Coffee has been here for a while. Some of you consume a good
number cups per day, while others have it in moderation. Doctors
recommend taking moderate amounts as too much of it has its side effects
too. To make sure that you preserve its health benefits, avoid adding
sugar or generally anything that will interfere with its taste. Cold or
warm, one cup or three cups, however you take it, coffee does have its
health benefits and here are just some of them.
· Improves your reproductive system
Yes,
it is true! Coffee lowers the risk of prostate cancer in men and
endometrial cancer in women. How often? For men, consume at least six or
more cups a day and reduce the risk by 20 percent. For the women, more
than four cups of coffee a day will do just fine.
· Improves mental health
Most
of you love coffee in the morning because of its effect on your
productivity. There is more to it than that as it helps reduce risk of
dementia, Alzheimer's, as well as Parkinson's disease, which are all
conditions affecting the brain. Coffee has antioxidants that prevent
damage to brain cells and boost the effects of cells involved in
cognitive function. It has also been proven to activate a DNA-repairing
protein in cells which means it prevents DNA damage that can lead to
cells becoming cancerous.
· Help You Burn Fat
Looking
at most commercial fat burning supplements, you will always find coffee
present and there is a good reason for that. Caffeine is known to raise
your metabolism and increases the oxidation of fatty acids. It can also
improve athletic performance by mobilizing fatty acids from the fat
tissues, which are used for various mechanisms. With a higher metabolic
rate, your body will definitely lose a few extra pounds and with a
lighter body, your overall physical performance is increased.
· Good for your Liver
The
liver is an extraordinary organ, carrying hundreds of vital functions
in the body. It is very defenseless to insults such as excess
consumption of alcohol, smoking and fructose, which are known to destroy
it. These habits cause severe conditions such as Cirrhosis, known to
permanently damage the liver since the liver tissue has been largely
replaced by scar tissue. Studies have shown that coffee can lower the
risk of cirrhosis by as much as 80% and lower the risk of liver cancer
at the same time. So do not feel guilty for having your coffee
subscription next time they deliver some to you!
By
Elen Moja
