Adding one 'simple' ingredient to your morning coffee will help you lose weight

Many Brits love to kick off their day with a steaming cup of , whether it's paired with breakfast, snatched up on the commute or poured into a flask to fuel the day ahead.

After all, it's widely hailed as the perfect morning pick-me-up. And for those on a journey, there's a lot of talk about a simple addition to your morning brew that could aid in shedding pounds.

has been full of videos touting a "weight loss" coffee, which promises noticeable results after just one week, and claims to combat bloating as well. A video by @motivafithub suggests that by mixing a teaspoon each of cinnamon and cocoa powder into your coffee, you can ignite the body's fat-burning capabilities.

The post has captured the attention of many, sparking a flurry of comments. Obviously, a healthy diet is also essential to see real results. One viewer remarked: "So a cafe mocha with cinnamon and no cream!" Another queried: "So cinnamon, cocoa and any coffee will burn fat? Morning or evening?"

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The creator responded, advising that the concoction should be consumed first thing in the morning before eating. Grateful followers also expressed thanks for the easy-to-follow recipe.

What's more, Dr Taz - a board certified medical practitioner, integrative health guru and best-selling author - stands behind the coffee hack. On her , she details how a sprinkle of cinnamon in your morning cuppa can ignite fat-burning, reduce inflammation, and aid in weight loss.

Dr Taz shared: "Adding cinnamon to your morning cup can help reduce hyperglycemia, increase fat burning and decrease inflammation. All of these are incredibly beneficial to speed up your metabolism and help with weight loss.

"Cinnamon is a great addition to any herbal, green, or black tea, as well as coffee."

She also notes that coconut oil is another great addition to aid health. This is because it contains a high ratio of medium chain fatty acids (MCTs), which she describes as a "special kind of fat" that your body metabolises differently. These have also been shown to boost metabolism.