Sadly, Starbucks' coffee drinks aren't always synonymous with a healthy start to your day, or a solid afternoon pick-me-up, either. Getting a daily dose of caffeine without overdoing it is already tough as is, but when you consider what health experts suggest is a "healthy" amount of coffee — just a single, solitary cup of regular Joe at breakfast with a splash of skim milk, per new federal dietary recommendations — you may feel hopeless. But don't cry over spilled iced lattés (or macchiatos!) just yet.

The Starbucks' menu can feel endless; like you'll need a codex to choose something deliciously exciting without chugging more than an entire day's worth of sugar (it's possible, even our pros have been there). That why we did the hard work for you, having spent hours poring over Starbucks' many, many coffee and tea beverages to find those that are low in sugar, saturated fat and calories, if that's why you're looking for. Some of the healthiest Starbucks drinks can even fit into vegan and keto diets, too, if that sounds like you!

• Each of the beverages below has been reviewed using nutritional information provided for grande-sized orders, the chain's medium (16oz) offering.
• Using our tips and tricks, you should be able to craft an even better better-for-you drink.
• Each drink can be ordered hot or iced, despite our initial suggestion, and should remain mostly uniform in nutrition value.
• Stefani Sassos, MS, RD, CDN, deputy director of the Good Housekeeping Institute Nutrition Lab and Good Housekeeping's registered dietitian, has even shared a few of her personal Starbs orders.

Editor's note: Weight loss, health and body image are complex subjects — before deciding to go on a diet, we invite you gain a broader perspective by reading our exploration into the hazards of diet culture.

We're spelling out any special ordering instructions for you to give with baristas; just be sure to follow them to a tee! Going for a smaller "tall" drink is always a good idea, but if you're interested in upsizing, check out Starbucks' interactive nutrition features on its site or app — or consult a master list of nutritionals right here. Follow along as we share the healthiest Starbucks coffees and teas you can feel great about, plus tips and tricks for making any Starbucks order that much better for you.

*Indicates major alterations to the order result in varying nutrition values.

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Cozy season calls for a steamy cup of chai tea! This spice-forward beverage is delicious with or without milk, although we recommend adding a bit of milk for some protein. Skip the sweeteners for a sugar-free option.

How to order: As is or with your preferred milk.

Calories: 0 Sugar: 0g Fat: 0g

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Green tea lovers, here's a newbie for you to fall in love with! It's brimming with notes of lemon verbena, lemongrass and a smidge of spearmint. You'll get all the antioxidant-packed goodness of this green brew with bonus flavor. Pro-tip: green tea is ideal sans milk.

How to order: As is or with a little honey.

Calories: 0 Sugar: 0g Fat: 0g

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Consider this the good-for-you version of the beloved "pink drink." It's unsweetened and gets its pretty color from hibiscus, an eye-popping edible flower with a tangy flavor. You'll also get hints of lemongrass and apple in each sip.

How to order: As is.

Calories: 0 Sugar: 0g Fat: 0g

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Our nutritionist says you may reduce saturated fat and sugar counts by asking for skim milk or almond milk instead, but unless you're dairy-free, you should feel great about getting some protein from cow's milk.

How to order: Ask for 1-2 shots of mocha syrup instead of 3.

Calories: 170 Sugar: 15g Total Fat: 1.5g

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A Starbucks' misto uses less milk than a standard latté, so you can focus on that caffeine buzz you're searching for. Swapping for alt milk here will reduce sugar and calorie counts overall, but unless you're dairy-free, regular milk is a perfectly fine option that delivers protein and other vitamins and minerals.

How to order: No 2% milk; sub almond milk. Optionally; add 1 pump sugar-free syrup of your choice.

Calories: 110 Sugar: 10g Total Fat: 4g

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You'll need to hack this espresso's milk and flavorings in order to get both fat and sugar below 10g, respectively. Swapping to soy milk, for example, will bring total fat to 5g, and sugar to 10g.

How to order: No whole milk; sub almond or soy milk, per preference.

Calories: 220 Sugar: 17g Total Fat: 11g

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This concoction is a menu fave, and the espresso base means you're already getting a full-flavored sip. Just ask for a small tweak to enjoy this aromatic drink with less sugar overall.

How to order: Sub 2 pumps brown sugar syrup.

Calories: 120 Sugar: 13g Total Fat: 3g

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Americanos are far from boring — the espresso base creates a rich crema that you'll love sipping on first thing in the A.M. Plus, the base is devoid of sugar.

How to order: Optionally; add milk, soy, almond, or oat milk if desired, alongside 1-2 pumps of sugar-free syrup of your choice.

Calories: 15 Sugar: 0g Total Fat: 0g

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The macchiato gets a bad sugary rep because baristas add caramel syrups and sugary drizzles, too. You'll need to swap to sugar-free syrup here to enjoy a macchiato that's closer to 10g sugar total. Swapping the full-fat whole milk will also bring sugar counts down, too, as well as saturated fat levels.

