{"id":5009,"date":"2023-06-07T12:20:48","date_gmt":"2023-06-07T12:20:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/?p=5009"},"modified":"2023-06-07T12:20:48","modified_gmt":"2023-06-07T12:20:48","slug":"can-you-drink-coffee-while-fasting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/can-you-drink-coffee-while-fasting\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Drink Coffee While Fasting?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_46 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-transparent ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/can-you-drink-coffee-while-fasting\/#Coffee_Is_Not_a_Fast-Breaker_-_So_Can_You_Drink_It_While_Fasting\" title=\"Coffee Is Not a Fast-Breaker \u2013 So Can You Drink It While Fasting?\">Coffee Is Not a Fast-Breaker \u2013 So Can You Drink It While Fasting?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/can-you-drink-coffee-while-fasting\/#How_Caffeine_Affects_Fasting_in_General\" title=\"How Caffeine Affects Fasting in General\">How Caffeine Affects Fasting in General<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/can-you-drink-coffee-while-fasting\/#4_Benefits_of_Coffee_While_Fasting\" title=\"4 Benefits of Coffee While Fasting\">4 Benefits of Coffee While Fasting<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/can-you-drink-coffee-while-fasting\/#Be_Prepared_for_These_Side_Effects\" title=\"Be Prepared for These Side Effects\">Be Prepared for These Side Effects<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/can-you-drink-coffee-while-fasting\/#Tips_on_How_to_Enjoy_Your_Coffee_Without_the_Negative_Side_Effects\" title=\"Tips on How to Enjoy Your Coffee Without the Negative Side Effects\">Tips on How to Enjoy Your Coffee Without the Negative Side Effects<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/can-you-drink-coffee-while-fasting\/#How_to_Make_Your_Coffee_Tastier_Without_Breaking_the_Fast\" title=\"How to Make Your Coffee Tastier Without Breaking the Fast\">How to Make Your Coffee Tastier Without Breaking the Fast<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/can-you-drink-coffee-while-fasting\/#DoFasting_Makes_Fasting_Easy\" title=\"DoFasting Makes Fasting Easy\">DoFasting Makes Fasting Easy<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coffee_Is_Not_a_Fast-Breaker_-_So_Can_You_Drink_It_While_Fasting\"><\/span>Coffee Is Not a Fast-Breaker \u2013 So Can You Drink It While Fasting?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Great news\u2014coffee <strong>does not break a fast<\/strong> as long as it\u2019s black.<\/p>\n<p>A strict intermittent fast banishes all calories, including calorie-containing drinks. In the strictest terms, any number of calories that pass your lips will technically break a fast. However, certain items with very low or zero calories will not compromise a fast.<\/p>\n<p>Black coffee is one such item. It has so few calories that drinking black coffee will not physically impact your fast. With less than <a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/171890\/nutrients\">3 calories<\/a> in one cup, it isn\u2019t enough to trigger a metabolic response. Even a few cups are unlikely to hinder the health benefits of IF.<\/p>\n<p>Black coffee has no carbs, fat, fiber, or sugar. It contains the smallest amount of protein; otherwise, coffee is void of macronutrients. It does contain some essential micronutrients, including calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, and potassium.<\/p>\n<p>Coffee is also incredibly rich in powerful antioxidants, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8912094\/\">polyphenols and hydrocinnamic acids<\/a>. It\u2019s great for boosting your health because these antioxidants fight harmful free radicals, helping protect your body from diseases like cancer.<\/p>\n<p>The unique properties of coffee have several perks for people practicing intermittent fasting. So, drinking black coffee during the fasting window is perfectly acceptable.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n    <div class=\"cta-shortcode__wrap\">\n        <section class=\"cta-shortcode blue\" >\n\n                            <h3>Take a <br \/>\r\n1-minute quiz<\/h3>\n                                        <h5>and discover how much weight you can lose with DoFasting!<\/h5>\n                                        <div class=\"actions two-buttons\">\n                                                                    <a class=\"btn blue\" href=\"https:\/\/new.dofasting.com\/simple?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=blue_blog_post_cta_male\" target=\"_blank\">MALE<\/a>\n                                                                    <a class=\"btn pink\" href=\"https:\/\/new.dofasting.com\/simple?