I gave coffee up when I got COVID leading up to Christmas 2021, been tempted to indulge since, I do miss the social aspect , and the little rush. Drinking Chaga tea mainly now helps my immunity goals stay charged up. My water business Natures Energy Water Corporation makes a cold brew coffee with maple and birch water right from our trees, it's like drinking desert, it's truly amazing, delightful, Simply Delicious, have a couple omega 3 eggs on the side and you have felt like you had a quick trip to heaven, with the knowledge that you probably get to stay on Earth a little longer. Simply Refeshing
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Dangers of Excessive Coffee Intake
Drinking copious amounts of coffee persistently may lead to caffeine addiction. Once you stop taking it, you will likely suffer from withdrawal symptoms, such as listlessness, fatigue, irritability, and insomnia.Why Is Coffee Addictive?
The main reason coffee can be energy-boosting is its ability to prevent adenosine from binding to adenosine receptors in the central nervous system. However, studies have found that long-term coffee consumption causes the central nervous system to produce more adenosine and adenosine receptors in return. When this happens, the body needs more and a higher concentration of coffee to achieve the same refreshing effect, making one increasingly dependent on it and aggravating caffeine withdrawal symptoms.Make Quitting Coffee a Gradual Process
Caffeine withdrawal may result in symptoms such as headache, fatigue, anxiety, etc. Dr. Yang Jingduan, CEO of New York Northern Medical Center and an expert in integrative psychiatry, said that those addicted to caffeine should not stop taking it too suddenly. Instead, they should gradually reduce the amount within a week while drinking more water and resting more. If there is any sign of severe headache, anti-inflammatory and analgesic drugs can be taken as appropriate.Overall, drinking one cup of coffee daily is safe and beneficial for most people. If you find yourself relying on it too much, consider cutting back on your daily intake.
2 Things to Do Before Drinking Coffee in the Morning
Many people have the habit of drinking coffee in the morning, but if you drink it first thing, you may be missing out on some of its benefits. It is recommended that you do two things before drinking it.
1. Stay Well-Hydrated
The body loses water while sleeping and will be somewhat dehydrated upon waking up. Because caffeine has a diuretic effect, staying hydrated before drinking coffee or tea is advised.
2. Wait 90 Minutes
Neuroscientist Andrew Huberman recommends waiting 90 to 120 minutes after waking up before drinking the first cup of coffee.
Huberman said in a YouTube video that when a person wakes up, the body naturally produces cortisol, a hormone that helps one stay awake. However, having caffeine too soon after waking up can interfere with the effects of cortisol. Waiting about 90 minutes before drinking coffee allows your body’s natural cortisol levels to work to their best effect, maximizing caffeine’s benefits.
10 Reasons to Drink Coffee
1. Refreshes the Brain
When it comes to coffee, most of us think of it as a mind-sharpener, and research agrees. Caffeinated coffee blocks adenosine, the neurotransmitter responsible for drowsiness, from binding to adenosine receptors in the brain. In addition, caffeine will also enhance the effects of adrenaline and dopamine, two other facilitators providing an added refreshing effect.
2. Burns Fat
Research shows that bioactive compounds in coffee, such as chlorogenic acid, caffeine, trigonelline, and magnesium, all possess anti-obesity properties. However, from a pure caloric perspective, if you really want to achieve the fat-burning effect, it is best to drink black coffee. Coffee with creamer or milk and sugar has higher calories and is not conducive to fat-burning and weight loss.
3. Supplies Antioxidants
Natural antioxidants come mainly from plants. However, because of the increasing adoption of Westernized dietary patterns, many people eat a lot of meat and high-fat, high-sugar, and highly processed foods. Because of this, they lack sufficient daily intake of vegetables and fruits, resulting in the reduction of sufficient antioxidant intake.
Studies have shown that coffee is rich in antioxidants and contains components that scavenge cell-damaging free radicals.
4. Improves Endurance and Sports Performance
Research has found that coffee can improve endurance during exercise and delay the time an athlete becomes tired. The International Society of Sports Nutrition notes that many studies have found that caffeine can increase sports performance, but only its effects may vary from person to person.
5. Prevents Diabetes
Phytochemicals in coffee help protect the pancreatic beta cells that secrete insulin, including maintaining the survival and function of those cells. Based on the results of multiple epidemiological studies, it was found that each cup of coffee per day, up to six cups, reduced the risk of Type 2 diabetes by 6 percent.
