{"id":4076,"date":"2022-07-11T08:24:00","date_gmt":"2022-07-11T12:24:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/?p=4076"},"modified":"2022-11-07T15:24:03","modified_gmt":"2022-11-07T20:24:03","slug":"coffee-benefits-health","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/coffee-benefits-health\/","title":{"rendered":"Coffee Benefits for Health and Happiness"},"content":{"rendered":"<iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/player.blubrry.com\/?media_url=https%3A%2F%2Fmedia.blubrry.com%2Fa_healthy_bite%2Fcontent.blubrry.com%2Fa_healthy_bite%2FCoffee_s_Unique_Plethora_of_Health_Benefits-Worth_Considering_.mp3&podcast_link=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thatorganicmom.com%2Fcoffee-benefits-health%2F\" scrolling=\"no\" width=\"100%\" height=\"165\" frameborder=\"0\" id=\"blubrryplayer-1\" class=\"blubrryplayer\" title=\"Blubrry Podcast Player\"><\/iframe><p class=\"powerpress_links powerpress_links_mp3\" style=\"margin-bottom: 1px !important;\">Podcast: <a href=\"https:\/\/media.blubrry.com\/a_healthy_bite\/content.blubrry.com\/a_healthy_bite\/Coffee_s_Unique_Plethora_of_Health_Benefits-Worth_Considering_.mp3\" class=\"powerpress_link_pinw\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Play in new window\" onclick=\"return powerpress_pinw('https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/?powerpress_pinw=4076-podcast');\" rel=\"nofollow\">Play in new window<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/media.blubrry.com\/a_healthy_bite\/content.blubrry.com\/a_healthy_bite\/Coffee_s_Unique_Plethora_of_Health_Benefits-Worth_Considering_.mp3\" class=\"powerpress_link_d\" title=\"Download\" rel=\"nofollow\" download=\"Coffee_s_Unique_Plethora_of_Health_Benefits-Worth_Considering_.mp3\">Download<\/a><\/p><p class=\"powerpress_links powerpress_subscribe_links\">Subscribe: <a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/us\/podcast\/a-healthy-bite\/id1203947950?mt=2&ls=1#episodeGuid=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thatorganicmom.com%2F%3Fp%3D4076\" class=\"powerpress_link_subscribe powerpress_link_subscribe_itunes\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Subscribe on Apple Podcasts\" rel=\"nofollow\">Apple Podcasts<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/feed\/podcast\/\" class=\"powerpress_link_subscribe powerpress_link_subscribe_rss\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Subscribe via RSS\" rel=\"nofollow\">RSS<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Who doesn't love drinking <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->? I grew up making a cup for my Dad and I knew exactly how he liked it. My <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee buds (thats the taste buds reserved for coffee) have evolved over the years. I think I started out putting copious amounts of sugar in mine but that didn't last too long. For the most part,<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> I've enjoyed my <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> pretty creamy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-pullquote\"><blockquote><p>A morning without <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> is like sleep.<\/p><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I'm sharing my love for&nbsp;<!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> today. In addition to its many energy boosting benefits, there are a multitude of health related ones. Keep reading.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"mai-toc mai-toc-default\"><details class=\"mai-toc__showhide\" open><summary class=\"mai-toc__summary\" tabindex=\"0\"><span class=\"mai-toc__row\"><span class=\"mai-toc__col\">Table of Contents<\/span><span class=\"mai-toc__col mai-toc__toggle mai-toc--close\">[Hide]<\/span><span class=\"mai-toc__col mai-toc__toggle mai-toc--open\">[Show]<\/span><\/span><\/summary><ul class=\"mai-toc__list mai-toc--parent\"><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#coffee-benefits-for-health\" tabindex=\"0\">Coffee Benefits for Health<\/a><\/li><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#scientifically-proven-health-benefits-of-coffee\" tabindex=\"0\">Scientifically Proven Health Benefits of Coffee<\/a><\/li><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><details class=\"mai-toc__details\"><summary class=\"mai-toc__summary\"><span class=\"mai-toc__row\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#other-potential-health-benefits-of-coffee-consumption\" tabindex=\"0\">Other Potential Health Benefits of Coffee Consumption<\/a><span role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" class=\"mai-toc__icon mai-toc--open\">&#x2b;<\/span><span role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" class=\"mai-toc__icon mai-toc--close\">&#x2212;<\/span><\/span><\/summary><ul class=\"mai-toc__list mai-toc--child\"><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#lowered-risk-of-cardiovascular-disease\" tabindex=\"0\">Lowered Risk of Cardiovascular Disease<\/a><\/li><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#what-do-antioxidants-do-and-why-drinking-coffee-can-help-you-live-longer\" tabindex=\"0\">What Do Antioxidants Do and Why Drinking Coffee Can Help You Live Longer<\/a><\/li><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#lowers-the-risk-of-type-2-diabetes\" tabindex=\"0\">Lowers the Risk of Type 2 Diabetes<\/a><\/li><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#may-lower-the-risk-of-parkinsons-disease\" tabindex=\"0\">May Lower The Risk Of Parkinson's Disease<\/a><\/li><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#improved-mood-and-reduced-instances-of-depression-and-suicide\" tabindex=\"0\">Improved Mood and Reduced Instances of Depression and Suicide<\/a><\/li><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#lowers-the-risk-of-alzheimers-disease\" tabindex=\"0\">Lowers the Risk of Alzheimer's Disease<\/a><\/li><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#increased-energy-levels\" tabindex=\"0\">Increased Energy Levels<\/a><\/li><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#warnings-about-coffee-and-who-should-limit-caffeine-consumption\" tabindex=\"0\">Warnings About Coffee and Who Should Limit Caffeine Consumption<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/details><\/li><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#for-those-who-cant-drink-coffee\" tabindex=\"0\">For Those Who Can't Drink coffee<\/a><\/li><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><details class=\"mai-toc__details\"><summary class=\"mai-toc__summary\"><span class=\"mai-toc__row\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#my-mold-free-coffee-recommendation\" tabindex=\"0\">My Mold Free Coffee Recommendation<\/a><span role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" class=\"mai-toc__icon mai-toc--open\">&#x2b;<\/span><span role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" class=\"mai-toc__icon mai-toc--close\">&#x2212;<\/span><\/span><\/summary><ul class=\"mai-toc__list mai-toc--child\"><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#coffee-subscription\" tabindex=\"0\">Coffee Subscription<\/a><\/li><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#purity-coffee-review\" tabindex=\"0\">Purity Coffee Review<\/a><\/li><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#choose-your-roast\" tabindex=\"0\">Choose Your Roast<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/details><\/li><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#how-to-make-good-coffee-at-home\" tabindex=\"0\">How To Make Good Coffee At Home<\/a><\/li><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><details class=\"mai-toc__details\"><summary class=\"mai-toc__summary\"><span class=\"mai-toc__row\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#the-best-way-to-prepare-coffee-for-maximum-benefits\" tabindex=\"0\">The Best Way to Prepare Coffee For Maximum Benefits<\/a><span role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" class=\"mai-toc__icon mai-toc--open\">&#x2b;<\/span><span role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" class=\"mai-toc__icon mai-toc--close\">&#x2212;<\/span><\/span><\/summary><ul class=\"mai-toc__list mai-toc--child\"><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#you-may-have-heard-a-lot-of-buzz-about-the-aeropress\" tabindex=\"0\">You may have heard a lot of Buzz about the AeroPress<\/a><\/li><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#how-to-make-french-press-coffee\" tabindex=\"0\">How to Make French Press Coffee<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/details><\/li><li class=\"mai-toc__listitem\" tabindex=\"-1\"><a class=\"mai-toc__link scroll-to\" href=\"#what-to-put-in-your-coffee\" tabindex=\"0\">What To Put In Your Coffee<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you are like me, you enjoy drinking <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> every morning. Perhaps, you don't even think about why you drink <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> anymore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let me remind you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coffee Benefits for Health<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We drink that daily cup of Joe for its unique health benefits and because it tastes so good. Okay, that's the last time I'll call it a cup of Joe, I promise!