Have you ever thought about it? If Ethiopian farmers had not discovered coffee by chance, what drink would accompany our pleasant conversations? Which beverage would be given the same beautiful meanings as coffee? What drink would be worth 40 years of memory other than a cup of foamy coffee?
Frankly, as a coffee-loving dietitian, I cannot replace coffee with any other drink. Of course, this is due to the fact that it is indispensable for good conversations, is a pleasant-smelling drink, and is also a functional health drink. I'm sure you can't help yourself without drinking at least one cup of coffee a day. So, how well do you know the functional health drink coffee? Now I will tell you about the healthy world of coffee... Enjoy reading!
- It accelerates your metabolism and facilitates fat burning!
Studies show that drinking coffee It says that coffee increases your metabolic rate by 3-11%. Thanks to the caffeine it contains, it increases adrenaline level and sports performance. How about getting 11-12% more efficiency from your workout by drinking coffee half an hour before your workout? You can also include coffee in your snacks. However, what you need to pay attention to here is that coffee is not a meal on its own…
-Coffee energizes your internal energy!
Coffee contains caffeine, norepinephrine and By activating dopamine, it gives your body a 'come on, come on' signal. Studies show that coffee increases your memory, attention and cognitive functions. Caffeine begins to show this effect 10 minutes after the first sip.
- DEPRESSION is the disease of our age!
With increasing traffic, air pollution and work stress, we all Sometimes we find ourselves in the hands of depression. And most of us share our loneliness and distress with a cup of coffee. Do not worry! Research shows that coffee comes to our rescue in such a situation. According to a study conducted in 2011 at Harvard Department of Public Health and Nutrition, it was observed that women who drank 4 cups of coffee a day had a 20% lower risk of depression. Did you know that in the 1970s, coffee was produced in Thailand instead of opium?
-A powerful antioxidant!
A cup of coffee contains an average of 150-550 mg of antioxidants. Yes! You're right, it's too high. In fact, it has higher antioxidant content than green tea and cocoa! And another good news for you is that with this feature, coffee prevents cell damage and fights aging together with you. ☺
-Whoever doesn't want to get Alzheimer's should drink coffee!
It ranks first in neurological degeneration diseases. He has Alzheimer's disease. In a study conducted at the University of South Florida and the University of Miami on people aged 65 and over, it was observed that people with high blood caffeine levels were diagnosed with Alzheimer's later.
-Oh! Coffee causes cellulite! (mu) ?
We always hear, 'I drink a lot of coffee, but I don't have cellulite.' or 'I never drink coffee, why do I have so much cellulite?' Research has recently shown that The caffeine contained in coffee increases the enzymes that break down fat. And this helps to eliminate cellulite.
HOW MUCH AND HOW SHOULD WE DRINK?
Okay, we got it. . Coffee is truly a storehouse of health. So, if you are wondering how much and how to drink, here is the answer for you:
The upper limit of recommended daily caffeine consumption is 400 mg. Caffeine content varies depending on the content and amount of coffee. 1 cup of coffee contains an average of 60-130 mg of caffeine.
It is important that the coffee is made without sugar, cream or powdered milk. Therefore, you should choose your coffee without sugar or with milk. If you want to save calories, the solution is: Using light milk.
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