Many studies point to a number of health benefits of drinking coffee due to its amount of antioxidants, but it can also be an addictive habit if you drink too much coffee. Basically, if consumed the right way, coffee can be very good for you.
For you to make the most out of your cup of coffee, We share some habits that are sure to improve your health and increase your caffeine game.
Coffee and Health
9. Try “bulletproof” Coffee
Bulletproof coffee is a recipe where you add unsalted butter and MCT oil to your regular cup of black coffee. It seems strange and unusual, but many people swear by it and claim that it is creamy and delicious.
It’s also a satiating drink, which is good news for those who don’t like to eat in the morning but can’t turn down a caffeine fix upon waking.
It’s believed to increase good cholesterol while lowering triglycerides, so consider it an enhanced coffee drink.
8. Go Easy On The Sugar
Ideally, we should all drink coffee without added sugar or sweetener of any kind, but this is not the case for many people.
Sugar is one of the most harmful ingredients in the modern diet, so you should definitely moderate your consumption.
Try adding something more natural, like vanilla or stevia, to your cup of coffee. If you still want sugar, try to cut at least the normal amount in half.
7. Avoid Caffeine After 2 P.M
Coffee is a stimulant beverage, one of the reasons it is so popular. The downside is that it can disrupt your sleep cycle. You can drink 2 to 3 cups of coffee in the morning, but avoid coffee after 2 P.M. to 3 P.M. is a smart move, especially if you’re already a light sleeper.
Try switching to decaf or cup of tea in the afternoon so you can get a good night’s sleep.
6. Add Cinnamon Or Cocoa To Your Cup Of Joe
Adding cocoa to coffee is not only great as an antioxidant booster in your drink, but it is also helpful in reducing the amount of sugar you have added to your cup.
Mocha, which is a type of chocolate-flavored coffee blend, is a popular choice in restaurants around the world.
The same goes for cinnamon, a powerful thermogenic and antioxidant “superfood” that is not only incredibly beneficial for your health but also adds a spicy flavor to your coffee.
A little bit of this is more than enough, as too much can cause uncomfortable symptoms.
5. Don’t Let Your Breakfast Be Only A Cup Of Coffee
Drinking coffee on an empty stomach is not the best idea. If you haven’t eaten anything, coffee (including decaffeinated coffee) can damage the stomach lining and cause effects like heartburn and indigestion.
It can also negatively affect the nervous system, intensifying anxiety symptoms. Anyway, if you don’t want to have a full breakfast, at least snack on something before chugging down that cup of coffee.
4. Avoid Non-filtered Water
Since we tend to boil water to make coffee, we don’t care if the water is filtered or not. Coffee made with filtered water not only tastes better, but it also does not contain unwanted heavy metals from old pipes or by-products of excess chlorine disinfection that are used to decontaminate water.
It is better to choose filtered water rather than tap water for your cup of coffee.
3. Try Switching To Almond Milk
If you are a regular coffee drinker and tend to drink more than 1 or 2 cups a day, it is best to limit the amount of milk you are drinking.
Too much milk can cause uncomfortable gastrointestinal symptoms and lead to weight gain.
You can try a healthier, non-dairy option, like almond milk, as a naturally creamy alternative to cow’s milk. You can always drink it black too if that’s your thing.
2. Reduce Your Caffeine Intake
Coffee can be very addictive, so it is best to avoid drinking too much to avoid nervousness and other withdrawal symptoms.
If you don’t want to switch to decaf entirely (which is not completely caffeine-free), you can try a half and half coffee with regular and decaf.
1. Go Organic
Organic produce is always the best option available and it is no different for coffee. Common coffee beans can contain harmful traces of pesticides and synthetic fertilizers.
Certified organic coffee powder is better for your health and the environment, so consider switching to a greener alternative.
What habits are you incorporating into your coffee drinking routine? Did any of these tricks surprise you? Tell us what you think and share this article with the person who loves caffeine in your life.
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