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Time of India
02-08-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Rakul Preet Singh starts her day with a steaming cup of ghee coffee. How effective is it for weight loss?
What's the secret to Rakul Preet Singh 's radiant skin and svelte figure? It's none other than ghee coffee , or bulletproof coffee . In a conversation with Shilpa Shetty, the 'De De Pyaar De' star revealed she starts her day with a cup of ghee coffee. 'I put about five to ten grams of ghee in my cup of coffee,' revealed Rakul. 'This meets my fat intake for the day, and after that, I work out,' she told Shetty. What Is Ghee Coffee? Ghee coffee, commonly referred to as bulletproof coffee, is a high-fat beverage that blends freshly brewed coffee with clarified butter (ghee) and sometimes MCT (medium-chain triglyceride) oil. This drink gained popularity within the wellness community, especially among followers of low-carb and ketogenic diets. It was first introduced by Dave Asprey, founder of the Bulletproof Diet, who claimed that this concoction helps improve focus, boost energy, and reduce hunger—particularly when consumed instead of a traditional breakfast. Explore courses from Top Institutes in Please select course: Select a Course Category Artificial Intelligence healthcare others Leadership CXO Digital Marketing Others Management Finance Project Management MCA Product Management Data Science Operations Management Data Science PGDM Design Thinking Public Policy Cybersecurity Degree Healthcare MBA Data Analytics Technology Skills you'll gain: Duration: 7 Months S P Jain Institute of Management and Research CERT-SPJIMR Exec Cert Prog in AI for Biz India Starts on undefined Get Details Asprey also emphasized that his version of coffee was free from mycotoxins—naturally occurring toxic substances produced by molds found in improperly stored food. Though the idea caught on rapidly, nutritional experts and health professionals have mixed opinions on its long-term health effects. What Ghee Coffee Could Do to Your Body Drinking ghee coffee consistently for three months might impact your body in several ways. Ghee, a type of clarified butter rich in saturated fats, is believed to have properties that can support metabolic health . In an interview with the Indian Express , nutritionist and diabetes educator Kanikka Malhotra explained that ghee contains beneficial fatty acids such as conjugated linoleic acid (CLA), which may help reduce body fat and aid in maintaining a healthy weight. Agencies Additionally, ghee is rich in butyrate—a short-chain fatty acid that can nourish the cells of the colon and improve digestive function. When mixed with coffee, the combination may temporarily elevate metabolism, reduce feelings of hunger, and increase energy levels. The MCTs in ghee are quickly digested and converted into energy, which makes this drink appealing to those trying to avoid carbohydrates during breakfast. However, Malhotra cautions that not all ghee is the same. She recommends using ghee made from grass-fed cow's milk for maximum benefits. Importantly, she notes that while ghee coffee can be a useful addition, it should be paired with a balanced diet , regular physical activity, and healthy lifestyle habits. Possible Drawbacks According to Healthline , bulletproof coffee has a few potential downsides. First, if it replaces a typical breakfast, it may significantly reduce your daily intake of essential nutrients. For individuals who consume three meals a day, swapping one meal for ghee coffee could lead to a 30% drop in overall nutrient consumption. Second, while ghee and MCT oil provide fats that generate energy, they lack vitamins, minerals, fiber, and protein. MCT oil, in particular, is highly refined and devoid of essential micronutrients. Bulletproof coffee is also extremely high in saturated fat—a type of fat that continues to be debated within the scientific community for its impact on heart health. Although some recent studies show that low-carb or high-fat diets may lower triglycerides and raise HDL (good) cholesterol, others suggest that frequent intake of saturated fat , especially from butter, can raise LDL (bad) cholesterol levels. In one study involving 94 British adults, daily butter intake significantly increased LDL cholesterol compared to coconut oil or olive oil. Conclusion: A Cautious Approach While ghee coffee may offer short-term benefits like increased satiety and energy, its high saturated fat content and lack of essential nutrients raise concerns if used as a daily meal replacement. Experts recommend using high-quality ingredients and consuming it in moderation. It's best to view ghee coffee as an occasional energy booster rather than a full substitute for a well-rounded breakfast.
