Go ahead and enjoy some coffee today!
I’ve been meaning to post about coffee for some time now since it is something I enjoy and drink regularly. While traveling in Kenya recently, I was able to enjoy many cups of excellent coffee. So while it’s fresh on my mind, lets look at why you should go ahead and enjoy that cup of coffee and a few suggestions on how to help make it a bit healthier.
It may comes as a relief to some people that coffee can actually be a healthy drink. Coffee is naturally full of antioxidants, and several studies have recently been released pointing out natural benefits and protection that comes from these antioxidants. In addition, some studies point to some unique protective effects coffee seems to have on various parts or systems in our body.
According to recent studies, including those cited by a recent Life Extension Magazine article, these protective effects cover many diseases, including cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, liver disease, and Alzheimer’s disease. Other recent studies cited by many media outlets including ABC News also link consumption of 3 or more cups of coffee a day to increased protection from the most common type of skin cancer. It is interesting to note that the key in this particular study seems to be the caffeine, as drinkers of decaf did not seem to get the same protective benefit.
Coming up – tips for making that next cup of coffee even healthier; things you can do to maximize the healthy benefits that coffee can bring to a healthy lifestyle.
It’s been good to know that they are finding healthy reasons to drink coffee now so many do not have to feel guilty about their morning pleasure. Looking forward to seeing more tips on coffee soon.