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=blue_blog_post_cta_female\" target=\"_blank\">FEMALE<\/a>\n                                    <\/div>\n                        <img width=\"326\" height=\"446\" src=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mockup-6-new.png\" class=\"cta-img wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mockup-6-new.png 326w, https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mockup-6-new-219x300.png 219w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 326px) 100vw, 326px\" \/>        <\/section>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Caffeine_Affects_Fasting_in_General\"><\/span>How Caffeine Affects Fasting in General<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The caffeine content of coffee varies based on factors like the coffee beans, the roasting process, and the serving size. Most importantly, the coffee type determines the caffeine quantity in your coffee.<\/p>\n<p>Below, you can see how much caffeine is in popular types of coffee per cup:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Brewed: 94.8 mg per cup<\/li>\n<li>Instant: <a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/174130\/nutrients\">61.6 mg<\/a> per cup<\/li>\n<li>Espresso: 63 mg per single shot<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Caffeine is a natural stimulant. Drinking tea, coffee, and other caffeinated beverages increases the activity in your brain and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK519490\/\">central nervous system<\/a>. In turn, it makes you feel more awake and alert, helping to combat fatigue and drowsiness.<\/p>\n<p>Due to these effects, caffeine intake can give you an energy boost\u2014a welcome addition to a lengthy fast. Feeling tired and groggy is expected in the initial days of an intermittent fasting schedule as your body is running on less energy than usual.<\/p>\n<p>Consuming caffeine can help you surpass these early symptoms and make your fast more comfortable. Caffeine can also <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28446037\/\">promote appetite control<\/a>, which is great for <a href=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/how-to-curb-hunger-while-fasting\/\">curbing hunger pangs<\/a> while fasting. Intake may also <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30335479\/\">aid fat burning<\/a> and promote weight loss.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Benefits_of_Coffee_While_Fasting\"><\/span>4 Benefits of Coffee While Fasting<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Aside from promoting weight loss, drinking coffee can support your fasting journey in other ways. There are many benefits of intermittent fasting, like autophagy and boosting brain health. Interestingly, coffee consumption can enhance these purported benefits.<\/p>\n<p>Below, you can discover 4 health benefits of coffee while intermittent fasting.<\/p>\n<h3>1. Increases autophagy<\/h3>\n<p>Drinking coffee during the fasting period can activate autophagy.<\/p>\n<p>Autophagy is the body\u2019s natural process of cleaning up cells. It recycles and removes old and damaged cells to create new, healthier cells. Autophagy occurs when your cells are deprived of nutrients, making fasting one of the most effective strategies to induce it.<\/p>\n<p>Coffee can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4111762\/\">speed up the process<\/a> due to powerful polyphenols. Many people fast for autophagy as it plays an essential role in human health and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6387456\/\">protecting against disease<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Decreases inflammation<\/h3>\n<p>Coffee contains active compounds that have anti-inflammatory effects.<\/p>\n<p>Regular coffee consumption is linked to a reduced risk of health conditions caused by <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28967799\/\">low-grade inflammation<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK493173\/\">Chronic inflammation<\/a> is a driving factor in many chronic diseases, including arthritis, cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular diseases.<\/p>\n<p>Intermittent fasting is already associated with reduced inflammation. Drinking coffee may aid your progress if you are fasting to decrease inflammatory markers, for example, to support <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9228511\/\">chronic pain conditions<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>3. Can keep your brain healthy<\/h3>\n<p>Coffee is great for your brain health because it improves cognitive function by reorganizing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8277884\/\">brain functional connectivity<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>It is linked to improved attention span, better memory, and faster reaction times in cognitive tasks, which is useful when you\u2019re running on no food.