Coffee is not just an early morning drink that perks you up. It is not just the hot, dark-colored liquid you enjoy during a cold night or afternoon with a friend.
Although affected by several factors, coffee contains potassium, magnesium, niacin, and a number of micronutrients. Here are some health benefits coffee could offer if taken in moderation, preferably up to 3-5 cups a day:
Antioxidant
Coffee has an antioxidant property such as melanoidin, chlorogenic acid, and N-methyl pyridinium that protects our body from free radicals that tend to harm our cells according to Authority Nutrition. It is also the number one source of antioxidant in Western diet, compared to fruits and vegetables may it be decaffeinated or not.
Energy Booster
Almost everyone knows that coffee has caffeine that serves as a stimulant for the central nervous system. When absorbed into the bloodstream, it blocks the neurotransmitter adenosine, increasing norepinephrine and dopamine that would result to enhancing your mood, energy level, and reaction time. Performance level is also increased due to the increase in epinephrine, responsible for the "fight or flight" reaction as posted on Live Strong. It also helps burn fat and converts it to body fuel.
Help you live longer
Many studies were published about coffee decreasing the risk of Diabetes Mellitus Type II, which affects about 300 million of the world's population. As posted in Independence, one doctor said that the bioactive compounds found in coffee reduce systemic inflammation and insulin resistance.
It also lowers the risk getting the disease of up to 30%. Coffee is said to lower the risk of having Parkinson's disease up to 60% and Alzheimer's disease of up to 65%. The risk of having liver diseases is also down by 22% and liver cancer by 40% due to coffee consumption of up to three cups per day.
These are some of the reasons why you should not miss that cup of coffee everyday. Now, don't think twice of grabbing a cup or two, it is actually good for you. Be cleansed, boosted, and live longer.
