There are many legends and myths about coffee, from the fact that it is not at all healthy to the fact that it can even kill!
If you drink a cup of coffee a day, nothing bad will happen to you.
And if you exclude this drink, you will definitely become more energetic!
An expert of the online publication Belnovosti, a certified nutritionist and specialist in rational nutrition, Elena Malyutina , will tell you how coffee affects our body.
Creates the illusion of energy
The most obvious fact is that this drink contains caffeine, which excites our nervous system. And here is one nuance - after raising energy for 3-4 hours, a "coffee hangover" will set in, which will last 10-12 hours!
The person will think more slowly and feel lethargic.
Here it is important to understand how you like to live - in the style of a marathon or a sprint? If you want to run a long distance, then coffee will only hinder you.
Leads to disruption of sleep quality
Caffeine affects sleep phases, namely it shortens the deep sleep phase. If you feel sleep-deprived in the morning and still drink coffee every day, this is another reason to give it up.
Decreased sleep quality leads to irritability, deterioration of concentration and memory.
Increases excess acidity in the body
The pH, or acidity measure, of coffee is about 4. When it meets the acid in the stomach, coffee irritates our mucous membranes. If you have gastritis, erosion or ulcers, you should give up coffee!
Increases heart rate
Coffee drunk in the morning increases heart rate, blood pressure and blood sugar levels. If you have heart pathologies, then coffee is contraindicated for you.
Removes vitamins and minerals from the body
Those who have brittle hair and nails, as well as dental problems, should pay particular attention to this, because coffee washes calcium, magnesium and B vitamins out of the body.
It is addictive
It will take at least 6 weeks to get used to going without caffeine. Caffeine withdrawal from the body takes 4-5 days and is accompanied by headaches. If symptoms become more pronounced, eliminate coffee from your diet more slowly, reducing the number of servings each day.
Remember that coffee is a drink, but not water! Therefore, do not forget to replenish the water-salt balance of the body, 100 ml of coffee = 100 ml of pure water. ⠀⠀
Any product can cause harm if consumed thoughtlessly. Food can be a medicine, or it can turn into poison. Moderation in everything is an important component!
