{"id":141,"date":"2021-05-17T07:58:43","date_gmt":"2021-05-17T07:58:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/australias10best.com.au\/?p=141"},"modified":"2022-02-23T12:33:47","modified_gmt":"2022-02-23T12:33:47","slug":"health-benefits-of-coffee","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/australias10best.com.au\/health-benefits-of-coffee\/","title":{"rendered":"How Drinking Coffee Benefits Your Health"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Coffee is one of the world\u2019s most popular drinks. Due to its high levels of antioxidants and nutrients, many people are looking into it as their favorite drink at any time of the day.<!--more--><\/p>\n<p>Caffeine is the most widely consumed psychoactive substance in the world and it is best known as coffee\u2019s main ingredient. The caffeine benefits on the body have been proven through researches, but coffee as a whole is a complex drink with hundreds (or thousands) of different substances. Thus, making coffee one of the healthiest beverages accessible to many.<\/p>\n<p>Although some may argue that decaffeinated coffee (decaf) and caffeinated coffee have the same health benefits. This may suggest that it is not the caffeine that is responsible for most of the health benefits from coffee.<\/p>\n<p>Previous studies found out that regular coffee drinkers have a much lower risk of having serious diseases. There is continuous research on coffee and its pros and cons in people&#8217;s health. Researches are nowhere near completed, but here is a list of coffee health benefits at the moment.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_61 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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href=\"https:\/\/australias10best.com.au\/health-benefits-of-coffee\/#Coffee_helps_fight_disease\" title=\"Coffee helps fight disease\">Coffee helps fight disease<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/australias10best.com.au\/health-benefits-of-coffee\/#Coffee_gives_the_brain_a_boost\" title=\"Coffee gives the brain a boost\">Coffee gives the brain a boost<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/australias10best.com.au\/health-benefits-of-coffee\/#Coffee_helps_you_lose_weight\" title=\"Coffee helps you lose weight\">Coffee helps you lose weight<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/australias10best.com.au\/health-benefits-of-coffee\/#Coffee_lowers_risks_of_diabetes\" title=\"Coffee lowers risks of diabetes\">Coffee lowers risks of diabetes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/australias10best.com.au\/health-benefits-of-coffee\/#Coffee_helps_with_depression_and_other_mood_disorders\" title=\"Coffee helps with depression and other mood disorders\">Coffee helps with depression and other mood disorders<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/australias10best.com.au\/health-benefits-of-coffee\/#Coffee_may_be_good_for_the_liver\" title=\"Coffee may be good for the liver\">Coffee may be good for the liver<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/australias10best.com.au\/health-benefits-of-coffee\/#Coffee_boosts_physical_performance_and_alertness\" title=\"Coffee boosts physical performance and alertness\">Coffee boosts physical performance and alertness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/australias10best.com.au\/health-benefits-of-coffee\/#Coffee_reduces_the_risk_of_cancer\" title=\"Coffee reduces the risk of cancer\">Coffee reduces the risk of cancer<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/australias10best.com.au\/health-benefits-of-coffee\/#Coffee_contains_essential_nutrients\" title=\"Coffee contains essential nutrients\">Coffee contains essential nutrients<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/australias10best.com.au\/health-benefits-of-coffee\/#Coffee_lowers_the_risk_of_stroke\" title=\"Coffee lowers the risk of stroke\">Coffee lowers the risk of stroke<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Health_Benefits_of_Drinking_Coffee\"><\/span><strong>Health Benefits of Drinking Coffee<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Drinking three up to eight-ounce cups of coffee a day has its proven health benefits. Let us take a look at a few.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coffee_helps_fight_disease\"><\/span><strong>Coffee helps fight disease<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The caffeine in your coffee can help protect the brain cells against damages from some diseases. Studies have shown that those who drink coffee have a 65% less chance of developing Parkinson\u2019s disease, Alzheimer&#8217;s, and dementia. Coffee consumption was also associated with a reduction in the risk of death.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coffee_gives_the_brain_a_boost\"><\/span><strong>Coffee gives the brain a boost<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Most of us rely on coffee to go through our busy days. Coffee helps keeps us alert when we feel drowsy and experience a lack of energy. Try drinking a cup before a long day at work, a long drive, or before an exam to sharpen your memory and stay alert.