5 more Healthy Perks to Drinking Coffee ~ Team Pure Intent

Perk #10: Coffee May Detour Certain Cancers

Because of the polyphenols and antioxidant phytochemicals present coffee (demonstrating anti-carcinogenic properties which aid in reducing inflammation), there is research provided by the Harvard School of Public Health that suggests that men who drink coffee may be at a lower risk of developing aggressive prostate cancer and in further studies showing that drinking 4 or more cups of coffee decreased the risk of endometrial cancer in women by 25% compared to women who only drank 1 cup a day. There is research also showing lower risks of developing cancer in the colon, liver, rectal and breast cancers.

Perk #11: Lower A Risk of Developing Type 2 Diabetes

Scientists believe that coffee may be beneficial in keeping diabetes at a stand still. How? Well there is research that shows some evidence that coffee decreases the sensitivity of muscle cells to the effects of insulin, which might impair the metabolism of sugar and raise blood sugar levels. Coffee helps the body use insulin and protecting insulin-producing cells, enabling effective regulation of blood sugar as well as ward off inflammation (a risk factor for type 2 diabetes) and prevent tissue damage. A component of coffee known as caffeic acid has been identified as a significant toxic reducer of abnormal protein deposits (amyloid fibrils) found in people who have type 2 diabetes.

Perk #12: Enhance Exercise Performance

Were you aware that coffee can help with fatigue aiding in your stamina? I have always been told to avoid caffeinated drinks especially prior to a workout because they dehydrate however, there is research that shows if you drink up to 5 cups a day (500 mg) of coffee it does not interfere with your exercise workout. As a matter of fact it reduces your perception of “pain” during your exercise routine increasing fatty acids in the blood (which supports endurance) and strengthens muscle contraction.

Perk #13: Burns Fat

Which brings me to this next perk...Ever notice caffeine listed in most fat burning supplements? Well caffeine is a stimulant to the nervous system which raises metabolism and increases the oxidation of fatty acids (as we learned in perk #12). Since it raises our metabolic rate, it helps to keep fatty acids away from fat tissues

Perk #14: Depression Deterrent

Multiple studies have linked coffee drinking to lower rates of depression in both men and women who were heavy drinkers of coffee having the lowest risk of depression. It is known that caffeine activates neurotransmitters that control mood, including dopamine and serotonin.

Don’t ‘Perk’ Too Much

Caffeine can affect every person differently causing irritability, nervousness or anxiety in high doses. It can also impact sleep patterns and quality causing insomnia as well as raising blood pressure levels in those with hypertension. Two to three eight-ounce cups per day is considered moderate; heavy coffee drinkers consume four cups or more daily. Remember, the amount of caffeine per coffee beverage varies depending upon the preparation and style of beverage. Eight ounces of brewed coffee may contain as little as 80 to as much as 200 mg of caffeine per cup (an “average” cup probably contains about 100 mg). And as with all scientific study, they are all subject to bias so interpret these findings with caution.

Quick Facts

It takes about six hours for the effects of caffeine to wear off
Drink coffee early in the day
Decaf coffee contains about 2 to 12 mg of caffeine per eight ounces
Taper your coffee consumption gradually and avoid quitting coffee cold turkey which can lead to caffeine withdrawal symptoms that may include severe headaches, muscle aches and fatigue which can last for days.
Basic black coffee is the healthiest coffee to drink

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