Weekly Dietitian Tip: Heathier Peppermint Mocha
Bolthouse Farms is a brand I recommend a lot when it comes to salad dressings, but they also have healthier versions of holiday drinks!
A “short” size at Starbucks provides 8 oz, or, 1 cup. A short peppermint mocha from Starbucks provides: 270 calories, 11 grams of total fat, and 37 grams of added sugar. It is worth noting that most people will order a “grande”, or “venti”, which would double and triple the nutrition information, respectively.
The Bolthouse Farms peppermint mocha provides the following nutrition for 1 cup: 130 calories, 2.5 grams of total fat, and 12 grams of added sugar.
Remember to always read nutrition labels and drink calories sparingly.
Happy Holidays!
~Kaylee Brown, CHFC Registered Dietitian
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