Brits who love to kick-start their day with a coffee will be excited to find out there's a 'simple' ingredient you can add to the hot drink to lose weight . Whether it's part of your breakfast routine, a quick grab on the way to work, or ensuring your flask is brimming for the day - coffee is often hailed as the perfect morning energiser. For those mindful of their waistline, there's a nifty tip doing the rounds suggesting that adding a tiny yet powerful ingredient to your morning brew could help with fat burning.

The concept of a 'weight loss coffee' has swept through TikTok like wildfire, with users claiming to see significant changes in just a week of consumption and praising its ability to combat bloating. User of the site @motivafithub divulged the straightforward trick – simply mix a teaspoon of cinnamon and one of cocoa powder into your usual coffee. This blend is said to kick-start the fat-burning process thanks to the spice, while the cocoa adds a hint of sweetness.

The post has, unsurprisingly, piqued considerable interest. It's important to note however though that maintaining a balanced diet is essential to truly benefit from this hack. One user commented: "So a cafe mocha with cinnamon and no cream!" While another enquired, "So cinnamon, cocoa and any coffee will burn fat? Morning or evening? The original poster responded, advising that the concoction should be consumed in the morning on an empty stomach.

Followers also expressed gratitude for the easy-to-follo.