Who doesn’t love a good cup of coffee? I know I do ! I have been fascinated with coffee since a child and started drinking sips of coffee by 15 years old. I enjoy reading books about coffee - especially the “ The Devel’s Cup.” There are many things we should cut back on or cut out for the sake of our health, but happily, coffee is not one of them.
Drinking coffee has several benefits. The bulk of these benefits is due to antioxidants known as polyphenols, which have anti-inflammatory properties . Coffee helps with short-term cognition and concentration, but it is also likely neuroprotective Coffee enhances alertness, memory, and cognitive performance, coffee has been linked to a lower risk of depression and may protect against neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's, We also know the cardiac benefits. Yes it can increase blood pressure and heart rate, however moderate coffee intake is linked to a reduced risk of heart disease and stroke
In addition, studies show that coffee drinkers have a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Coffee is linked to a lower risk of liver disease, including fatty liver and cirrhosis
How much is enough coffee. Three or four cups, or roughly 300 to 400 milligrams of caffeine, in order to maximize health benefits while minimizing significant risks. I believe coffee should be taken black without cream and sugar You can negate the benefits of black coffee turning into a sugary drink when adding cream and sugar Coffee has a long half life so best to drink in the morning hours , say (:30 to 10:30 If you drink coffee later, it can disturb your sleep. I do know that some patients can have coffee at bedtime and still get a good night’s sleep. This is rare but does happen You often here that coffee is dehydrating. Coffee does count toward hydration and is not as dehydrating as previously thought
So have your coffee
Until tomorrow…