Coffee and caffeine addicts everywhere will tell you: “My day doesn’t start until I've had my coffee (or hot tea, or whichever source of caffeine you choose).” Are we “coffee crazies” looking for ways to validate our obsession with brewed goodness? Yes we are! Have we found some legitimate scientific proof? Yes we have! It’s always comforting to find medical evidence that one of your favorite things can actually be good for you. But with anything we find ourselves dependent on, there are always risks or measures we should take to make sure we aren’t consuming too much of any one thing. Is caffeine really good for you? What are some risks about caffeine that we should be aware of? Pour yourself a cup of your favorite brew and let’s unlock the mysteries about caffeine.
Caffeine is a natural substance found mostly in coffee, tea, and cacao plants, and it is classified as a stimulant, meaning that it stimulates your brain and your nervous system to keep you awake and alert for a certain period of time. Research shows that nearly 80% of the people on planet earth consume something with caffeine in it everyday, while those of us in North America bump that figure up to 90%. The USDA classifies a safe caffeine consumption as 400 mg per day, which equals up to anywhere from 2-4 cups of coffee per day, depending on cup size and volume.
Caffeine occurs naturally in the leaves, seeds and nuts of various plants that are picked, harvested and produced and added to different products. Everyone knows the obvious items containing caffeine, but it takes up residence in other things that just might surprise you.
Caffeine does a fantastic job at keeping us awake and going, but there are MANY more benefits to it, some that may just surprise you. Whether you get your caffeine from coffee, tea, sodas, or chocolate, this compound packs a healthier “punch” than most people realize!
As we have outlined the many benefits of caffeine, there are some negative risks that everyone should be aware of:
Careful Consumption
Like the vast majority of people, my day ALWAYS begins at my coffee maker. No coffee, no productivity in my world. Whatever forms of caffeine you consume, always make sure you do so within the realms of what your doctor says is best for you and your situation. One thing is certain for me now, I feel a lot better about my daily morning coffee ritual. Enjoy your favorite cup of whatever beverage you choose, and be thankful for a world in which we have so many good choices!
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Sources:
https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/top-13-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-coffee
https://www.webmd.com/diet/caffeine-health-benefits#1
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