7 Starbucks Holiday Hacks to Prevent the Sugar Crash (and the January Regret)

Not to be dramatic, but Starbucks holiday drinks are basically sugar in a Santa cup. 🎄 In this episode, Stephanie breaks down her 7 best hacks to enjoy your festive drinks without sending your blood sugar into chaos. You’ll learn exactly how to order smarter — from cutting syrups to swapping milk — and even how to make your own blood-sugar-friendly version at home.

Because joy is the goal — not glucose spikes.

Timestamps:

00:00 – Intro: Why Starbucks holiday drinks can derail your progress

01:12 – Hack #1: Downsize your drink (Tall > Grande)

02:05 – Hack #2: Skip the whipped cream

02:38 – Hack #3: Choose a better milk (half & half > oat milk)

04:04 – Hack #4: Reduce the syrup pumps

05:26 – Hack #5: Build your drink in the app

06:52 – Hack #6: Stephanie’s go-to zero-sugar Starbucks order

08:45 – Hack #7: DIY pumpkin spice latte at home

10:32 – Final thoughts: Joy without the crash

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⚠️ Disclaimer:

I’m not a doctor, and this podcast is for educational purposes only. Always consult your physician before making any health or nutrition changes.