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coffee_helps_you_lose_weight\"><\/span><strong>Coffee helps you lose weight<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Caffeine has a commercial fat-burning supplement that has natural substances proven to aid fat burning. Researches prove that caffeine can boost the metabolic rate and the fat burning process by 3 to 11%. However, the weight loss effects may diminish in long-term coffee drinkers.<\/p>\n<p>It also helps lower the risk of obesity as coffee is one of the lowest-calorie drinks you will consume (without milk). The caffeine will help break down the fat cells and use it as fuel for training.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coffee_lowers_risks_of_diabetes\"><\/span><strong>Coffee lowers risks of diabetes<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Drinking one cup of coffee a day lowers the risk of developing diabetes by at least 13%. But consuming 12 cups per day can reduce the risk of getting diabetes by 67%. Caffeine has a different reaction to one&#8217;s body. It is best to consult your doctor before consuming 12 or more cups of coffee a day.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coffee_helps_with_depression_and_other_mood_disorders\"><\/span><strong>Coffee helps with depression and other mood disorders<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>According to research, people who consume four or more cups of coffee a day are less likely to suffer from depression than someone who is not a coffee drinker. Coffee does not have the same benefits found in other caffeinated beverages such as soda (cola). Unlike coffee, cola has high sugar content which links consumers to a high risk of depression.<\/p>\n<p>To avoid such conditions, black coffee intake is the best way to go. The caffeine in your black coffee stimulates the central nervous system. It can boost the production of neurotransmitters such as serotonin, dopamine, and noradrenaline. These three are responsible for elevating your mood. Taking two cups of coffee prevents the occurrence of suicide by 50%.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coffee_may_be_good_for_the_liver\"><\/span><strong>Coffee may be good for the liver<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Studies suggest that caffeine contains antioxidants that help the liver regulate itself. Regular coffee consumption reduces the risk of having Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC). PSC is a rare autoimmune disease that can result in liver cirrhosis, liver failure, and even liver cancer.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coffee_boosts_physical_performance_and_alertness\"><\/span><strong>Coffee boosts physical performance and alertness<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Having a cup of your preferred coffee before hitting the gym or running errands can improve your performance by 11-12%. The caffeine in your coffee increases the adrenaline levels found in your blood. Adrenaline is a hormone that helps you prepare for any physical activities. Moderate caffeine intake by 1 to 6 cups a day can help you focus and makes you alert.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coffee_reduces_the_risk_of_cancer\"><\/span><strong>Coffee reduces the risk of cancer<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>A study has found out that coffee decreases the risk of developing cancer for both men and women. Prostate cancer for men and endometrial cancer for women. Coffee also prevents the development of basal cell carcinoma, which is the most common type of skin cancer.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coffee_contains_essential_nutrients\"><\/span><strong>Coffee contains essential nutrients<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The nutrients that came from the coffee beans usually make their way into the finished brewed coffee. A single cup of coffee contains Riboflavin or vitamin B2, Pantothenic acid or vitamin B5, manganese, potassium, magnesium, and niacin. Though this may not seem like a big deal, consuming several cups of coffee a day causes these nutrients to quickly add up.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Coffee_lowers_the_risk_of_stroke\"><\/span><strong>Coffee lowers the risk of stroke<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>People who drink a cup or more of coffee a day may be less likely to have a stroke, compared to people who drink less coffee, according to new research in the journal Stroke. Caffeine intake also claims to decrease cerebral blood flow. Contrary to beliefs, coffee does pose a risk for hypertension nor heart disease.<\/p>\n<p>In summary, coffee is many people\u2019s favorite drink that has brain-boosting and metabolism increasing power. It also has a disease and disorder-fighting properties.<\/p>\n<p>Consuming reasonable amounts of coffee a day (1-6 cups a day) may be good for you. Coffee also helps prevent serious disease, boost the mind and muscle, and assist with the weight loss journey. As long as you drink your coffee toxin-free, you can enjoy the benefits of your coffee to the fullest. Remember to brew it with care, and if possible, choose special coffee options.<\/p>\n<p>Charge your morning coffee with a full dose of energy and get a perfect kick-start to your day \u2013 every day. Get trained in Barista Basics or Barista Pro to learn how to make quality tasting coffee.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Coffee is one of the world\u2019s most popular drinks. 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