6. Fights Liver Cancer and Cirrhosis
A study published in the BMJ concluded that people who drink coffee regularly have an 18 percent lower risk of cancer. The researchers stressed that multiple studies have confirmed the effect of coffee in preventing chronic liver diseases such as liver cancer. Compared with noncoffee drinkers, regular coffee drinkers had a 29 percent lower risk of developing nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and a 39 percent lower risk of cirrhosis.
7. Prevents Dementia
One study found that consuming three to five cups of coffee a day during middle age reduces the risk of developing dementia or Alzheimer’s disease by about 65 percent in old age.
8. Cuts Parkinson’s Disease Risk
Researchers believe that caffeine in coffee and its metabolites have neuroprotective effects.
Parkinson’s disease is the most common neurodegenerative disease for which there is currently no effective prevention or treatment. In March, a study published in Neurology found that people with the highest coffee intake had a nearly 40 percent lower risk of developing Parkinson’s disease than noncoffee drinkers. The study included more than 180,000 participants who were followed for an average of 12.8 years.
9. Reduces Stroke Risk
A study published at the 2021 European Society of Cardiology (ESC) Congress pointed out that drinking half a cup to three cups of coffee a day can reduce the risk of stroke and other fatal heart diseases. Compared with noncoffee drinkers, those who drank this amount had a 17 percent lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease (CVD) and a 21 percent lower risk of stroke.
10. Reduces Mortality, Extends Lifespan
Coffee has liver-protective and anti-cancer effects and can help extend life. Studies found that people who drank 3 1/2 cups of coffee a day had a 15 percent lower risk of mortality than noncoffee drinkers.
Coffee’s ability to extend life may have something to do with its anti-inflammatory properties. A 2017 study published in Nature Medicine showed that coffee can inhibit the production of the inflammatory factor interleukin-1-beta (IL-1-beta). IL-1-beta is found in higher levels in the blood of older adults and is associated with a variety of chronic diseases, including CVD, cancer, and a variety of degenerative diseases. The study found that moderate coffee intake may suppress systemic inflammation, supporting coffee’s role in reducing mortality.
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How Coffee Can Help You Meet Your Health and Wellness Goals in 2023
Christine Cruz-Clarke
As we approach the new year, health and wellness (and coffee!) are top of mind. After all, good health is paramount to a good life, and good coffee—at least in our opinion—is essential for happiness. Lucky for us, the two go hand-in-hand. Coffee has proven to offer countless health benefits, backed by science. So, as we welcome 2023, we’re exploring the multitude of ways coffee can help us meet (and exceed!) our health and wellness goals. Let’s start the new year sipping our favourite beverage—which will help us feel our best, and fuel us for success.
The OG superfood
Some experts have even gone so far as to dub coffee as “the original superfood.” Although coffee has long been touted for its energy-boosting, antioxidant-imparting benefits, the true powers of java have only started coming to light in recent years.
In short, we haven’t even scratched the surface on all that coffee has to offer. But what we do know is that consuming the right amounts of it can work wonders on our wellness and overall well being by staving off disease, bolstering brain health and much, much more. We expect additional evidence to materialize about the benefits of coffee in the future, but until then, the case for drinking it regularly is already quite strong.
The benefits of brewing
Coffee comes with an array of health benefits, ranging from reducing the risk of depression to assisting with weight management. We’ve outlined some key reasons why drinking coffee can be good for you.
Our goals for good health
We believe that achieving and maintaining good health should be at the very top of everyone’s new year's resolution list. As evidenced by the countless studies that have come out over the years, drinking coffee is one way to help us reach our wellness goals.
Whether you wish to improve your athletic performance, focus on a more balanced diet, support your mental health or promote longevity, drinking good-quality coffee can help you achieve those objectives.
The sweet spot of coffee consumption
As with all things, coffee is best consumed in moderation. In order to reap the many benefits your cup of joe has to offer, it’s important to pay attention to the amount you’re drinking to avoid any negative side effects, which include increased blood pressure and heart rate, as well as anxiety and insomnia. Too much coffee can also cause stomach irritability and dizziness.
Doctors say about 400 milligrams of caffeine—which is approximately equivalent to four cups of brewed coffee—is the safest bet for most healthy adults. Remember, the caffeine content in coffee is highly variable, so it’s important to consider the details of your favourite roast, and act accordingly.
It’s also important to be mindful that you could be consuming other sources of caffeine throughout the day (such as chocolate, tea, energy drinks, and medications). As long as you don’t exceed much more than the recommended 400 milligrams of caffeine, though, you should be good to go.
Simple sipping
Tackling health and wellness-related goals can be daunting—particularly if you’re feeling far from your prime. The good news is, there are simple things you can do to take action to improve your health, including sipping on some delicious coffee. It’s really as easy—and as enjoyable—as that.
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