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So what about a cup of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> that gets our day started on the right foot?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>The morning cup of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> has an exhilaration about it which the cheering influence of the afternoon or evening cup of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->tea<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> cannot be expected to reproduce.<\/p><cite>Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr.<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>The answer can vary depending on the <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> beans, the roast, and what you put in it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may get conflicting information regarding whether or not drinking <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> has health benefits. Have no fear; I'm not about to suggest you reduce your coffee intake. I am all for drinking <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Especially if you choose a coffee free of mycotoxins and other impurities, you'll want to drink just the right amount to get the health benefits, so you don't end up with negative side effects. You may feel jittery or experience an increase in heart rate from having too much caffeine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to caffeine, a light roast bean contains virtually the same amount as a dark roast bean. For years, I believed the myth that light roast had more because less was burned off in the roasting process. However, darker roasted beans weigh less and are slightly larger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So the only way to be sure to get the same amount of caffeine cup per cup is to go by weight, not volume.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, let's look at the research-backed benefits of drinking <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->. <em>But before we move on, you can try Purity Coffee at 10% off with coupon code TOM10. Enjoy!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scientifically Proven Health Benefits of Coffee<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, coffee has scientifically proven health benefits. While researching this article, I came across so many studies that I found it impossible to read even a fraction of them. I've limited the list of benefits to the ones with the most research.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But note that there are still more health benefits from drinking <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> than are listed in this article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">My top five favorite health benefits of drinking coffee are:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Drinking <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> can help you live longer.<\/li><li>Lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease<\/li><li>It May help lower the risk of metabolic syndrome and slow weight gain&nbsp;<em>(Referring to black <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->, not drinks with added sugar, etc.)<\/em><\/li><li>The antioxidants in coffee may help you live a longer, healthier life.<\/li><li><!-- tasty-links-ignore -->Coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> consumption puts you in a better mood.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><!-- tasty-links-ignore -->Coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> is the number one diet source of antioxidants in many countries including the United States, Italy, Spain, and Norway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Potential Health Benefits of Coffee Consumption<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides the fantastic energy boost, coffee has many other potential health benefits you'll want to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lowered Risk of Cardiovascular Disease<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>An increased coffee intake was associated with a significantly decreased risk of heart failure. Studies showed that people who drink three to five cups of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> daily had a lower risk of heart disease than those who drink no <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> or more than five cups per day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><!-- tasty-links-ignore -->Coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> consumption was consistently associated with a lower risk of mortality from all causes of cardiovascular disease, coronary heart disease, and stroke in a non-linear relation, with summary estimates indicating the most significant reduction in relative risk at three cups a day. 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One study showed that drinking seven cups of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> lowered blood pressure by 9%, with an additional 1% decrease per cup beyond seven. (18)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Do Antioxidants Do and Why Drinking Coffee Can Help You Live Longer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><!-- tasty-links-ignore -->Coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> is the number one dietary source of antioxidants in many countries, including the United States, Italy, Spain, and Norway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Phytochemicals are demonstrated to have antioxidant abilities&nbsp;<\/strong>not only in lab tests but also in human studies. &#8220;Most human studies show a similar reduction in cancer risk when looking at both regular and decaf <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>[Researchers and health officials]&#8221; observed a strong inverse association between <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> consumption and risk of lethal prostate cancer. The association appears to be related to non-caffeine components of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->.&#8221; (21)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are thousands of phytochemicals found in <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->. One polyphenol, Chlorogenic Acid, has been shown to help with insulin sensitivity. Chlorogenic Acid may even help protect nerve cells from damaging stress. 5&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This phytochemical gets converted to ferulic Acid and helps improve glutathione levels,&nbsp;<strong>lowering inflammation and the risk for metabolic syndrome and weight gain<\/strong>. 