Hamilton Spectator
12-05-2025
- Sport
- Hamilton Spectator
‘Maybe my last chance': Andreescu attacks latest comeback with sense of urgency
Bianca Andreescu felt a sense of urgency. After years of battling injuries and attempting comeback after comeback, the 2019 U.S. Open champion knew she needed to make drastic changes to one day return to the top of the tennis world. 'This is in a way maybe my last chance,' she said of her latest return. 'I don't want to waste any time.' Andreescu is enjoying some success on the court again following yet another lengthy absence from the WTA Tour. What began as a short-term break in December stretched into nearly six months off after she underwent emergency appendix surgery in February. Now the 24-year-old from Mississauga, Ont., is back with a whole lot of new — from her racket to her coach to her diet. Antonio Fernandez Cantisano, originally Andreescu's physiotherapist, is her hitting partner and 'all-in-one' coach after a split with J.T. Nishimura. She's also overhauled her nutrition, going gluten- and dairy-free, and embracing elements of bestselling author David Asprey's 'Bulletproof Diet,' including cutting out high-oxalate vegetables like spinach and kale. Another change? She's six months sober, having not had a drop of alcohol since Dec. 14. 'I was never a heavy drinker or anything,' she said in a phone interview from Rome. 'I was always a social drinker, like I'll have a glass of wine here for certain events. 'Something sparked in me, and I said if I really want to come back, I need to come back like full force.' So far, it's paying off. Feeling leaner and rejuvenated, Andreescu defeated two top-20 opponents at the Italian Open — showcasing her power and versatile shotmaking in a first-career victory over 11th seed Elena Rybakina — before falling 7-5, 6-1 to Olympic champion Qinwen Zheng in the fourth round Monday. The encouraging run also came on clay, when most of her success has been on the hard-court surface. Zheng, who fought off two set points from Andreescu in the opening set, won the Paris Olympics on clay last year at Roland-Garros. The top players all return to that venue for the French Open, the season's second Grand Slam, starting May 25. Andreescu couldn't have imagined making these types of sacrifices three years ago, finally of legal drinking age in the U.S., living on her own and eager to experience life on and off the court. She was also a Grand Slam champion at just 19. 'I kind of had this ego around me,' she said. 'Just looking back, there's no chance that I would have done any of this. I thought that being super strict wasn't my thing. 'I was like, 'No, I'm not going to be one of those players, those players are depressing.'' Now that she is one of them, Andreescu feels far from depressed. The former world No. 4 is more confident than ever that she can return to the heights of 2019 — a year that included a Rogers Cup victory over Serena Williams via retirement in Toronto, followed by her breakthrough win in New York over the 23-time Grand Slam champion. Andreescu's ranking is currently No. 121, though she's projected to land around No. 100 after her Rome run. 'I'm really not messing around anymore,' Andreescu said. 'I've never been as committed to my craft as I am now. 'Sometimes us humans need to go through the lowest of the low to really change, and I think going through that surgery and another six months off the tour really led to that.' Andreescu, a mental health advocate, is also returning as an ambassador for Tennis Canada's Mental Timeout initiative in 2025. The program launched in 2022 to promote a healthy tennis environment for Canadians. She has gone 204-105 in her professional career, including an eye-popping 48-7 record in 2019. In the years since, she's left the court regularly to nurse back, shoulder, knee, ankle and foot injuries. At times amid the ups and downs, she admits, her breakout season felt like a distant memory. 'I feel like it was in another lifetime at that point,' she said. 'I believed too much of what other people said. Like, 'She's a one-hit wonder.' 'Oh, she's a fluke, 2019 is the only success she'll ever have.' 'I started to believe those things, but I also felt that in my game as well.' Getting back to that form used to be her 'dream.' Now she calls it a goal. 'Now I know what I can do, and I know that the U.S. Open win wasn't in another lifetime,' she said. 'Instead of looking back and saying, 'Oh, that was so nice,' now I have the narrative, 'Yes, that was nice, but I know I can do it again.' 'It's with that certainty of, yeah, being able to lift that freaking trophy again. I really do believe that.' This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 12, 2025.
