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Coffee calories have jumped nearly 40%. Sugar isn't the biggest culprit

A study of 30,000 Americans found that non-dairy creamer has overtaken sugar and milk as the leading source of added coffee calories, helping drive a nearly…

According to ScienceDaily, a study of 30,000 Americans found that non-dairy creamer has overtaken sugar and milk as the leading source of added coffee calories, helping drive a nearly 40% increase between 2003 and 2018.

Your morning coffee may be packing more calories than you realize, and sugar isn't the biggest reason.

This lifestyle story centres on the United States.

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Lifestyle trends like this can influence everyday choices about health, money, home and family.

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United States · Americas
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Americans
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Lifestyle

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