6<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Longevity Benefits<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Coffee is one of the top 6 foods highest in antioxidants on a per-serving basis. The antioxidant activity of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> varies according to the degree of roasting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/31107195\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Takayama study<\/a>,&#8221; by Michiyo Yamakawa and others, tracked over 31,500 people for more than 14 years. The results showed that even one cup of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> was associated with a 16% lower risk of all-cause mortality and mortality from&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/puritycoffee.com\/blogs\/blog\/coffee-heart-health-benefits?rfsn=6657990.825503\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cardiovascular<\/a>, infectious, and digestive diseases. Subjects who drank 2-3 cups of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> a day showed the highest results at 19% lower risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It doesn't have to be caffeinated <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->, either. This same study shows that decaffeinated <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> provides all the antioxidant benefits of regular coffee. Although to avoid other risks, you'll want to choose organic <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->, decaffeinated with a chemical-free natural water process that removes 99.9% of caffeine and retains high antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I choose decaf when I want to drink <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> after dinner or with a dessert. Purity Calm, for example, uses the Swiss Water Process to decaffeinate the <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->. Calm comes in at around 1.4 mg of caffeine per mug (made with 15 grams of ground <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->.) All decaf has a small amount of caffeine content, but it is minimal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regular and decaffeinated <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> lower the risk of endometrial and liver cancer. 14 Further, <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> appears to protect against liver disease. (20)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lowers the Risk of Type 2 Diabetes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Consuming caffeine can increase blood sugar in the short term. However, long-term studies have shown habitual <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> drinkers have a lower risk of acquiring type 2 diabetes. 16<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over and over, studies have shown that drinking <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> can make a life-changing difference in diabetes risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A study published by the American Diabetes Association shows a striking (60%) reduction in the risk of incident type 2 diabetes in <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> drinkers. A significantly reduced risk of diabetes among <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> drinkers is consistent with other recent cohort studies. 15<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">May Lower The Risk Of Parkinson's Disease<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In one study, caffeine consumption was significantly associated with a lower risk of developing Parkinson's disease. (19) It may also reduce symptoms in those diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Improved Mood and Reduced Instances of Depression and Suicide<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Among the many reported central nervous system effects of long-term caffeine use is improvement in mood. The mood-boosting benefits are likely due to the improved delivery of dopamine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A Prospective Study of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->Coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> Drinking and Suicide in Women suggests that coffee intake may lower the risk of suicide in women. More trials and studies would help confirm this prospective study. 3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Drinking <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> may contribute to a better mood due to the magnesium content. According to the USDA Nutrient Database, 8 oz of brewed <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> provides 7 mg of magnesium, and 1 oz of espresso offers 24 mg of magnesium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lowers the Risk of Alzheimer's Disease<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Drinking three to five cups of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> per day has been found to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/puritycoffee.com\/pages\/coffee-health-benefits?rfsn=6657990.825503#alzheimers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lower the risk of Alzheimer's disease<\/a>&nbsp;by 65%.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Many studies show the risk of Alzheimer's disease is lower in those who regularly consume caffeine-containing <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> than in those who do not drink it. 10,11,12,13<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Increased Energy Levels<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You may drink coffee because it improves your energy levels. Many people find this to be true, and it has been scientifically proven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your liver breaks down the caffeine in <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> into three compounds that attach themselves to proteins that would typically receive adenosine (the chemical that makes you drowsy.) This diversion continues to take effect for about an hour after consumption. Still, it can remain in effect for up to six hours. That's why it can disrupt sleep if you have too much caffeine in the evening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you experience insomnia, try restricting your caffeine consumption to mornings only. (Including other non-<!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> forms of caffeine, such as colas, energy drinks, gum, etc.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings About Coffee and Who Should Limit Caffeine Consumption<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Pregnant women should consider limiting caffeine as it&#8221; crosses the human placenta, rapidly reaching a similar concentration in the fetus and mother.&#8221; Research has shown that too much <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> can put a pregnancy at risk. Caffeine intake for women who plan to become pregnant and for women during gestation should not exceed 300 mg\/day. 4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For Those Who Can't Drink coffee<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You may have had a bad experience with <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> in the past that left you with the feeling that coffee isn't for you. Perhaps you love how it tastes but stopped drinking <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->it<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> because it didn't love you back?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some people experience stomach upset or acid reflux.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First, are you adding sweeteners or syrups to the <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> that could be the culprit? If you add dairy, could it be related?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Black <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> from a high-quality source has so many perks!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is an area where a lot of active research is still ongoing. Toxins found in lower quality or old <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> may be to blame. Research has mixed results on whether or not naturally occurring chemical compounds in <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> may stimulate gastric acid production. There are many variables, including genetics as well as the type of coffee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Scientists have linked coffee drinking to enhanced colonic motor activity and gallbladder contraction. 8,9<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It would be a shame to miss out on the protective effect <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> drinkers experience. If you avoid <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> because it doesn't seem to love you, consider trying Purity Coffee's &#8220;protect&#8221; medium roast <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The bottom line for those who quit coffee:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You might want to give it another try. Choose a high standard, organic,&nbsp;<strong>confirmed toxin-free<\/strong>, medium-roasted <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> to make sure you are setting your stomach up for success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article is not medical advice. Of course, if your doctor gives you instructions to avoid regular <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->, you should follow their advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Choosing coffee for health benefits | Why and How I Drink Coffee Daily\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/MloeiAJxLfk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">My Mold Free Coffee Recommendation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, many <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> beans contain mold. So you want to look for mold-free coffee. Choose <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> beans that are single-origin, organic, roasted properly, and free of mold and mycotoxins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Molds and mycotoxins are not the same; mycotoxins<em>&nbsp;can be produced by certain molds<\/em>. In other words, &#8220;these fungi will not produce mycotoxins unless it's the right variety of mold, <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> moisture levels become too high, and conditions in roastery warehouses are welcoming.