A lot of people love coffee, some can’t stand it, and others are somewhere in between. No matter how you feel about it, adding coffee to your daily routine might actually be a good thing. Whether you like it with cow’s milk, oat milk, or your own go-to alternative, we prefer ours straight up as a rich espresso.
Coffee is packed with antioxidants like chlorogenic acids and polyphenols, which help fight off free radicals in your body. These can lower stress levels and might even slow down aging, as well as help reduce the risk of diseases like cancer, heart disease, and Type 2 diabetes.
It’s also been linked to brain health, possibly lowering the risk of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. Coffee’s anti-inflammatory effects can be a huge plus for overall health, especially for those dealing with conditions like Ulcerative Colitis.
Now, some of us on the team don’t handle “real” coffee too well—it can spike anxiety and make you feel pretty shitty for a few hours. But don’t worry, because decaf coffee offers the same health perks without the crash. That’s right—you can still enjoy the benefits with a decaf cup, minus the jitters.
One last thing to note is the recommendation to wait at least 90 minutes before tucking into your morning brew. This allows your body time to naturally process and utilise the morning spike of cortisol, the hormone that helps you feel alert. Delaying coffee intake might help optimize the effects of caffeine and could potentially reduce the likelihood of an afternoon crash.
And if you’re not a fan of the taste yet, don’t stress! There’s always time to learn to love it—especially with all these health boosts on the table.
One a day is just fine!
- Packed with antioxidants, coffee can help reduce stress and lower the risk of diseases like cancer and heart disease
- It supports brain health, potentially reducing the risk of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
- Decaf offers the same health benefits, minus the anxiety or jitters from regular coffee