Coffee
Coffee Improves Mental Performance
“A mathematician is a machine for turning coffee into theorems.”
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How Much is too Much Coffee?
“Provided it’s taken in moderation we don’t need to see coffee as a threat to health, but the recommendation is enjoy in moderation,” says a spokeswoman for the British Dietetic Association.
They say too much coffee is harmful and that you must keep your intake in moderation. But what constitutes moderate [...]
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When NOT to Drink Coffee
There are certain medications and supplements that don’t blend well with caffeine. It’s best you go cold turkey when taking them.
Certain Antibiotics
There are antibacterial medications that interfere with the proper breakdown of caffeine. The effect is that caffeine’s stay in your system is lengthened. This then amplifies any possible undesirable [...]
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Will Coffee Help You Sober Up?
It’s a myth you’ll have to get over with. Sure, coffee perks you up. But it’s not any good at lowering blood alcohol levels. Maybe you should reach for a glass of water instead.
One thing though, coffee is good for your hang-over. Alcohol is great at giving you thumping [...]
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Go Cold Turkey when You’re Pregnant!
by Djulia Montana P. de Veyra
So you’re pregnant. Now the doctor asks you if you’ve been using any form of drug. You readily say no. Well, think again. You may actually be taking large doses of a psychoactive drug. What else could it be if not caffeine? One thing, [...]
Coffee Helps Fight Parkinson’s Disease
by Djulia Montana ‘tahna’ de Veyra
Coffee has been found to help decrease the risk of acquiring Parkinson’s disease. This is yet another reason for you to feel less guilty every time you drink your favorite cup of jolt juice.
Parkinson’s Disease
Parkinson’s disease is characterized by problems in the central nervous system, with symptoms [...]
7Apr2008 | tahna | 1 comment | Continued
Coffee—Your Top Source of Essential Antioxidants
by Djulia Montana ‘tahna’ de Veyra
This is yet another good news for coffee lovers—your favorite drink is the top source of antioxidants. This news is not new though and has been the buzz for quite some time now.
“Americans get more of their antioxidants from coffee than any other dietary source. [...]
6Apr2008 | tahna | 0 comments | Continued
What’s with the Stigma Attached to Coffee?
by Djulia Montana ‘tahna’ de Veyra
There has always been a stigma attached to coffee. Despite the influx of studies claiming that coffee actually offers health benefits, people still hardly think of coffee as something that’s good for them. Hmmm.. What could be the reason behind this?
Looking Back
It’s been 27 years since the [...]