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Years ago, my doctor recommended I switch to a mold-free coffee after my lab results showed that I had high levels of mold toxicity. Until this recommendation, I drank expensive <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->, maybe even organic <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->, but it was not certified mold-free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The mycotoxins that contaminate many <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> beans are Ochratoxin and Aflatoxin. These mycotoxins are found in other crops besides <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> beans. For example, corn, peanut, and grape crops have tested positive for mycotoxins.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> beans, my doctor recommended <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->Purity Coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->. Their beans are certified organic and third-party tested to be free of aflatoxin b1 and other toxins. You can check out their test results right on their website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The only way to avoid drinking OTA is to choose <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> that was never contaminated in the first place. That means only choosing <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> that is laboratory tested for OTA.&nbsp;<strong><!-- tasty-links-ignore -->Purity Coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> does not and will not purchase green <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> unless it is free of Ochratoxin and Aflatoxin<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To find out more, read <a href=\"https:\/\/puritycoffee.com\/blogs\/blog\/ochratoxin-a-most-harmful-coffee-mycotoxin?rfsn=6657990.825503\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ochratoxin A: <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->Coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->&#8216;s Most Harmful Mycotoxin<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coffee Subscription<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>I switched to USDA Organic <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->Purity Coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> years ago, upon my doctors' recommendation. I've been subscribed to a 5lb bag monthly ever since. Not only does mycotoxin-free coffee taste better, but it also makes me feel better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>\u201cIt is inhumane, in my opinion, to force people who have a genuine medical need for <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> to wait in line behind people who apparently view it as some kind of recreational activity.\u201d<\/p><cite>Dave Barry<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Purity Coffee Review<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As a coffee lover, I've given my fair share of voting dollars to the coffee industry. I'd even visited local roasters!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Purity Coffee Company impressed me from the start because it was doctor-recommended and also the company's back story.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Andrew Salisbury created Purity Coffee after researching whether it was hindering or helping his wife's health. The story is incredible, and you can read it here. The bottom line is that Amber and Andrew consider optimizing their coffee intake to be one of the linchpins of their health regimen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to being certified USDA Organic <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->, Purity is also Rainforest Alliance Certified.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Rainforest Alliance Certification means they support the three pillars of sustainability: social, economic, and environmental.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Purity also offers <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> sachets with 100% Specialty-grade organic Arabica <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->, which are perfect for traveling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before switching to Purity Coffee, I was not committed to any particular brand of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->. Still, I did look for USDA Certified Organic. Now Purity is the only <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> I buy. Even if a friend or family wants to go out for <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->, I will invite them to drink <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> at my house. (I've even been known to send friends home with a bag of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> beans!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coffee Pods<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>I don't use <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> pods, but they also offer those. All of the pods are certified organic, gluten-free, as well as pesticide, mycotoxin, and mold-free. Other mycotoxin-free <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> brands exist, such as bulletproof <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> brands; however, I prefer and have exclusively used Purity for the last couple of years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choose Your Roast<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The darkest roasts, such as Italian and French roasted <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->, create a compound called acrylamide. Look for a <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> that minimizes acrylamide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The smokeless roasting process that Purity uses means that dangerous PAHs are avoided while minimizing the level of acrylamide in our <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->. Each bag of Purity coffee is carefully crafted to give a heavy dose of antioxidants while getting rid of as many unhelpful compounds as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recently, I switched over to Purity's Medium Roast, Protect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Purity Coffee is the only <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> that is produced with health as the top consideration. Every step of the way, from the organically grown plants to the fresh, nitrogen-flushed bags, Purity ensures the <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> is pure and clean. In addition to testing free of contaminants, Purity is roasted to the perfect sweet spot with the highest concentration of antioxidants and the lowest risk of carcinogenic compounds. You can be confident that your health is in good hands when you brew Purity Coffee at any temperature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For those who choose whole bean <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->, a burr <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> grinder will give you the most consistent-sized particles of ground <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->. This is important, as you'll see in the next section, that blade grinders result in inconsistent-sized <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> grounds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p><!