How to order: No whole milk; sub soy, almond, or oat milk. No vanilla syrup; sub 1-2 pumps of sugar-free vanilla syrup to taste. Light caramel drizzle, add extra ice.

Calories: 220 Sugar: 28g* Total Fat: 6g

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Don't ruin a good thing! Ditch any sprinkles or other sweet ice-cream-like toppings that baristas reach for here — you'll dash sugar counts by half. A GH staffer favorite, this drink is super sweet thanks to a special sugar-free syrup; plus, the iced variation saves you even more sugar.

How to order: No sprinkles. No skim; sub for soy or almond milk, preferably. Sub 2 shots sugar-free cinnamon dolce syrup.

Calories: 120 Sugar: 16g* Total Fat: 0.5g

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The key to ordering any Frappucino is asking for it "skinny" or "light" in some locations, which will prompt your barista to sub sugar-free syrup if available, ditch whipped cream, and opt for skim or plant-based milk when asked. Asking for the drink this way should bring this blended beverage's sugar counts down by at least half, if not more, but be aware this category is bound to have more sugar than any other.

How to order: No whole milk; sub soy or almond milk. Ask for the "skinny" or "light" version of this drink upfront.

Calories: 150 Sugar: 47g* Total Fat: 1g

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Another drink you'll need to ask for "skinny" or "light," you'll ditch sugary syrups, toppings, and full-fat milk for alt options here.

How to order: No whole milk; sub soy or almond milk. Sub 2 pumps of sugar-free vanilla syrup. Ask your barista for the "light" version.

Calories: 100 Sugar: 30g* Total Fat: 1g

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With a cloying honey sweetness, it's hard to believe there are only 50 calories in this grande-sized drink. You can cut the sugar considerably by reducing the amount of honey flavoring your barista will use to craft one of our favorites.

How to order: Sub 1 honey blend. Add extra ice to taste.

Calories: 50 Sugar: 10g Total Fat: 0.5g

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Over 20g of sugar is coming from 4 pumps of syrup here, so swapping for a sugar-free option (or a drizzle!) will take care of this being a sugar bomb. An alt-milk substitution will also work to lower the 2g of saturated fat in our version of the creamy, smooth latté.

How to order: No 2% milk; sub soy or almond milk. Sub 2 pumps of sugar-free vanilla syrup; alternatively, a mocha drizzle.

Calories: 190 Sugar: 28g Total Fat: 4g

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Oatmilk isn't pumped directly into this coffee drink but is rather the base of a specially crafted cold foam (in place of skim milk). You can reduce the sugar count by opting for a reduced amount of foam, but since the sugar count isn't too high, you also have room for a splash of extra oat milk if you so desire.

How to order: As is. Optionally; light oatmilk foam, add a splash of oatmilk.

Calories: 50 Sugar: 6g Total Fat: 1.5g

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The foam on this vegan drink only adds a low 4g of added sugar into the mix. Plus, there's a light drizzle of mocha sauce and a dusting of cocoa powder that you can look forward to.

How to order: As is.

Calories: 40 Sugar: 4g Total Fat: 1.5g

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Made popular via social media, according to our friends at Delish, Starbucks' ket0-friendly "white" drink was first made using an unsweetened Peach Citrus White Tea Infusion base. But that tea blend has since gone discontinued at Starbucks, so you'll need to swap to the Peach Tranquility blend, which has flavors of candied pineapple, lemon, chamomile blossoms, and rose hips. You'll need to flavor the drink with a keto alternative to sugar.

How to order: Add 2 pumps sugar-free vanilla syrup. Add extra heavy cream. Extra ice to taste.

Calories: 0* Sugar: 0g* Total Fat: 0g*

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This luxe chocolate-y espresso drink is still delicious if you ditch the sugary flavor pumps altogether. You can enjoy just a taste of the mocha flavor by opting for a drizzle instead.

How to order: No whipped cream. No mocha sauce; sub light mocha drizzle.

Calories: 350* Sugar: 30g* Total Fat: 17g*

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The hot version of what often gets a keto twist when iced, is a cozy flavor bomb, with notes of chamomile, citrus-y pineapple and lemony peach in every sip. You can definitely add sweeteners of your choice, but we're a sucker for a fresh honey drizzle and a lemon slice in this decaf option.

How to order: As is.

Calories: 0 Sugar: 0g Total Fat: 0g

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The caffeinated tea base of this latte drink is very solid — black tea, fresh lavender, and bergamot blends — but the sugar count comes from a standard 4 pumps of vanilla sugar. Swap the milk choice here and opt for a sugar-free syrup or a drizzle instead to bring sugar counts well below 10g.

How to order: No 2% milk; sub soy or almond milk. No vanilla syrup; sub 1-2 pumps sugar-free vanilla syrup.

Calories: 140* Sugar: 24g* Total Fat: 2.5g*