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If you’re a daily coffee drinker looking to add a boost to your beverage or you’re on a ketogenic diet and looking for supplements that can enhance your keto experience, these supplements are sure to give your body extra energy to kickstart your day.

1. Collagen Peptides Powder

Collagen is the most plentiful protein in the body and can be found in muscles, skin, blood, bones, cartilage, and ligaments. There are many benefits to adding collagen to a healthy diet. It has been known to slow and even reverse aging, improve digestive health, helps burn fat, and may even help to ease joint pain.

The best part about collagen powder is that it is flavorless, so you can reap the benefits without affecting the taste of your favorite coffee.

2. MCT Oil, Coconut Oilr

MCT oil comes from fractionating coconut or palm kernel oil and it has gained popularity in recent years due to increased research in saturated fats [1]. MCT oil breaks down in our bodies differently than other fats and the result is a quick energy source that is less likely to be stored as fast in the body resulting in weight gain. A study has shown that MCT oil enhances endurance and increases metabolism. [2]

With more people exploring the health benefits of a ketogenic diet, adding coconut oil or MCT oil to coffee has become the latest craze. The benefits of MCT oil are plentiful: increased energy, improved thinking, better digestion, and healthy weight management. [3]

The subtle sweet flavor from coconut oil lightly flavors coffee with the added benefits of MCT oil. For maximum benefit, add pure MCT oil or MCT powder to your coffee to keep you energized all day long.

3. Ghee

Most people would not ever consider adding butter to their coffee but clarified butter has been making its way into brews more and more frequently. Ghee is made by boiling butter into liquid fats and mild solids and then separating out the milk. Because of this it is lower in lactose than regular butter. Grass-fed ghee has been shown to have more nutrients than conventional ghee and can kickstart weight loss even faster than its conventional counterpart.

Conveniently, a tablespoon of ghee can be added alongside MCT oil in your coffee for an extra added boost of long-term energy.

4. Maca Powder

Peruvian maca root is a cruciferous vegetable grown in the Andes mountains. Along with increasing libido and fertility, the maca root is known for improving mood, energy, and memory.  [4]

5. Powdered Keto Creamer

Keto creamer is a coffee enhancer that adds a rich, creamy flavor to your coffee without added unnecessary calories or carbs. Adding this Keto creamer to your coffee will allow to you to get the benefits of MCT oil with the added bonus of saffron extract which has been known to support appetite control and may also decrease fatigue during exercise.

7. Golden Milk

Golden milk is the mother of all elixirs. Imagine all the health benefits of turmeric combined with black pepper, an adaptogen, spices loaded with amazing health benefits, MCT oil, and ginger all mixed together in your morning coffee.

The taste is amazing and the benefits are as well! Among other things, this healing elixir offers anti-inflammatory properties, boosts your immune system, and promotes healthy digestion. Spice up your coffee with this tonic and you will be feeling great throughout the day.

8. Medicinal Mushrooms Powder

Add a rich earthy flavor to your coffee and reap the benefits of centuries of Traditional Chinese Medicine with mushroom powder (yes, mushrooms!) Mushroom powder has been making its way into all sorts of supplements from immune boosters to pre-workouts.

The 5-Defenders blend offers Reishi, Shiitake, Maitake, and Turkey Tail mushrooms. Reishi mushrooms are getting more attention recently for their ‘adaptogenic’ properties. They support overall health because of their role in immune function and high antioxidant benefits. Cordyceps-M offers the energy boosting properties of Cordyceps militaris mushrooms which also increases stamina throughout the day.

9.  CBD Oil

CBD oil has gained popularity in the past couple of years for its seemingly endless list of benefits. Along with pain and anxiety relief, CBD oil has been shown to inhibit cell growth in cancerous cells and reduce the risk of developing diabetes. [5] [6] Add a few drops in your coffee daily to reap the numerous benefits of this wonder oil.

Liposomal CBD vs Oil

Liposomes are very similar to structures that the body naturally produces called vesicles. They are double-layer, liquid-filled bubbles made from phospholipids. These spheres, in this case, are filled with CBD and are transported swiftly into the body. They promote intestinal lymphatic system uptake, feeding CBD directly into the immune system, then blood, avoiding elimination by the liver. Read more about it here.

Food-independent absorption
Liposomal CBD oil arriving at the gut is in a ready-to-absorb, bioavailable form with or without food intake. Rapid uptake results in fast, predictable outcome and excellent value for money.

10.  MCT Oil Powder with Prebiotic Acacia Fiber

Add a smooth and creamy texture to your favorite coffee with the added benefit of MCT oil and fiber. Acacia fiber aids in the growth of beneficial bacteria in the gut as well as supporting weight management and adding much-needed fiber to your diet.

11. Ashwagandha Powder

Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic herb used in Ayurveda practice for many conditions — mainly for its ability to reduce stress. Along with that it is known to support liver function, help with chronic insomnia, and increase libido. Ashwagandha is also known to reduce blood sugar levels which makes it an excellent addition to a ketogenic diet. Add this to your coffee to help with stress throughout the day, though it is advised to test your dosages ahead of time as the calming effects of this powerful supplement may cause drowsiness.

12. Lakanto Monkfruit Sugar Substitute

Monk fruit extract is up to 200 times sweeter than sugar but the extract contains zero calories, zero carbohydrates, zero sodium, and zero fat, which makes it perfect for a low carb ketogenic lifestyle. If you are looking to add a little sweetness to your coffee without any added calories, then Lakanto natural sugar substitute is perfect for you!

13. BaristaBoost – Premium Superfood for Coffee

BaristaBoost combines many of the above-mentioned products with a flavor and creaminess specifically designed for coffee. With added protein, collagen, cinnamon, and stevia sweetener, this addition to your coffee will enhance yours it with flavor and sweetness without any added carbs, sugars, or unnecessary calories.  Barista Boost is the perfect way to start your day!

Over to you. What are your favorite alternatives to creamer to enhance your morning coffee?

[1] https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/5-studies-on-saturated-fat
[2] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5805166/
[3] https://yourlifestyleoptions.com/mct-oil-healthy-benefits/
[4] https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322511.php
[5] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5009497/
[6] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2270485/