{"id":11044,"date":"2017-02-16T10:17:24","date_gmt":"2017-02-16T10:17:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bulk.com\/uk\/the-core\/?p=11044"},"modified":"2024-11-25T13:39:05","modified_gmt":"2024-11-25T13:39:05","slug":"4-ways-to-supercharge-your-coffee","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bulk.com\/uk\/the-core\/4-ways-to-supercharge-your-coffee\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Ways to Supercharge Your Coffee"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re anything like us, you love a good cup of coffee. First thing in the morning, as a pre-workout fix, or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up, coffee is always there when you need it most.<\/p>\n<p>As admirers of the magnificent bean, we decided to get a little creative, challenging our product team to \u2018pimp up\u2019 a regular cup of Joe, to create a new breed of Supercharged coffee.<\/p>\n<p>Using a selection of our supplements, they have achieved just that, producing 4 variations of coffee that each deliver a myriad of benefits.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s what they created:<\/p>\n<h2>The Fat Fighter<\/h2>\n<p><em>It does what it says on the tin. The addition of two ingredients, Green Coffee Extract and Cinnamon Extract, not only adds a flavour twist but also helps to control blood sugar levels \u2013 which in turn helps to reduce hunger and appetite. If you need a shot of coffee, but you\u2019re watching your waistline, give this a try!<\/em><\/p>\n<p><u>The science<\/u><\/p>\n<p>Green Coffee Extract 400mg \u2013 green coffee extract contains a higher % of Chlorogenic acid. Our Green Coffee Extract contains a huge 50% Chlorogenic Acid. It has long been associated with weight loss and is often included in fat loss products.<\/p>\n<p>Cinnamon Extract 400mg \u2013 cinnamon extract not only provides a nice cinnamon flavour to the coffee, it also helps to control blood sugar levels. This in turn will help to control hunger and appetite, preventing you from overeating.<\/p>\n<p><u>What you\u2019ll need<\/u><\/p>\n<p>1 cup of coffee<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bulk.com\/uk\/sports-nutrition\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Green Coffee Extract<\/a>\u00a0400mg<\/p>\n<p>Cinnamon Extract\u00a0400mg<\/p>\n<h2>The Jetpack<\/h2>\n<p><em>This is the go-to when a simple coffee just isn\u2019t enough. This is coffee with a jetpack \u2013 the sort of jetpack that includes Guarana (providing an extra, natural source of caffeine) and L-Tyrosine, to give your neurotransmitters a bit of a nudge. Down a cup of this for improved mood and focus.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><u>The science<\/u><\/p>\n<p>Guarana 400mg (the contents of one capsule) \u2013 guarana helps to provide an additional, natural source of caffeine to the mix, really supercharging your coffee.<\/p>\n<p>L-Tyrosine 1g \u2013 tyrosine has been associated with the release of neurotransmitters which will help to improve focus. Tyrosine has also been associated with improving general mood.<\/p>\n<p><u>What you\u2019ll need<\/u><\/p>\n<p>1 cup coffee<\/p>\n<p>Guarana\u00a0400mg (the contents of one capsule)<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bulk.com\/uk\/products\/tyrosine\/bpb-ltyr-0000\">L-Tyrosine<\/a>\u00a01g<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bulk.com\/uk\/products\/zero-calorie-syrup\/bpf-zcsy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Zero Calorie Syrup<\/a> \u2013 a flavour of your choice.<\/p>\n<h2>The Bedtime Brew<\/h2>\n<p><em>Reach for the decaf, you\u2019ve pulled! It\u2019s time to hop into bed with this cup of warm z. This is ultimate relaxation in a mug. The additions of Glycine, L-Theanine and L-Tryptophan will \u2018almost certainly\u2019 guarantee you an amazing night of slumber. Make a Bedtime Brew, relax, and drift off to the Land of Bedtime Gains.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><u>The Science<\/u><\/p>\n<p>Glycine 2g \u2013 glycine is associated with improving your sleep quality, which makes it an ideal amino acid to consume pre-bed. Glycine also works as a sugar-free sweetener.<\/p>\n<p>L-Theanine 200mg \u2013 Theanine is often used to improve your ability to relax and put you in a state of calm \u2013 ideal pre-bed.<\/p>\n<p>L-Tryptophan 500mg \u2013 Tryptophan is converted to serotonin in the body which is often referred to as the \u201csleep hormone\u201d<\/p>\n<p><u>What you\u2019ll need<\/u><\/p>\n<p>1 cup decaf coffee<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bulk.com\/uk\/products\/glycine\/bpb-lgly-0000\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Glycine<\/a> 2g<\/p>\n<p>L-Theanine 200mg<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bulk.com\/uk\/products\/tryptophan\/bpb-ltry-0000\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">L-Tryptophan<\/a> 500mg<\/p>\n<h2>The Energiser<\/h2>\n<p><em>This is just the ticket when you need some \u2018oomph\u2019 to get you moving. But it doesn\u2019t stop there, The Energiser will keep you fired up for hours, due to the addition of Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil (thanks MCTs!) and Cacao Liquor Buttons. Not only does this amplify the flavour, but it also boosts vitamin and mineral content too. It\u2019s best to whack this one in a blender for optimum results!<\/em><\/p>\n<p><u>The Science:<\/u><\/p>\n<p>1 tsp Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil \u2013 a great source of fats and more specifically Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCTs).<\/p>\n<p>3-5 Cacao Liquor Buttons \u2013 Cacao Liquor Buttons are also a great source of fats to provide you with a source of energy and suppress appetite. As well as giving the coffee with additional flavour, it also boosts the vitamin and mineral content.<\/p>\n<p><u>What you\u2019ll need<\/u><\/p>\n<p>1 cup coffee<\/p>\n<p>1 tsp <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bulk.com\/uk\/products\/organic-virgin-coconut-oil\/bpf-ovco\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil<\/a><\/p>\n<p>3-5 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bulk.com\/uk\/foods\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Cacao Liquor Buttons<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Each of these creations can be flavoured\/sweetened to taste using ingredients such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Milk (or milk alternative)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"..\/..\/stevia-extract-powder.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Stevia<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Zero Calorie Syrup<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bulk.com\/uk\/products\/liquiflav\/bp-liqu-50ml\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">LiquiFlav\u2122<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>And there you have it \u2013 4 supercharged coffees that are destined to change the world as you know it! Why not give these a try yourself, or better still, why not create your own supercharged coffee and share it tagging #TeamBulk?<\/p>\n<h3>Related articles<\/h3>\n<p>Keen to learn more about fitness and nutrition? We believe that every person, with support, has the right to transform their lives through fitness. That&#8217;s why we&#8217;ve put together of articles with expert advice, all to help you on your fitness journey. 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