HEALTH: Know more about Coffee & Coconut Water!!

How Coffee Affects Your Health !!

The coffee has joined the list of unusual foods with health benefits just like the wine, chocolate and popcorns. According to the 13 years study by the National Cancer Institute of USA, was concluded that people who frequently drink coffee have 16% lower risk of early death.

Here are 10 situations where coffee can help – but if the cream and sugar are reduced.

1. Prevention of gallstones In a research conducted by Harvard in 2002, was found that women who drank at least 4 (four) cups of coffee a day have 25% reduced risk for gallstones. A former research has shown similar results with men.

2. Prevention of depression Women who drink two (2) or three (3) cups of coffee a day have 15% less chances to have depression, while those who drank four (4) cups of coffee a day, are reducing the chances to 20%.

3. Memory improvement Coffee helps with long-term and short-term memory. Interestingly, a study in 2007 showed that women (but not men) with the –age of 65 and older, who drank more than three (3) cups of coffee a day, had better results on memory tests than those who drank only one (1) cup of coffee per day.

4. Reduced risk of diabetes The studies have shown that people who drink more coffee have smaller chances for diabetes type 2.

5. Reduced risk for cancer The consummation of coffee is linked with the reduced risk of breast cancer, prostate cancer and liver cancer. A study done in Sweden in 2008, shows that drinking at least two (2) to three (3) cups of coffee daily reduces the risk or delays the start of breast cancer. Women aren’t the only one who has benefits of the coffee. A recent study conducted by the Harvard School of Public Health has shown that drinking coffee (and usually caffeine free) results in a reduced risk of prostate cancer.

6. Improving the metabolism Coffee might help you to maintain your weight or even lose weight. A study from 1980 had shown that caffeine in the coffee stimulates the metabolism.

7. Reduced risk for Parkinson’s disease A study from 2010 had shown that drinking two (2) to three (3) cups of coffee a day provides 25% lower risk for having the Parkinson’s disease.

8. Antioxidant features A researcher from Harvard Edward Giovannucci concluded that the coffee has more antioxidants than most of the fruits and vegetables. A study from 2005 has shown that the coffee is a source of antioxidants number one in the American diet.

9. Benefits Several studies have proven that coffee and the caffeine in it increases the endurance and short-term performances. It can also help athletes to get better results in training if it is taken one hour before workout.

10. Prevention of wrists pain A study in 2007 on 40 years old people has shown that a long-term consumption coffee can reduce the risk wrists pain.

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Coconut Water: A Magical Drink With Many Benefits !! 

This magical drink used to be very hard to find in our stores. Fortunately, today can be bought from hyper supermarkets and fresh food shops. Therefore, it is time to find out why you should drink it. These are the amazing properties of the coconut water that have a positive impact on your health. If you are ready for a challenge that will improve your health significantly, get a larger amount of coconut water. This drink contains a minimal amount of fat and therefore it can be consumed in large quantities, and your body will become new only after 7 days.

1. The coconut water is proved that boosts the immune system, cure infections by killing bacteria and inhibit viruses.

2. It contains a lot of fibers and that is why it is great for the digestive system. The regularly consuming of this water, you can heal your acid reflux.

3. Coconut water is a natural diuretic and it is great for people who have kidney problems. It cleans the urinary tract, bladder, eliminates toxins and breaks down the kidney stones.

4. It will give you energy, reduce the fatigue and sleepiness. Therefore, it is good to be consumed after vigorous physical activities or after a workout.

5. It will help you to lose weight. Due to its rich ingredients, it suppresses the appetite and provides longer feeling of satiety.

6. Coconut water is great for the skin because it rejuvenates the skin and provides longer hydration. Instead of heavy and greasy face creams with which we are trying to give the skin fresh look, drink a glass of coconut water every night before bedtime.

7. You can also apply directly on the affected skin. Coconut water helps in cleaning the face of acne, and to even the skin tone.

8. Coconut water will help you when you’ll get drunk because it has the power to ease the stomachache.

There isn’t a part of the body to which this excellent drink is no good for. So, make sure to add this in your regimen.

Have a Happy Life... Cheers!!!