What is “Bulletproof coffee” and is it actually good for you? Bulletproof coffee is touted as a breakfast replacement that supposedly promotes weight loss, suppresses hunger, improves focus and boosts energy. The recipe goes something like this:

• 2 cups of brewed coffee

• 2 tablespoons (minimum) of grass-fed, unsalted butter

• 1 to 2 tablespoons of a special blend of coconut and palm oil

• Mix in a blender until creamy and frothy

To some coffee lovers, the thought of butter in their coffee does not sound appetizing, but to others who are always on the lookout for a quick fix, Bulletproof coffee is becoming quite a craze. But are these health claims fact or fiction?

Multiple studies have proven coffee is great for you. It is packed with thousands of compounds, of which caffeine is only a very small percentage. But there is very limited scientific proof that Bulletproof coffee has any benefits at all.

Other health implications to consider before making this trendy drink a morning staple:

• Bulletproof coffee can add up to 450 calories and 50 grams of fat.

• Butter is high in saturated fat, and this drink can contain more than 100% of your recommended daily allowance. Health experts say too much saturated fat may increase your risk of heart disease and stroke.

• No type of coffee can sufficiently replace all the essential nutrients and vitamins in a balanced breakfast meal.

The bottom line: If it sounds too good to be true, it usually is.

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