If you wanted an excuse to drink coffee, you came to the right place! It's no secret that coffee provides an extra boost of energy throughout the day, but did you know there are other health benefits coming from your daily coffee? Let me give you a few facts you can use next time somebody tries to talk you out of getting a coffee!
1. Coffee helps you stay alert, focused, and improve physical performance.
We obviously have to start with the most well-known fact about coffee. That is; the caffeine increases your energy levels to help you stay focused and it improves your mental alertness. Did you know coffee can also improve your physical performance? The caffeine in your coffee also increases the adrenaline levels in your blood and can improve a workout by 11-12%! Think about that before your next workout.
2. Coffee lowers the risk of many health issues.
Caffeine decreases your insulin sensitivity and impairs glucose tolerance, which means that coffee reduces your risk of type 2 diabetes. High caffeine levels in your blood also reduces the risk of Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's, AND dementia! Who would've known? Moderate coffee consumption can even reduce the odds of developing colorectal cancer by up to 26%.
3. Coffee improves mood and reduces risk of depression.
Caffeine boosts the production of neurotransmitters such as; serotonin, dopamine, and noradrenaline. These all elevate your mood, making you happier and more fun to be around. On top of improving your mood, coffee can also decrease your risk of becoming depressed by 20%. Two cups of coffee a day can prevent the risk of suicide by 50%! What a lifesaver!
Final Thoughts
As we've learned, coffee can be very beneficial for our health. On top of that, it can also be delicious! At Cups and Pups, we have a perfect coffee for everyone. Come on in and find your favorite today or click our logo below to view our website!
*Statistics from this post are from "12 Health Benefits and 6 Disadvantages of Coffee- SMASHING IT!"
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