For some time now, I’ve been starting every morning not with breakfast but with butter, also known as “bulletproof coffee” (Bulletproof Coffee).

“Sorry, what?! – you ask. “Coffee with butter?”

I know it sounds weird. According to scientists and my own experience, a new way to drink coffee increases concentration and appetite control and promotes digestion. It gives you energy for the whole day, especially if you drink it before meals. When you don’t feel like eating but need to recharge, coffee with butter is the very thing.

Coffee with butter is not just another healthy lifestyle trend but a scientifically proven formula. Such a drink saturates well, speeds up metabolism and relieves hunger for several hours.

What is Grass-Fed Butter?

Grass-Fed butter is made from the milk of cows fed only grass, not soy or corn. Due to this, there are no harmful fats in butter, and it helps to normalize cholesterol levels.

I make my version of butter coffee first thing in the morning, then go to yoga or use the energy of this magical drink to be productive. As a rule, this drink saturates for 2-3 hours – just before a late breakfast or early lunch. For some Bulletproof fans, the buttery drink replaces breakfast completely, which is perfectly acceptable from a nutritionist’s point of view.

Grass-Fed oil has the following health benefits.

It contains conjugated linoleic acid, a healthy fat that helps regulate cholesterol levels and high blood pressure and helps reduce body fat. This acid improves brain function and reduces the risk of developing nervous diseases.
It contains the optimal proportion of omega-6 to omega-3 amino acids, which helps to strengthen the body at the cellular level and reduce internal inflammation.
It improves metabolism and digestion and accustoms your body to burn excess fat.
It contains vitamins D and K2, which strengthen bones and teeth.

Here is my Bulletproof Coffee recipe.

Butter Coffee Recipe for Energy and Healthy Hormones

To make Bulletproof Coffee, you will need the following:

1) a large cup of freshly brewed black coffee;

2) 1 tablespoon of unsalted grass-fed butter or ghee (you can start with a teaspoon and gradually increase the amount). For a vegan version, you can omit the grass-fed butter and add just the coconut oil;

3) 1 teaspoon of coconut oil or MCT Oil – a natural supplement of coconut oil fatty acids that improve cognitive function.

Additionally, you can add the following superfoods:

1 serving Collagen – an excellent source of easily digestible protein (for elastic, radiant skin and strong nails, healthy intestines and strong joints);
1/2 teaspoon ashwagandha or maca (to balance hormones)
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (balances blood sugar levels, improves metabolism and reduces appetite).

All ingredients are whipped in a blender or shaker.

The result is a cup of frothy, unexpectedly sweet coffee that resembles a frappuccino. Given the delicate taste of the drink and its incredible surge of energy, it will be challenging to return to regular black coffee after just one cup of coffee with butter.

Try putting aside the weirdness of mixing oil and coffee and give this magical drink a try!