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Coffee is a beverage revered by many as their wake up call. In fact, many people cannot go a day without downing at least 2-3 cups, and that is just in the morning.
Coffee comes in various flavors, sizes, and texture so that for every person, there is a perfect brew just waiting to be discovered. It is more than just an energy boost and has both good and bad sides to its consumption. Let’s examine both spectrums, shall we?
Benefits
1. Increase your metabolic rate
With coffee, you can naturally boost your metabolic rate and this is so helpful in those that are obese or want to shed some weight. Coffee also improves physical brain performance and makes you less tired, preparing you for the day’s activities.
So if you are one who doesn’t naturally have a high metabolism, you need not blame it on the genes. Instead, find a healthy to make coffee drinking part of your routine.
2. Anti-carcinogenic
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As deadly as cancer may be coffee reduces its risk, especially colorectal and liver cancers. It contains important vitamins and antioxidants which help fight the daily battles of the cells and at large, the body system.
It is worthy of note that other foods which contain a good amount of antioxidants, and not just coffee alone can also help achieve this.
3. Reduces the risk of diabetes
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Diabetes being the menace it is in the global world today affects millions of individuals.
So it should be good news for coffee drinkers that it helps reduce the predisposition to this disease significantly; the decrease has been shown to be about 23-50% for type 2 diabetes.
4. Neurological benefits
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It functions as an antidepressant and reduces the risk of Alzeihemer, dementia, and Parkinson disease, which are common neurodegenerative disease associated with aging. Coffee is a stimulant that blocks the inhibitory neurotransmitters and acts as a mild antidepressant, keeping you positive and less sad.
This quality makes it good for people who are aged; of course when taken in moderation
Disadvantages
1. Addictive
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Coffee contains caffeine which confers some type of dependency on them. Although this is not as bad as cocaine, it is bad enough, especially when consumed frequently and in high quantity.
This is a flaw of such stimulant substances, especially in people who know the good it does for them in terms of alertness and productivity, and as such, their threshold could increase requiring more volume of intake to achieve the desired effect.
2. Diuretic effect
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Frequent urination is a common side effect of caffeine consumption.
Several studies have shown that high caffeine intake significantly increased the risk of developing urinary incontinence in the future, so try to cut back on your coffee intake if you can.
3. Insomnia
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Coffee is also prized for its ability to keep one awake, especially if you are working on an important project or preparing for an exam or test. However, too much coffee can affect your normal sleep-wake cycle, leaving you restless and tired in the morning.
Although coffee has its advantages, let’s face it, we all know just how important a good night’s rest can be for our functionality on the following day. Knowing that too much coffee can cause a lack of it, caution should definitely be exercised in its intake.
4. Raises blood pressure and heart rate
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Although coffee does not seem to increase the risk of heart disease or stroke in some people, elevated blood pressure may predispose to some cardiovascular diseases and even affect the brain. Coffee can raise the heart rate if taken in an increased amount which is bad for the heart.
Coffee like many other foods is one of those that you need to take wisely. Now that you are aware of the benefits and disadvantages, find a plan that works for you, and take every cup with your health in mind.