-- tasty-links-ignore -->Coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> smells like freshly ground heaven. <\/p><cite>Jessi Lane Adams<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Make Good Coffee At Home<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You don't have to be a barista or visit a <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> shop to enjoy good <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->. The best <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> I've ever had was made in my kitchen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You'll want to pay attention to several things if you want to enjoy better <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Start with whole bean quality <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> (<!-- tasty-links-ignore -->Coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> experts say it begins to lose flavor within half an hour of grinding, so ground <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> has already lost a lot of flavor and nutrients.)<\/li><li>Using a manual or burr grinder, choose the grind size appropriate for the brewing process you plan to use in making your perfect cup of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->! Most drip-style <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> machines recommend a medium-fine grind. Remember, if you change the grind's size, it will change your <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->&#8216;s results.&#8221; For all brewing methods, if the <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> tastes bitter, use a coarser grind; if the <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> tastes sour, use a finer grind.&#8221;<\/li><li>Measure by weight, not volume. Using a ratio of 1:16 (one part <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> to 16 parts water), you can work your way up or down to what tastes suit you. Some people go as high as a 1:30 ratio. I prefer a 1:20 ratio for great coffee in a drip machine. Continue to adjust the ratio to suit your taste.<\/li><li>Use an unbleached paper filter or reusable mesh screen <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> filter and&nbsp;<strong><em>filtered<\/em><\/strong>&nbsp;tap water to complete the process. (Since <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> is mostly water, this can significantly impact the taste.)<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Some experts also recommend that you pre-warm your carafe before brewing <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> with a dripper-style home <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> machine. This is important to note as the flavor notes of your coffee change as it cools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you're using a <a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3avp5kI\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Chemex<\/a>, Moka pot, espresso machine, or another method for brewing <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->, see further instructions <a href=\"https:\/\/puritycoffee.com\/pages\/brewing-guide?rfsn=6657990.825503\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">here<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Best Way to Prepare Coffee For Maximum Benefits<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Preparing your coffee from beans freshly ground less than 15 minutes before brewing is best.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep in mind that longer brewing times require coarser grinds. If you don't like the taste of your brew, you can adjust the grind to get a different result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to The Journal of Preventative Cardiology, a home brewer or drip <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> maker with a paper filter is best. You can also use the pour-over method with a paper filter to reap the heart health benefits mentioned earlier in this article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Unfiltered coffee contains substances that increase cholesterol<\/strong>&nbsp;which are removed by a paper filter. They deemed drinking paper-filtered <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> safer than drinking no <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> at all! (<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2020\/04\/200422214101.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Science Daily<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A new study found that preparing <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> with a paper filter yields the most benefits. The study concluded that half to three cups of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> per day was&#8221; independently associated with a lower risk of all-cause and CV mortality, and incident stroke.&#8221; 7<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the healthiest cup, don't microwave your <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->! Microwaving <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> may harm some of the thousands of compounds it contains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Make only the amount of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> you intend to drink, and then drink it with intention. I got into a habit of letting my <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> go cold for a while. I hate using a microwave for anything, so that meant pouring it out or drinking it cold. That's when I decided to slow down, enjoy my <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> before it gets cold, and then move on with my day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>You may have heard a lot of Buzz about the AeroPress<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Popular with <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> lovers all over the world, the AeroPress uses a rapid, total immersion brewing process to make smooth, delicious, full-flavored <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> without bitterness and with low acidity. While the AeroPress makes a good cup of coffee, the healthiest way to prepare a cup of fresh <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> is by using an unbleached paper filter. You can find AeroPress on Amazon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>\u201cWhat do you want?&#8221;<br \/>&#8220;Just <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->. Black &#8211; like my soul.\u201d<br \/><span id=\"quote_book_link_256683\"><\/span><\/p><cite>Cassandra Clare,&nbsp;<span id=\"quote_book_link_256683\">City of Bones<\/span><\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Make French Press Coffee<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Below, you'll find a list of everything you'll need, plus step-by-step instructions for making a delicious cup of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> with a French Press. This is also referred to as press pot <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">For coffee brewing with a French press, you'll need:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>French Press <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->Coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> Maker<\/li><li>50g of coarsely ground <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --><\/li><li>28 ounces of water nearly-boiling<\/li><li>a scale<\/li><li>timer<\/li><li>a mug for drinking<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Much Coffee to Use in A French Press<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>French Press <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->Coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> is useful for making a large cup for one or two people. You'll use coarsely ground <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> for this method. Pay close attention to your brew time, over-brewed <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> will be bitter, and under-brewed will be weak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Step by Step:<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Rinse your French Press with hot water to preheat the container.<\/li><li>Add coffee and nearly boiling water, and stir just a little. You'll want to aim for a water temperature that is 195-205, which is just below boiling.<\/li><li>Wait about three and a half to four minutes. (Pouring in the water and plunging take time, you want your <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> and water to only &#8220;be together&#8221; for four minutes total.)