided you drink it without milk or sugar. A study in the journal Metabolism says that the caffeine in two cups of coffee can result in a 66 kilogram (145-pound) woman burning up to 50 extra calories over four hours.

How does it work
? Caffeine stimulates your nervous system, telling your body to release a bit of energy from its fat stores. Just don't add milk, cream or sugar; that can cause insulin levels to rise, diminishing the desired effect on your metabolism.


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