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8641656\/\">increased coffee intake<\/a> may slow mental decline. Therefore, coffee may serve as a protective measure against brain diseases, such as Alzheimer&#8217;s disease.<\/p>\n<h3>4. Gives you energy and keeps you alert<\/h3>\n<p>The caffeine content blocks adenosine receptors in the brain\u2014a sleep-promoting chemical. <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/28646346\/\">Adenosine<\/a> builds up throughout the day, and you begin to feel sleepy as it gradually increases. As caffeine blocks these receptors, you remain more awake and alert.<\/p>\n<p>Consuming coffee in the morning is a widespread habit because it gives you an energy boost. Drinking coffee right at the beginning of your intermittent fast will increase your energy levels and fuel your body so that you can power through to your eating window.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Be_Prepared_for_These_Side_Effects\"><\/span>Be Prepared for These Side Effects<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>While coffee boasts impressive health benefits,<strong> too much coffee<\/strong> has adverse effects. Finding a balance between reaping the perks and going overboard is crucial. It\u2019s best to monitor your intake, especially if you are not a regular coffee drinker.<\/p>\n<p>Before you pour that extra cup, consider the following effects:<\/p>\n<h3>Excessive coffee consumption can increase insulin levels<\/h3>\n<p>Your insulin levels may increase if you have too many cups of coffee.<\/p>\n<p>During a fast, your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8970877\/\">insulin levels drop<\/a>. This allows your body to move into fat-burning mode as it starts burning body fat. When your insulin levels rise, usually with the reintroduction of food and calories, you risk breaking your fast as the fat-burning process shuts down.<\/p>\n<h3>Coffee can affect your sleep quality<\/h3>\n<p>Coffee is a stimulant that can disrupt your sleep patterns. Research suggests caffeine just <a href=\"https:\/\/jcsm.aasm.org\/doi\/10.5664\/jcsm.3170\">6 hours before bed<\/a> can significantly impair sleep. It\u2019s best to avoid drinking coffee in the late afternoon and evening to maintain good sleep hygiene.<\/p>\n<p>Poor sleep can negatively impact your intermittent fasting journey and your overall well-being. It can also affect weight loss interventions, as sleep restriction <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC9031614\/\">increases hunger and appetite<\/a>. This makes it difficult to sustain your willpower during a fast.<\/p>\n<h3>Coffee can cause jitters and a drop in energy levels<\/h3>\n<p>Caffeine stimulates the central nervous system, and high doses can cause jitters, rapid heart rate, high blood pressure, and anxiety. That\u2019s because caffeine generates the release of the <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/35947834\/\">adrenaline hormone<\/a>, activating your body\u2019s fight-or-flight response.<\/p>\n<p>While caffeine can make you feel energized, it\u2019s common to experience a caffeine crash that leaves you with fatigue once the effects wear off. This can hinder your intermittent fasting progress as you might feel tired and less able to continue with food abstinence.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_on_How_to_Enjoy_Your_Coffee_Without_the_Negative_Side_Effects\"><\/span>Tips on How to Enjoy Your Coffee Without the Negative Side Effects<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you want to drink coffee while intermittent fasting, you need to know how to avoid the negative side effects of caffeine. You can take a few preventative measures before overindulging in the world\u2019s favorite beverage.<\/p>\n<p>Here are 4 top tips to try:<\/p>\n<h3>Stay hydrated<\/h3>\n<p>While you can\u2019t flush caffeine from your system, keeping yourself hydrated can decrease the effects. Sometimes dehydration enhances some of the effects, like headaches and jitters. Drinking plenty of water will help mitigate these nasty symptoms.<\/p>\n<p>To stay hydrated, you could try drinking a glass of water with every cup of coffee you have. You should aim to drink fluids regularly throughout the day. The general recommendation for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nationalacademies.org\/news\/2004\/02\/report-sets-dietary-intake-levels-for-water-salt-and-potassium-to-maintain-health-and-reduce-chronic-disease-risk\">daily water intake<\/a> is 3.7 liters for men and 2.7 liters for women.