Coffee has been an indispensable part of daily life and culture in Turkey since the past. It is consumed at almost every hour, after meals and on the way to work in the morning.
While we kept our connection with coffee limited to Turkish coffee in the past, we have also shown interest in new types of coffee, especially in recent years. Some say, 'You need to drink it plain to get the real taste.' In the younger age group, there is a tendency towards flavored coffees depending on personal tastes.
More than half of the coffee grown from the seeds of coffee trees grown in tropical countries is produced in Brazil. There are different types of coffee depending on the characteristics of the region where it is grown. Coffee seeds are roasted first. During roasting, the water in the coffee seeds is lost and aromatic essences, tannin and caffeine that give coffee its taste are formed. However
We can say that coffee itself does not contain calories, but its energy values increase with the milk, sugar and cream added to it.
Caffeine in coffee; It stimulates muscle nerves, stimulates gastric secretion and increases metabolic rate.
Coffee also helps in diarrhea with its high potassium content.
In case of excessive consumption;
✔Caffeine causes sudden increases in blood pressure. In some individuals, it may cause disorders such as irregular heartbeats, heart palpitations or tachycardia.
✔Bone loss: It has been reported that excessive caffeine intake increases urinary calcium excretion. It may increase the risk of osteoporosis in individuals. In order to balance this loss, individuals who consume too much coffee should try to consume plenty of calcium-rich foods.
✔Caffeine has a diuretic effect. It increases urine volume and output. The diuretic effect depends on the amount of caffeine. As caffeine intake increases, the amount of fluid excretion also increases.
✔It may cause sleep disorders. Its stimulating effect makes it difficult to fall asleep or may affect sleep quality. It may cause tension and aggression in mood.
✔ Many studies have found that caffeine intake of more than 300 mg per day delays pregnancy. Because excessive amounts of caffeine consumption negatively affects ovulation.
The amount of caffeine varies depending on the type of coffee, its amount and whether it is caffeinated or not. Average 1 cup It contains 80 mg caffeine in Turkish coffee, 90 mg in 200 ml granulated coffee, 3-5 mg in decaffeinated coffee, 120-150 mg in cappuccino, and 100 mg in 60 ml espresso coffee (plain).
Limit your coffee consumption to 2 cups per day. Keeping it will be positive for your health. If you consume decaffeinated coffee, this amount can be increased a little more. Let's not forget that there is caffeine in tea. If you consume tea during the day, it is useful to pay attention to the amounts.
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