COFFEE AND HEALTH

All this talk of coffee has probably got you craving your favorite commercial coffee shop beverage. Here’s the thing… you’re probably consuming more fat, sugar, and calories than you could have ever imagined as you ordered that Half Caf, Skinny, Mocha Frappuccino with an extra shot and 5 pumps of vanilla syrup, topped with whipped cream. These drinks are bad …

Do you have a favorite coffee roast? Light, dark, or in between? The roast of the bean is what determines the flavor that ends up in your cup. Before the beans are roasted, green beans are soft, and they have a fresh, somewhat grassy scent, and little taste. The roast transforms them into the crunchy, aromatic, and flavorful beans that …

Are the health benefits the same? While it may be down to preference whether you reach for the caffeinated or decaffeinated coffee, research suggests that caffeine provides a variety of health benefits, when consumed in moderation. Benefits Of Caffeine: Consuming moderate levels of caffeine every day results in a boost of energy, as well as boosting calorie burn, reduces fatigue, …

Focus, Concentration And Cognitive Function Ask anyone who’s had 1 or 2 cups of coffee as they’re studying for a big exam, or preparing for an important presentation, and they’ll tell you they were able to focus better after they’d drank their coffee. This is because caffeine helps your brain to function more efficiently. Research shows that it also increases …