11/02/2025
Coffee is healthy?
Research now shows that moderate coffee intake, 3 cups of paper filtered coffee per day, slows biological age and a reduces the onset numerous diseases.
Why? Clorogenic acid, caffeine, polyphenols and a series of other biological agents have numerous positive effects on human physiology.
Timing matters. Consume coffee in the morning to mid day. No later.
Every 6 months take off 5 days to make yourself more sensitive to it.
Brewing method matters. Filtered and mold free is best. French press, boiled and espresso are not as good.
300mg of caffeine enhances physical performance especially endurance. Lasts about 3 hours
150mg enhances cognitive functioning for 3 hours.
Type of coffee matters.
A. Higher altitude near equator and grown in volcanic soil are the best coffees.
B. Ethiopian and Kenyan coffee are best. Water washed.
C. Medium roast Robusta beans are top of the list.
What exactly do we know from the research?
1. 27% less all cause death.
2. 50% less dementia risk.
3. 31% less cardiovascular deaths.
4. 60% reduction in the development of metabolic disease like diabetes.
5. 20% reduction in liver cancer
6. 10% reduction in endometrial cancers.
7. 23% less DNA damage that is associated with cancer and aging.
8. Gut health enhancement by promoting beneficial bacteria and production of a protective mucus layer in the intestine.
What should go into your coffee?
Black is best. If you are not so hard core, almond milk is beneficial.
MCT oil however is the best addition since it enhances the cognitive function of coffee.
L Theanine at 200mg further increases cognitive function.
Bottoms up!
