Tag: Coffee

Caffeine may improve mental and physical performance if used appropriately as an alternative to the commercial products like shakes and protein powders. Although coffee is the most popular caffeine-containing beverage, its effect on athletic performance is debatable due to varying caffeine content. Moderate caffeine intake (up to 400 mg) may benefit performance by reducing pain and exhaustion and improving alertness.

Caffeine, the widely used legal drug, is present in tea, sodas, energy drinks, and even medicines. Regular consumption of too much caffeine can cause caffeine overdose and result in negative effects like sleep deprivation, nutrient malabsorption, and hormonal imbalance. Know the side effects of caffeine intake, the products that contain caffeine, and how much of caffeine is good for your health.

How you start your day sets the tone for the entire day ahead. If you are stressed and tired in the morning, you can...

When you’re a diabetic, almost everything in your life revolves around maintaining a normal blood sugar level. But while you might be doing everything...

This paleo friendly coffee drink contains coconut oil, coconut milk, and cocoa powder. These ingredients help reduce inflammation and improve heart health by providing antioxidants and increasing levels of HDL without affecting levels of LDL. Freeze the coconut milk in ice cubes. Blend your coffee with the oil, vanilla, and cocoa powder. Pour the drink over the frozen cubes in a serving glass and enjoy.

Coffee is rich in antioxidants making it beneficial to your health. However, adding sugar, flavored syrups, or high-fat cream can affect your waistline and negatively impact your health in the long run. To make coffee healthy, substitute cow's milk for almond or soy milk, avoid whipped cream, and add spices like cardamom or cinnamon to it to enhance its flavor. Ensure that you limit your coffee intake to prevent health risks associated with it.

True that coffee is just amazing. Coffee can rejuvenate you anywhere and at any hour of the day, thanks to its caffeine content and...

If you’ve come across the term coffee nap or caffeine nap and are wondering what it is, then you’ve come to the right place....

Bone health is often overlooked, but changing your lifestyle will protect your bones. Start by avoiding soda, which is full of phosphorous, caffeine, and sugar. At high levels, these ingredients impair calcium absorption and excretion. Go easy on the coffee, too. If you’re physically inactive, lift weights to protect your bones. Do your best to quit smoking, a habit that reduces bone mineral density. Ditch the high heels to prevent injury and promote better alignment of your joints.

Most of us try to drink eight glasses of water a day, but sometimes, we crave something a little less...boring. Unfortunately however, most thirst-quenchers...

Coffee, undoubtedly, is one of the most popular beverages around the world. Many have claimed that they just cannot survive without coffee. However, if...

Certain days are hectic, tiring, and stressful. And, on these days, it's important to give your body an energy boost. Stretching after you wake up burns calories, boosts your mood, and increases alertness. Meditation improves focus and attention. Listening to music reduces anxiety and fatigue. Eating smaller meals prevents an afternoon slump. Drinking water regularly prevents tiredness. The colors yellow, red, and orange improve alertness. Lastly, time your coffee for a short-term energy boost.

Both green tea and green coffee supplements can support weight loss. Which is better? Green tea can burn energy through metabolism, thermogenesis, and fat oxidation and even suppress appetite. Green coffee also boosts metabolism while decreasing lipid absorption, but it decreases the expression of genes in fat cells. There’s more promising research behind green tea extract, but you’d need to drink many cups of tea. Supplements are an easy way to reap the benefits.

Have you been noticing more stray hair than normal on your pillowcase? And on your combs? Some hair fall is natural and healthy. But...

The things at your home may be the reason for your unexplained tiredness. Watching TV at night can disrupt your sleep patterns. Similarly, caffeine intake can disrupt your sleep cycles causing you to feel tired during the day. Wi-Fi connections, air conditioners, and cell phones may also have the same effect. Color your walls blue for calm feelings and expose to sunlight for better melatonin production.