05/11/2026
Can you lose weight and still have your daily cappuccino? Yes, darling, you can. ☕
Our lovely Gen knew exactly what she wanted to keep. She loved her coffee, more especially her daily cappuccino. And there she is, holding her board with that unmistakable grin. From 92 kg to 65,8 kg. That’s 26,2 kg down, with her favourite cuppa still part of her day. 💚
So how does that work? Weight loss happens when, over time, your body uses more energy than you take in from food and drinks. A cappuccino counts towards that total, and there’s room to decide how you like yours.
If it’s the frothy milk you love and you barely notice the syrup, try it without.
If you love your coffee exactly as it comes, keep it and look at the rest of your day. Start with a change you’d happily keep making.
At home, dish up from the same pot. If it’s chicken curry tonight, sit down and enjoy it with your family. When you dish up, take a look at what lands on your plate. If it’s mostly rice and gravy, give yourself a good helping of chicken and add some veg alongside it. The chicken gives you protein, the veg adds fibre, and you still get to enjoy your rice should you wish .
When the dinner invite comes, say yes. Have a look at the menu beforehand and pick something you’ll look forward to. Fancy the steak and chips? Enjoy them. If the portions are generous, share the chips and order a side of veg. And if you’re unsure, send us the menu. That’s the kind of thing we love helping with in club.
If you catch yourself saying “I’ve been naughty”, get curious. “I had biscuits with my afternoon coffee” gives us something we can actually talk about. Were you hungry because lunch was rushed? Or was it your favourite biscuit and you enjoyed it? Those are two different experiences. One might call for a more filling lunch. The other might simply have been a lovely biscuit.
And after a birthday braai? Have your usual breakfast the next morning. One celebration is one meal. Getting back to your routine can be as ordinary as packing tomorrow’s lunch while the kettle boils.
So tell us, what’s your version of Gen’s cappuccino? Message us at AIP Nutrition Hillcrest to book your free wellness evaluation. Come tell us what you’d love to keep, and we’ll help you find one habit you feel ready to change. 💚
Genevieve Gisela Meintjes