<\/li><li>Push down the plunger to separate the grounds from the <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->.<\/li><li>Pour into a pre-warmed mug.<\/li><li>Drink and get happy!<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Coffee to Water Ratio<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>When preparing coffee in a drip <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> machine, you'll want to use a 1:16 <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> to water ratio. As mentioned earlier, some <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> lovers go as high as a 1:30 ratio. After my husband and I attended a cupping class, I discovered that we prefer a 1:20 ratio for great <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> in a drip machine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Continue to adjust the ratio to suit your taste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is one area where many people appreciate the Keurig-style <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> machines. The machine delivers a different amount of water per brew to the same amount of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> contained in a pod.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The brewing ratio for K-cups can make small, medium, or large cups with the same amount of ground <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->. This allows you to have a strong cup of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->, whereas the next person may choose one with more water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For serious <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> lovers and heavy <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> drinkers, I do not recommend using Keurig-style <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> makers. The <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> in the pods is already ground; hence it has lost both flavor and nutrition. In addition, the brew method is inadequate for a tasty cup of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Beyond the reduction in nutrients, it's possible the plastic in the cup or the aluminum in the lid may be leaching into your <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->. While some pods boast &#8220;BPA Free&#8221; that does not declare them safe. (22)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coffee Pods Not Great for the Environment<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the biggest problem with k-cups is that they are an environmental nightmare. Some companies do try to make recyclable pods, yet for the most part, they are not being recycled. They are being dumped in the landfills by the billions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Keurig machine takes up about the same space as a traditional <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> pot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.homegrounds.co\/k-cup-environmental-impact\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">environmental and financial cost of Keurig coffee cannot be justified<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Favorites: Cortado, Coffee Affogato, Iced Coffee<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>You may prefer to take a pour-over funnel, a few unbleached paper filters, and your own medium grind <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> when traveling. Not only will making <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> save you money, but you'll also likely get a better cup.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are times when I do end up at a local coffee shop. You'll see shots of various shops we've visited further down. Whether traveling or meeting up with friends, I tend to order the same <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> drink: a Cortado.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A Cortado contains espresso with a small amount of steamed milk. The small amount of milk reduces the acidity of the espresso. The Latin American Cortado is referred to as an Antoccino in Italy. In France, this drink is called Caf\u00e9 Noisette. (These are all the same drink and typically do not contain sugar.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Coffee with Dessert and Coffee as Dessert<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Many people enjoy sweetened <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->. Of course, this is a matter of preference. I only drink sweetened <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> if it is a dessert drink, which is pretty rare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On vacation once, I had a <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> affogato. At home, I use Purity Coffee to make an espresso which I then pour over a scoop of homemade vanilla ice cream. This is the most delicious affogato I've ever tasted, and while it is a rare treat, I feel good knowing it's made with organic ingredients that won't make me jittery or contribute a decline in my health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For Christmas, I sometimes make this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/gingerbread-coffee-affogato-with-triple-ginger-cookie-thins\/\">Gingerbread <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->Coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> Affogato<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"low\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC00935-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"coffee shop sign in Texas\" class=\"wp-image-4079\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC00935-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC00935-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC00935-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC00935-800x1067.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC00935-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC00935-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC00935-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption>Sign outside a <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> shop in San Antonio, Texas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>We've been known to visit multiple <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> shops in a day, especially when we are traveling. On our a trip to <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/YI-jbtL0jpY\">Cumberland Gap<\/a> we went to one <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> shop and promptly walked down the street to the<strong> only other <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> shop in town<\/strong>&#8230;&#8221;<em>just to be fair<\/em>.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-4183 size-large\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"low\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/IMG_2476-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Coffee Culture\" class=\"wp-image-4183\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/IMG_2476-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/IMG_2476-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/IMG_2476-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/IMG_2476-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/IMG_2476-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/IMG_2476-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/IMG_2476-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Kookaburra Coffee Shop in St. Augustine Florida<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>All of my daughters enjoy <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->. Meeting at <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> shops, trying new beans, that sort of thing used to be one of our favorite activities.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-4180 size-large\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"low\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/IMG_4744_2-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Coffee Culture\" class=\"wp-image-4180\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/IMG_4744_2-80x80.jpg 80w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/IMG_4744_2-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/IMG_4744_2-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/IMG_4744_2-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/IMG_4744_2-500x500.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/IMG_4744_2-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/IMG_4744_2-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/IMG_4744_2-800x800.