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Are protein coffees good?

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Protein coffees are popular and marketed as beneficial, but dieticians say most people overestimate their protein needs and the health benefits are likely minimal.

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Coffee chains look to cash in on protein’s popularity

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  • Coffee chains like Starbucks and Tim Hortons are offering high-protein drinks. 4s
  • These protein drinks typically cost more than regular options. 18s
  • The protein market is valued at $2 billion and is growing by about 7% annually. 34s
  • Experts say consumer demand is influenced by marketing and social media, often leading to overestimation of protein needs. 59s
  • Health professionals suggest extra protein in coffee has little impact on most people's health. 1m 36s
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Coffee chains look to cash in on protein’s popularity
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CBC News
11 hours ago
Coffee chains look to cash in on protein’s popularity

Dieticians caution that the health benefits of extra protein in coffee are likely minimal for most people.

Coffee chains look to cash in on protein’s popularity
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CBC News
11 hours ago
Coffee chains look to cash in on protein’s popularity

The protein market is growing, but consumer interest may be driven more by marketing than actual health needs.

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