Excessive consumption of iced lattes can have unintended health effects. Gin Stephens shared that drinking lattes frequently contributed to significant weight gain, especially around the abdominal area, due to the hidden calories in the beverages. This habit developed when she started using a machine that made it convenient to prepare lattes, leading to her consuming them all day long. Hazel Matic similarly mentioned gaining weight from her iced latte habit before having children, attributing it to the chemical additives in the drinks.

The conversation highlighted the emotional tie people often have with such beverages, which can complicate recognizing their impact on health 1 .