{
  "id": 3597686,
  "title": "Pumpkin Spice Is Back. Healthy Swaps for the Starbucks 2026 Fall Menu",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/pumpkin-spice-is-back-healthy-swaps-for-the-starbucks-2026-fall-menu",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-26T19:54:16.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Healthline News",
    "slug": "healthline-news",
    "url": "https://www.healthline.com/health-news/starbucks-fall-drinks-2026"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Starbucks has unveiled its Fall 2026 menu, which includes beloved seasonal drinks such as the pumpkin spice latte and pecan cortado, along with new offerings like the banana bread flavored drinks and the iced chaider. While many seasonal beverages are high in sugar, fat, and calories, nutritionists recommend making simple adjustments to your order to make them healthier. Kristin Kirkpatrick, a dietitian at the Cleveland Clinic, suggests requesting half the sugar content in your drink, as this can reduce the overall sugar level while still providing a flavorful experience. She also advises experimenting with cinnamon and honey as alternatives to syrups, and opting for lower-fat milk or forgoing whipped cream to decrease fat content. Kirkpatrick emphasizes the importance of focusing on reducing sugar for the most health benefits. Understanding the nutritional content of your favorite fall drinks can help you make informed choices that align with your health goals. For example, a grande pumpkin spice latte contains 390 calories, 50 grams of sugar, 14 grams of fat, and 14 grams of protein. In contrast, the new iced pumpkin cream shaken espresso offers a lower calorie count at 310 calories, 37 grams of sugar, and 14 grams of fat.",
  "summary": "Starbucks has launched its 2026 fall menu. There are healthy swaps you can make to still enjoy your favorite drink. Image Credit: Starbucks The Starbucks Fall 2026 menu includes the return of seasonal favorites like the pumpkin spice latte and the pecan cortado, as well as new banana bread flavored drinks and the iced chaider. Many of these seasonal drinks are high in sugar, fat, and calories.…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}