When first attempting a brainstorm for the topic of my debut blog post, I was confident the process would be quick and smooth. There are so many topics I find truly interesting and would love to write about that I thought I would have it easy selecting from such a wealth of options. I was wrong. Fitness, books, girls, books about fit girls; the list was seemingly endless. As someone who prefers to delve into many interests as opposed to exhausting one, my enthusiasm for a wide variety of topics became a hindrance. So, I decided to post on something simple but commonly misunderstood. Enter everyone’s favourite morning fix, coffee.
Before we jump into the lollipops and rainbows that are the benefits of coffee, it is necessary to address all the misinformed slander that continues to circulate. Every coffee lover deals with this when they inform the wrong co-worker that the reason they are more focused, fit, and regular than them is because they are currently enjoying their fourth americano of the morning. The first, and really only valid, point that many Coke Zero enthusiasts will make is that habitual coffee drinking can lead to slightly discoloured teeth over time. Unfortunately this is probably true, however, it is interesting to note that not all is lost for your oral health as coffee drinkers have a lower occurrence of cavities than non-drinkers.
The only other potential health risk commonly (and unfairly) associated with coffee drinkers is a higher risk for cardiovascular disease. When asked to explain why this might be true, the accuser is bound to ramble on about higher levels of stress on the heart. Fortunately, science has shown this to be a false accusation as more recent studies with less information bias are dispelling that myth. We can conclude from all of this that coffee may not be for everyone. Those that plan on pursuing a career acting in Colgate commercials may want to stop reading here. Everyone else interested in a lower risk for cancer, an improved mood, and a better performing body should read on.
Next, we come to the reason that most of us drink coffee: the mood boosting effects. Every coffee enthusiast is familiar with the sweet spot that emerges following the second cup each morning when focus, productivity, and general mood are at a high. Obviously, this is no coincidence as scientists have shown that just the aroma of coffee has brain boosting effects. More recently, the world’s most popular caffeinated beverage has been shown to reduce incidences of depression by as much as 20% and even lower the risk of suicide. Also noteworthy is the fact that decaffeinated coffee did not offer the same benefits which makes the findings even sweeter for stimulant happy people like myself. One final mood boosting benefit of coffee, and the one most intriguing for a young male like me, is that it has been shown to boost female sex drive. No one should look at a coffeehouse date the same ever again.
Moving on, what may be most appealing about coffee for the general population is a lower risk for developing many diseases. Notable for males is that one of their greatest killers, prostate cancer, can potentially be avoided with a few shots of espresso every day. According to a study out of Harvard, heavy coffee drinkers are less likely to develop prostate cancer. Furthermore, the caffeine in coffee can reduce the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease as well as cirrhosis of the liver. It really can do everything.
Amazingly, while saving lives and improving moods all around the globe, tea’s stimulant junkie cousin coffee still finds time to help people look better and run faster. Studies out of the University of Toronto and Columbia University show that the caffeine and mannooligosaccharides (sugars) from the coffee bean can help people shed fat and maintain their weight. Never one to disappoint, coffee also has some show with its go helping to improve athlete sprinting performance and strength. It not only helps you live longer, but it helps you live better.
Whether you want to lose fat, study harder, drink harder, or live longer a visit to your local barista is just what James Chalmers ordered. In the quest to improve their lives, most people tend to overcomplicate and overanalyse the situation and look for the newest, shiniest solution to their problems. What more people need is another look at back to basics solutions. In my opinion, freshly brewed coffee is one of the simplest and most enjoyable ways to increase your quality of life. And yes, it keeps you regular. James Chalmers approves.
Before we jump into the lollipops and rainbows that are the benefits of coffee, it is necessary to address all the misinformed slander that continues to circulate. Every coffee lover deals with this when they inform the wrong co-worker that the reason they are more focused, fit, and regular than them is because they are currently enjoying their fourth americano of the morning. The first, and really only valid, point that many Coke Zero enthusiasts will make is that habitual coffee drinking can lead to slightly discoloured teeth over time. Unfortunately this is probably true, however, it is interesting to note that not all is lost for your oral health as coffee drinkers have a lower occurrence of cavities than non-drinkers.
The only other potential health risk commonly (and unfairly) associated with coffee drinkers is a higher risk for cardiovascular disease. When asked to explain why this might be true, the accuser is bound to ramble on about higher levels of stress on the heart. Fortunately, science has shown this to be a false accusation as more recent studies with less information bias are dispelling that myth. We can conclude from all of this that coffee may not be for everyone. Those that plan on pursuing a career acting in Colgate commercials may want to stop reading here. Everyone else interested in a lower risk for cancer, an improved mood, and a better performing body should read on.
Next, we come to the reason that most of us drink coffee: the mood boosting effects. Every coffee enthusiast is familiar with the sweet spot that emerges following the second cup each morning when focus, productivity, and general mood are at a high. Obviously, this is no coincidence as scientists have shown that just the aroma of coffee has brain boosting effects. More recently, the world’s most popular caffeinated beverage has been shown to reduce incidences of depression by as much as 20% and even lower the risk of suicide. Also noteworthy is the fact that decaffeinated coffee did not offer the same benefits which makes the findings even sweeter for stimulant happy people like myself. One final mood boosting benefit of coffee, and the one most intriguing for a young male like me, is that it has been shown to boost female sex drive. No one should look at a coffeehouse date the same ever again.
Moving on, what may be most appealing about coffee for the general population is a lower risk for developing many diseases. Notable for males is that one of their greatest killers, prostate cancer, can potentially be avoided with a few shots of espresso every day. According to a study out of Harvard, heavy coffee drinkers are less likely to develop prostate cancer. Furthermore, the caffeine in coffee can reduce the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease as well as cirrhosis of the liver. It really can do everything.
Amazingly, while saving lives and improving moods all around the globe, tea’s stimulant junkie cousin coffee still finds time to help people look better and run faster. Studies out of the University of Toronto and Columbia University show that the caffeine and mannooligosaccharides (sugars) from the coffee bean can help people shed fat and maintain their weight. Never one to disappoint, coffee also has some show with its go helping to improve athlete sprinting performance and strength. It not only helps you live longer, but it helps you live better.
Whether you want to lose fat, study harder, drink harder, or live longer a visit to your local barista is just what James Chalmers ordered. In the quest to improve their lives, most people tend to overcomplicate and overanalyse the situation and look for the newest, shiniest solution to their problems. What more people need is another look at back to basics solutions. In my opinion, freshly brewed coffee is one of the simplest and most enjoyable ways to increase your quality of life. And yes, it keeps you regular. James Chalmers approves.
