Latest research actually says coffee in moderation ( up to 2-3) cups a day is good for you.
Here are some research based Facts:
- Coffee drinkers are less likely to have Type2 diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, Dementia, Heart problems, and certain types of cancers and a lower risk of stroke in women( source Web MD Sept 2011)
- Coffee is high in antioxidants – nutrients that help prevent damage caused by free radicals .
- It is also high in minerals such as magnesium and chromium( a nutrient related to diabetes) may be responsible for the lower recurrence of diabetes.
- It brings about increased alertness – well known stimulant known to increase alertness
These benefits are not related to caffeine so it’s safe to say you would be getting the same benefits with the De – Caff version as well. Soft drinks and other products contain caffeine too, but since this post is on COFFEE …am not going to analyse that.
Drawbacks ( usually associated with excessive consumption)
- Mild diuretic – head to the bathroom more.
- Contains acids that can make heartburn worse.
- Too many cups can make you jittery( has the effect of keeping me up till 2.am cleaning or baking )
- Weight Gain – if you have your coffee loaded with cream and sugar and ‘have’ to have more than 6 cups a day of the cream laden stuff.
- Infertility – excessive consumption can cause infertility in certain individuals who are sensitive to it and studies have shown excessive coffee during pregnancy can lead to low birth weight infants. It may be a good idea to restrict to 1 or 2 cups when you plan to get pregnant.
- Osteoporosis- excessive intake interferes with absorption of nutrients by bones. However adding extra milk to your coffee can lessen this.
With both the benefits and the drawbacks we could conclude that Moderation is the key here. Just like how you can have your cake and eat it too you can have your coffee and drink it too ….. so indulge in 2-3 cups … for what would life be without our Mochas, Lattes , Decaff and more !
Here is the breakdown of caffeine in coffee, with variations on the amount, depending on the method of preparation etc.
ENJOY Coffee week
For some’ Awesome” Low fat Coffee desserts and Coffee Shakes check back on Friday.
Hi there! I’m Sunithi, AKA Sue, a registered dietitian with a sweet tooth and a passion for eating healthy (quite a combo) currently working as an independent consultant in the DC Metro area. I’m also a blogger, health nut, nutrition geek who jogs to keep sane :)! I love to revamp recipes and add some ‘Nutrition Bytes’ to them. All my recipes are gluten free! I also blog on natural health and fitness! Visit often and drop me a note if you have any nutrition queries!
I was told by a friend years ago when I started drinking coffee that the best and healthiest way to drink it is to drink it black without sugar. I will take some getting used to if you have to switch from creamer and sugar, but you really will come to appreciate the taste of coffee if you drink it black.
Thanks for spending time on the computer (writing) so oehtrs don’t have to.
@jen, get that because I do a lot a tea and prefer it plain 🙂 If your'e looking out for caffeine look out for the high content brands though !
Hey sue, did not know Starbucks had soo much and it is my fav brand !! Good info thanks
Steve, Oops the chart is scary, but since you did talk abt cofee benefits … not giving up my JAVA :)Sam's addicted to it too right;)
Thanks Penny, Like how you always peek at my blog :)Don't steer off starbucks … just watch the caffeine if that's what your'e concerned about.
Apologies Steve! Chart was meant to be informative and not scary 😉 Actually Sam has toned down ( not my nagging seriously) to 2 cups a day 🙂 Ask him …
Hi Sue,I'm a huge coffee fan. Age has required that I reduce my consumption, those jitters you spoke of are true. I enjoy the flavor and the little pick up it offers. Rather than switch to decaf I cut down.Tea makes me more hyper than coffee for some reason. I switched to green tea a while back and it kept me up at night. For tea, I always choose decaf.I don't ever go to Star Bucks or buy coffee outside my home, I think I'm good there!Have great weekend.
Hi redkathy,Thanks for stopping by. I do decaff tea too… can't do regular. Bid into tea;) Sounds like your'e doing great!!
I really like to see this breakdown. Thank you so much for sharing it!Happy Week!
New follower here from Nykki's Blog Hop! I'm loving your blog it's very informative 🙂 Good to see there are some benefits from drinking coffee everyday (I'm addicted) I think my only downfall is I should really cut back on the cream and sugar!
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