<\/p>\n<h3>Keep your coffee intake moderate<\/h3>\n<p>Moderation is vital when drinking tea, coffee, and other caffeinated drinks. The FDA recommends consuming no more than <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fda.gov\/consumers\/consumer-updates\/spilling-beans-how-much-caffeine-too-much\">400 milligrams<\/a> of caffeine per day (about 4 cups of coffee). This is considered a safe dose to prevent adverse side effects.<\/p>\n<p>People metabolize coffee differently. Some might tolerate more, while others need less caffeine. You can moderate your intake by keeping track of how many cups you have, allocating specific times of the day to drink coffee, and limiting daily intake.<\/p>\n<h3>Keep intervals between your cups<\/h3>\n<p>It can be easy to drink copious amounts of coffee when you\u2019re feeling tired. However, you need to control your coffee intake to reduce the chances of side effects. Organizing a coffee break can help keep intervals between your cups to prevent overdose.<\/p>\n<h3>Try decaffeinated coffee<\/h3>\n<p>Contrary to popular belief, decaffeinated coffee still contains a small amount of caffeine. A cup of decaffeinated coffee has <a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/171889\/nutrients\">2.37 milligrams<\/a> of caffeine. However, swapping a strong coffee for decaf can give you many of the same benefits without the side effects.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n    <div class=\"cta-shortcode__wrap\">\n        <section class=\"cta-shortcode blue\" >\n\n                            <h3>Take a <br \/>\r\n1-minute quiz<\/h3>\n                                        <h5>and discover how much weight you can lose with DoFasting!<\/h5>\n                                        <div class=\"actions two-buttons\">\n                                                                    <a class=\"btn blue\" href=\"https:\/\/new.dofasting.com\/simple?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=blue_blog_post_cta_male\" target=\"_blank\">MALE<\/a>\n                                                                    <a class=\"btn pink\" href=\"https:\/\/new.dofasting.com\/simple?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=blue_blog_post_cta_female\" target=\"_blank\">FEMALE<\/a>\n                                    <\/div>\n                        <img width=\"326\" height=\"446\" src=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mockup-6-new.png\" class=\"cta-img wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mockup-6-new.png 326w, https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mockup-6-new-219x300.png 219w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 326px) 100vw, 326px\" \/>        <\/section>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Make_Your_Coffee_Tastier_Without_Breaking_the_Fast\"><\/span>How to Make Your Coffee Tastier Without Breaking the Fast<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>People who drink black coffee appreciate its rich, aromatic flavor. However, those who ordinarily drink milky, sugary coffee might find black coffee bitter. It\u2019s not for everybody, but fortunately, there are some ways to alter the taste without breaking your fast.<\/p>\n<p>You can try adding the following ingredients:<\/p>\n<h3>Spices<\/h3>\n<p>Spices add flavor to water, tea, and coffee. They are very low in calories and macronutrients. The calorie count is negligible as you only use a small amount, typically no more than a dash. Although low in macros, spices are nutritional powerhouses.<\/p>\n<p>Some of the best spices to upgrade your coffee and boost your health are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Cardamon<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Cinnamon<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Ginger<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">Turmeric<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Zero-calorie sweeteners (keep it natural)<\/h3>\n<p>If you want to sweeten your coffee without using sugar, natural sweeteners with zero calories are the best choice. Natural sweeteners, like stevia and monk fruit, will not negatively affect your blood glucose levels or activate your digestive system.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/170679\/nutrients\">Stevia<\/a> has no calories or carbohydrates. You can add stevia to your coffee to relieve sugar cravings without breaking your fast. <a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/1103941\/nutrients\">Monk fruit<\/a> is another natural sweetener that won\u2019t raise your blood sugar levels. It contains no calories, carbs, fat, or sugar.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s best to avoid artificial sweeteners during intermittent fasting as they can spike your blood sugar and break your fast. Examples include sucralose and aspartame.