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/IMG_4744_2-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/IMG_4744_2-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/IMG_4744_2.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption>My daughter Haley drinking <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->Coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> from Old City Java while my little Shawna enjoys a fresh made Nutella Tart in Knoxville<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>What goes best with a cup of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->? Another cup. <\/p><cite>Henry Rollins<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What To Put In Your Coffee<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When I wake up, truly, the first thing I think is, <strong><!-- tasty-links-ignore -->Coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --><\/strong>. That's almost&nbsp;always my first destination, the <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> pot. I drink my <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> with collagen powder and organic heavy cream. That's it. I'm happy with my arrangement.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-4191 size-large\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"low\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-Club-Wedding-Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-C-0243-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"View More: http:\/\/alexandcammy.pass.us\/macey-brad-wedding\" class=\"wp-image-4191\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-Club-Wedding-Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-C-0243-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-Club-Wedding-Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-C-0243-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-Club-Wedding-Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-C-0243-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-Club-Wedding-Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-C-0243-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-Club-Wedding-Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-C-0243-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-Club-Wedding-Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-C-0243-1536x1025.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Flavors! Photo credit Alex and Cammy photography Jacksonville, Florida<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>I get that a lot of people like to add flavors and sweeteners to coffee. Consider checking the ingredient list in your favorite syrups to make sure they align with your health goals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you're drinking the best coffee out there, you'll want to be choosy about what you put in it, right? However, if you buy sweetened creamer, watch the ingredients and check the sugar content. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>almond milk<\/li><li>heavy cream<\/li><li>half and half<\/li><li><span style=\"color: var(--body-color,var(--color-body)); font-family: var(--body-font-family,unset); font-size: var(--body-font-size,var(--font-size-md)); font-style: var(--body-font-style,normal); font-weight: var(--body-font-weight,unset);\">coconut milk<\/span><\/li><li>coconut oil<\/li><li>unsalted butter<\/li><li>macadamia nut milk<\/li><li>oat milk<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image wp-image-4177 size-large\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"low\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC00899-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Love coffee art\" class=\"wp-image-4177\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC00899-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC00899-400x300.jpg 400w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC00899-500x375.jpg 500w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC00899-600x450.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC00899-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC00899-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC00899-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC00899-1200x900.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC00899-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC00899-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Love <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> art<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why Do We Take So Many Photos of Coffee<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>I thought about all the photos we tend to take of coffee and when it comes down to it, my opinion is that we love coffee because of what it does for us. We're just so grateful, right? Ahhh, coffee!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As I searched through my photos for a few <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee shots, I realized just how much of my family memories revolve around going out for coffee, making coffee, having someone make ME coffee,<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> and drinking <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->! Like the fact that now that Ivy is the oldest daughter at home, she prepares my <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> pot every morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>A cup of&nbsp;gourmet <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->&nbsp;shared with a friend is happiness tasted and time well spent.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Years ago, Macey taught me how to make a good french press <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->. My mistake? Using the wrong grind! She also taught me that drinking black coffee can be good. She often orders a pour-over.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"low\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC01406-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"DSC01406\" class=\"wp-image-4178\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC01406-300x400.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC01406-600x800.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC01406-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC01406-800x1067.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC01406-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC01406-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/DSC01406-scaled.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption>Our first good coffee in China!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>In 2015, when Macey&nbsp;and I visited <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/playlist?list=PLjvlC9hrVqF2Vvx6O-Uug-34BgA1Voili\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">China<\/a> we lamented our beloved beverage for most of the trip. We finally found a good cup in Hong Kong on the last leg of our trip. Finally, satisfaction!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I actually have one of these photos&nbsp;hanging on my wall because of the <strong>warm fuzzy feeling<\/strong> it gives me every time I look at it. <em>Macey was beyond thrilled to get a good pour-over<\/em>. We were so thrilled with this <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> shop (Called N1) we even bought ourselves cups from here! You can see <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/just-like-coffee-shops-mocha-recipe\/\">mine in this post<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The reason we were giddy with happiness is that we had gone for so long without really drinking <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->, and those grueling train rides should really include either sleeping pills or strong <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->. One or the other. &nbsp;The day before we at least found a Starbucks in Guangzhou, which was suitable, but still not my favorite.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-large wp-image-4189\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img fetchpriority=\"low\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\"  src=\"https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-Club-Wedding-0242-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Photo Credit Alex and Cammy Photography\" class=\"wp-image-4189\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-Club-Wedding-0242-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-Club-Wedding-0242-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-Club-Wedding-0242-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-Club-Wedding-0242-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-Club-Wedding-0242-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-Club-Wedding-0242-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.thatorganicmom.