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Nutrition's Lindsay Malone discusses Starbucks protein drinks

Media | October 10, 2025 | Story by: Editorial Staff

We asked 3 dietitians about the Starbucks protein drinks, and they all said the same thing

Verywell Health: Lindsay Malone, instructor of nutrition, said adding protein to coffee can help people feel full longer and reduce blood sugar spikes from sweetened drinks. Still, she and other dietitians cautioned that Starbucks’ new protein drinks contain too much added sugar to be considered truly healthy.