<\/p>\n<h3>Almond milk<\/h3>\n<p>Almond milk provides a nutty flavor to coffee. As it does contain calories, you must only consume it in small quantities. If you follow a modified fasting approach, the general rule is that you can remain in the fasted state if your caloric intake is under 50.<\/p>\n<p>One cup of unsweetened almond milk has just under <a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/174832\/nutrients\">40 calories<\/a>. If you include the few calories from your coffee, you can consume up to a cup without exceeding your calorie budget. Add too much, however, and you will quickly end your fast.<\/p>\n<h3>Coconut oil<\/h3>\n<p>Adding a little coconut oil to your coffee will technically break your fast, but it won\u2019t completely sabotage the benefits of intermittent fasting. However, it is very high in calories, so you should only use a small amount.<\/p>\n<p>Coconut oil contains healthy fats and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC7050425\/\">medium-chain triglycerides<\/a> that stimulate ketone production. If you are fasting for ketosis\u2014the process where the body breaks down fats for energy\u2014 it is a keto-friendly option that can help you reach your weight loss goals.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The high-fat content boosts your energy levels and promotes satiety. Many people add coconut or MCT oil to bulletproof coffee alongside grass-fed butter.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"DoFasting_Makes_Fasting_Easy\"><\/span>DoFasting Makes Fasting Easy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You now know that black coffee is safe to drink while fasting, but you might still have other intermittent fasting questions. If so, you can learn everything you need to know from <a href=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/\">DoFasting<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The DoFasting app is a great resource, whether you\u2019re fasting for weight loss, gut rest, metabolic health, or improved insulin sensitivity. It includes all the tools you need while practicing intermittent fasting to improve your overall health, and it\u2019s all in one place.<\/p>\n<p>Educational content, workout routines, thousands of recipes, and different fasting modes allow you to get the most from your chosen plan. It doesn\u2019t matter if you\u2019re a beginner or an expert, the DoFasting app will keep you motivated and always on track.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\n    <div class=\"cta-shortcode__wrap\">\n        <section class=\"cta-shortcode blue\" >\n\n                            <h3>Take a <br \/>\r\n1-minute quiz<\/h3>\n                                        <h5>and discover how much weight you can lose with DoFasting!<\/h5>\n                                        <div class=\"actions two-buttons\">\n                                                                    <a class=\"btn blue\" href=\"https:\/\/new.dofasting.com\/simple?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=blue_blog_post_cta_male\" target=\"_blank\">MALE<\/a>\n                                                                    <a class=\"btn pink\" href=\"https:\/\/new.dofasting.com\/simple?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=blue_blog_post_cta_female\" target=\"_blank\">FEMALE<\/a>\n                                    <\/div>\n                        <img width=\"326\" height=\"446\" src=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mockup-6-new.png\" class=\"cta-img wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" decoding=\"async\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mockup-6-new.png 326w, https:\/\/dofasting.com\/blog\/app\/uploads\/2022\/11\/mockup-6-new-219x300.png 219w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 326px) 100vw, 326px\" \/>        <\/section>\n    <\/div>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Can You Drink Coffee While Fasting: The Key Takeaways<\/h2>\n<p>You can absolutely drink coffee while intermittent fasting. The only catch is that it must be black coffee, free from ingredients such as milk, cream, and sugar that will break your fast. Save your flavored coffee and high-calorie additives to enjoy in the eating window.<\/p>\n<p>A cup of this antioxidant-rich, virtually calorie-free drink in your fasting window has multiple perks.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Coffee Is Not a Fast-Breaker \u2013 So Can You Drink It While Fasting? Great news\u2014coffee does not break a fast as long as it\u2019s black. A strict intermittent fast banishes all calories, including calorie-containing drinks. In the strictest terms, any number of calories that pass your lips will technically break a fast. 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