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/07\/Macey-Brad-St-Johns-Country-Club-Wedding-0242-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption>Photo Credit Alex and Cammy Photography<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Over the years, some of the best times I've spent getting to know many<strong> good friends<\/strong> has been over a cup of <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->. I've drank coffee on <em>three continents, ten countries and I've lost track of how many states&#8230;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below you'll find my Purity Coffee review. As you can see, I am passionate about good <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore -->, and if you're still reading, I guess you are too. Try <!-- tasty-links-ignore -->Purity Coffee<!-- \/tasty-links-ignore --> and let me know what you think.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"mai-accordion\" style=\"--row-gap:var(--spacing-md);\">\n<details class=\"mai-accordion-item\"><summary class=\"mai-accordion-summary\"><span class=\"mai-accordion-title\">Sources<\/span><\/summary><div class=\"mai-accordion-content\">\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" id=\"block-6b896d62-cdbd-47ae-96b2-1c0b87c1a272\"><li>Poole, Robin et al. &#8220;Coffee consumption and health: umbrella review of meta-analyses of multiple health outcomes.&#8221;&nbsp;<em>BMJ (Clinical research ed.)<\/em>&nbsp;vol. 359 j5024. 22 Nov. 2017, doi:10.1136\/bmj.j5024<\/li><li>Jae-Hoon Bae, Jae-Hyung Park, Seung-Soon Im, Dae-Kyu Song,Coffee and health,Integrative Medicine Research,Volume 3, Issue 4,2014,Pages 189-191,ISSN 2213-4220,<a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.imr.2014.08.002\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1016\/j.imr.2014.08.002<\/a>.(<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2213422014000456\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/pii\/S2213422014000456<\/a>)<\/li><li>Kawachi I, Willett WC, Colditz GA, Stampfer MJ, Speizer FE. A Prospective Study of Coffee Drinking and Suicide in Women.&nbsp;<em>Arch Intern Med.<\/em>&nbsp;1996;156(5):521\u2013525. doi:10.1001\/archinte.1996.00440050067008<\/li><li>Nawrot P., Jordan S., Eastwood J., Rotstein J., Hugenholtz A., Feeley M. Effects of caffeine on human health.&nbsp;<em>Food Addit Contam.&nbsp;<\/em>2003;20:1\u201330.<\/li><li>J Agric Food Chem. 2009 Oct 28;57(20):9801-8. doi: 10.1021\/jf902095z. Roasted coffees high in lipophilic antioxidants and chlorogenic acid lactones are more neuroprotective than green coffees. Chu YF1, Brown PH, Lyle BJ, Chen Y, Black RM, Williams CE, Lin YC, Hsu CW, Cheng IH.<\/li><li>McCarty MF, Assanga SBI. Ferulic Acid may target MyD88-mediated pro-inflammatory signaling \u2013 Implications for the health protection afforded by whole grains, anthocyanins, and coffee. Medical Hypotheses. 2018;118:114-120<\/li><li>Judit Simon, Kenneth Fung, Zahra Raisi-Estabragh, Nay Aung, Mohammed Y Khanji, M\u00e1rton Kolossv\u00e1ry, B\u00e9la Merkely, Patricia B Munroe, Nicholas C Harvey, Stefan K Piechnik, Stefan Neubauer, Steffen E Petersen, P\u00e1l Maurovich-Horvat, Light to moderate coffee consumption is associated with lower risk of death: a UK Biobank study,&nbsp;<em>European Journal of Preventive Cardiology<\/em>, Volume 29, Issue 6, April 2022, Pages 982\u2013991,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1093\/eurjpc\/zwac008\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1093\/eurjpc\/zwac008<\/a> https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/whats-the-healthiest-way-to-brew-coffee<\/li><li>Buijs, M. M.; Kobaek-Larsen, M.; Kaalby, L.; Baatrup, G., Can coffee or chewing gum decrease transit times in Colon capsule endoscopy? A randomized controlled trial. BMC Gastroenterology 2018, 18 (1), 95-95.<\/li><li>Brown, S. R.; Cann, P. A.; Read, N. W., Effect of coffee on distal colon function. Gut 1990, 31 (4), 450-3.<\/li><li>Eskelinen, Marjo H, and Miia Kivipelto. &#8220;Caffeine as a protective factor in dementia and Alzheimer's disease.&#8221;&nbsp;<em>Journal of Alzheimer's disease : JAD<\/em>&nbsp;vol. 20 Suppl 1 (2010): S167-74. doi:10.3233\/JAD-2010-1404<\/li><li>Mendon\u00e7a, Alexandre & Cunha, Rodrigo. (2010). Therapeutic Opportunities for Caffeine in Alzheimer's Disease and Other Neurodegenerative Disorders Preface. Journal of Alzheimer's disease : JAD. 20 Suppl 1. S1-2. 10.3233\/JAD-2010-01420.<\/li><li>Arendash, Gary W, and Chuanhai Cao. &#8220;Caffeine and coffee as therapeutics against Alzheimer's disease.&#8221;&nbsp;<em>Journal of Alzheimer's disease : JAD<\/em>&nbsp;vol. 20 Suppl 1 (2010): S117-26. doi:10.3233\/JAD-2010-091249<\/li><li>Eskelinen, Marjo H et al. &#8220;Midlife coffee and tea drinking and the risk of late-life dementia: a population-based CAIDE study.&#8221;&nbsp;<em>Journal of Alzheimer's disease : JAD<\/em>&nbsp;vol. 16,1 (2009): 85-91. doi:10.3233\/JAD-2009-0920<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aicr.org\/cancer-prevention\/food-facts\/coffee\/?_ga=2.49948325.280399213.1533070277-1526721447.1533070277\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.aicr.org\/cancer-prevention\/food-facts\/coffee\/?_ga=2.49948325.280399213.1533070277-1526721447.1533070277<\/a><\/li><li>Besa Smith, Deborah L. Wingard, Tyler C. Smith, Donna Kritz-Silverstein, Elizabeth Barrett-Connor; Does Coffee Consumption Reduce the Risk of Type 2 Diabetes in Individuals With Impaired Glucose?.&nbsp;<em>Diabetes Care<\/em>&nbsp;1 November 2006; 29 (11): 2385\u20132390.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.2337\/dc06-1084\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/doi.org\/10.2337\/dc06-1084<\/a><\/li><li>Besa Smith, Deborah L. Wingard, Tyler C. Smith, Donna Kritz-Silverstein, Elizabeth Barrett-Connor; Does Coffee Consumption Reduce the Risk of Type 2 Diabetes in Individuals With Impaired Glucose?.&nbsp;<em>Diabetes Care<\/em>&nbsp;1 November 2006; 29 (11): 2385\u20132390.&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.2337\/dc06-1084\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/doi.org\/10.2337\/dc06-1084<\/a><\/li><li>For more studies on specific diseases and risk reduction see this list&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/puritycoffee.com\/pages\/coffee-health-benefits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/puritycoffee.com\/pages\/coffee-health-benefits<\/a><\/li><li>Grosso, Giuseppe et al. &#8220;Long-Term Coffee Consumption Is Associated with Decreased Incidence of New-Onset Hypertension: A Dose-Response Meta-Analysis.&#8221;&nbsp;<em>Nutrients<\/em>&nbsp;vol. 9,8 890. 17 Aug. 2017, doi:10.3390\/nu9080890<\/li><li>Hong, Chien Tai et al. &#8220;The Effect of Caffeine on the Risk and Progression of Parkinson's Disease: A Meta-Analysis.&#8221;&nbsp;<em>Nutrients<\/em>&nbsp;vol. 12,6 1860. 22 Jun. 2020, doi:10.3390\/nu12061860<\/li><li>Klatsky, Arthur L et al. &#8220;Coffee, cirrhosis, and transaminase enzymes.&#8221;&nbsp;<em>Archives of internal medicine<\/em>&nbsp;vol. 166,11 (2006): 1190-5. doi:10.1001\/archinte.166.11.1190<\/li><li>Kathryn M. Wilson, Julie L. Kasperzyk, Jennifer R. Rider, Stacey Kenfield, Rob M. van Dam, Meir J. Stampfer, Edward Giovannucci, Lorelei A. Mucci, Coffee Consumption and Prostate Cancer Risk and Progression in the Health Professionals Follow-up Study,&nbsp;<em>JNCI: Journal of the National Cancer Institute<\/em>, Volume 103, Issue 11, 8 June 2011, Pages 876\u2013884,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1093\/jnci\/djr151\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/doi.org\/10.1093\/jnci\/djr151<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/edition.cnn.com\/2016\/02\/01\/health\/bpa-free-alternatives-may-not-be-safe\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/edition.cnn.com\/2016\/02\/01\/health\/bpa-free-alternatives-may-not-be-safe\/index.html<\/a><\/li><\/ol>\n\n<\/div><\/details>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Who doesn&#8217;t love drinking coffee? I grew up making a cup for my Dad and I knew exactly how he liked it. My coffee buds (thats the taste buds reserved for coffee) have evolved over the years. 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