There has been an ongoing debate about whether or not coffee is bad or good for you.
It can be good for your health - you just need to understand that not all coffees are the same.
Plus, depending on what you add to your coffee could make it less healthy.
I love the smell of fresh coffee.
Not only does it smell terrific it also has plenty of nutrients and antioxidants.
Many of the nutrients in the original coffee beans do make it into the final drink, which actually contains a decent amount of vitamins and minerals including Vitamins B1, B2 and B3 and potassium.
Coffee also contains a massive amount of antioxidants.
In fact, coffee was found to be the biggest source of antioxidants in the western diet, outranking both fruits and vegetables.
Be warned though, not all coffees are the same.
I personally buy organic coffee beans and use a grinder to grind them up into a powder.
This is because the true organic coffee beans have been grown without the use of pesticides or herbicides.
Generally, organic beans are grown in the shade and can thrive without chemical assistance.
Those who are considered heavy coffee drinkers would consume about four to ten cups a day.
They can experience problems such as anxiety, irritability, restlessness, mood swings and sleeplessness.
I believe that you can have too much as it is a stimulant.
I would personally say no more than two to three cups of good quality coffee per day.
You also want to keep in mind those accompaniments you may add to your coffee such as milk or cream and sugar - these add fat and calories to your diet.
They may seem like small amounts but if you have more than one cup of coffee a day it all adds up.
If you can, try to minimise the milk or creams and wean yourself off the sugar.
If you want a healthy substitute for sugar to create that sweet taste, add some raw honey.
Raw un-heat treated honey preserves the important vitamins, minerals, powerful antioxidant and enzymes your body needs.
Plus, it has anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
For a healthier alternative to milks or creams, make your own milk using nuts such as almonds.
It's very simple to make and is rich in nutrients such as magnesium, calcium, zinc and iron.
So enjoy your coffee to reap the benefits, and savour the flavour! Copyright © Global Health Renegade.
All rights reserved.
It can be good for your health - you just need to understand that not all coffees are the same.
Plus, depending on what you add to your coffee could make it less healthy.
I love the smell of fresh coffee.
Not only does it smell terrific it also has plenty of nutrients and antioxidants.
Many of the nutrients in the original coffee beans do make it into the final drink, which actually contains a decent amount of vitamins and minerals including Vitamins B1, B2 and B3 and potassium.
Coffee also contains a massive amount of antioxidants.
In fact, coffee was found to be the biggest source of antioxidants in the western diet, outranking both fruits and vegetables.
Be warned though, not all coffees are the same.
I personally buy organic coffee beans and use a grinder to grind them up into a powder.
This is because the true organic coffee beans have been grown without the use of pesticides or herbicides.
Generally, organic beans are grown in the shade and can thrive without chemical assistance.
Those who are considered heavy coffee drinkers would consume about four to ten cups a day.
They can experience problems such as anxiety, irritability, restlessness, mood swings and sleeplessness.
I believe that you can have too much as it is a stimulant.
I would personally say no more than two to three cups of good quality coffee per day.
You also want to keep in mind those accompaniments you may add to your coffee such as milk or cream and sugar - these add fat and calories to your diet.
They may seem like small amounts but if you have more than one cup of coffee a day it all adds up.
If you can, try to minimise the milk or creams and wean yourself off the sugar.
If you want a healthy substitute for sugar to create that sweet taste, add some raw honey.
Raw un-heat treated honey preserves the important vitamins, minerals, powerful antioxidant and enzymes your body needs.
Plus, it has anti-viral, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.
For a healthier alternative to milks or creams, make your own milk using nuts such as almonds.
It's very simple to make and is rich in nutrients such as magnesium, calcium, zinc and iron.
So enjoy your coffee to reap the benefits, and savour the flavour! Copyright © Global Health Renegade.
All rights reserved.
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