Coffee
Coffee
Coffee is a beverage that is enjoyed throughout the world due to its distinctive aroma and flavor. The health benefits of Coffee are due to the presence of caffeine, chlorogenic acid and caffeic acid.
Coffee is commonly used as a CNS stimulant beverage that helps boost energy levels, reduces mental fatigue and improves reaction time. In cases of a sudden drop in blood pressure, a cup of Coffee can provide instant relief. Taking a cup or two of black Coffee daily might help manage weight.
Using Coffee powder with rose water as a facepack is helpful in rejuvenating skin and protecting it against sun damage as it is rich in antioxidants.
Excessive consumption of Coffee might cause insomnia, restlessness and anxiety[1-3][15][18][19].
Coffee is commonly used as a CNS stimulant beverage that helps boost energy levels, reduces mental fatigue and improves reaction time. In cases of a sudden drop in blood pressure, a cup of Coffee can provide instant relief. Taking a cup or two of black Coffee daily might help manage weight.
Using Coffee powder with rose water as a facepack is helpful in rejuvenating skin and protecting it against sun damage as it is rich in antioxidants.
Excessive consumption of Coffee might cause insomnia, restlessness and anxiety[1-3][15][18][19].
What are the synonyms of Coffee?
Coffea arabica, Kappi, Cilapakam, Cafee, Kaphe, Bannu, Kapibija, Bund, Bunddana, Kappivittalu, Rajpilu
What is the source of Coffee?
Plant Based
Benefits of Coffee
Modern Science View
Gout is a form of arthritis caused due to build up of uric acid in the body. Coffee can be useful in managing gout as it inhibits xanthine oxidase enzyme. This reduces the production of uric acid[2][6].
Ayurvedic View
Gout is a painful metabolic disease resulting in inflammation and deposition of uric acid in the joints. Coffee might help reduce the risk of Gout.
In Ayurveda, gout is known as Vatarakt, as the main dosha involved is Vata and it affects Rakt (blood). Taking Coffee in small amount helps to reduce the level of uric acid due to its Deepan (appetizer) property, thus preventing gout.
Tip
You can drink 1-2 cup of brewed Coffee in a day to reduce the risk of gout.
In Ayurveda, gout is known as Vatarakt, as the main dosha involved is Vata and it affects Rakt (blood). Taking Coffee in small amount helps to reduce the level of uric acid due to its Deepan (appetizer) property, thus preventing gout.
Tip
You can drink 1-2 cup of brewed Coffee in a day to reduce the risk of gout.
Modern Science View
Coffee does not seem to be useful in managing breast cancer. Infact, consumption of high quantity of Coffee has been shown to increase the risk of breast cancer[2][9][10].
Modern Science View
There isn’t much scientific evidence showing the association between Coffee and lung cancer. Although, increased level of Coffee intake seems to elevate the risk of small cell carcinoma
(a type of cancer that originates in the lungs)[2][7][8].
(a type of cancer that originates in the lungs)[2][7][8].
How effective is Coffee?
Likely ineffective
Breast cancer
Insufficient evidence
Gout, Lung cancer
Precautions when using Coffee
Advice from Experts
Modern Science View
1. Coffee might increase your blood pressure level. So it is generally advised to monitor your blood pressure while taking Coffee[2].
2. Avoid Coffee if you have anxiety[2].
3. Avoid Coffee if you have diarrhoea[2].
4. Avoid Coffee if you have glaucoma[2].
5. Avoid Coffee if you have osteoporosis or postmenopausal syndrome as it may lead to thinning of bones[2].
2. Avoid Coffee if you have anxiety[2].
3. Avoid Coffee if you have diarrhoea[2].
4. Avoid Coffee if you have glaucoma[2].
5. Avoid Coffee if you have osteoporosis or postmenopausal syndrome as it may lead to thinning of bones[2].
Breastfeeding
Important
Modern Science View
Drinking 1 or 2 of cups of Coffee per day seems to be safe for breastfeeding mothers and their infants. But caffeine in larger amounts can irritate a nursing infant’s digestive tract and also cause sleep problems. Consult your doctor before taking Coffee during breastfeeding[2].
Minor Medicine Interaction
Modern Science View
1. Coffee may decrease the absorption of birth control pills . So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with birth control pills[2].
2. Coffee may decrease the absorption of anti ulcer drugs. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with anti-ulcer drugs[2].
3. Coffee may decrease the absorption of antifungal drugs. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with antifungal drugs[2].
4. Coffee may decrease the absorption of antiarrhythmic drugs. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with antiarrhythmic drugs [2].
2. Coffee may decrease the absorption of anti ulcer drugs. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with anti-ulcer drugs[2].
3. Coffee may decrease the absorption of antifungal drugs. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with antifungal drugs[2].
4. Coffee may decrease the absorption of antiarrhythmic drugs. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with antiarrhythmic drugs [2].
Moderate Medicine Interaction
Modern Science View
1. Coffee may interact with alcohol. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with alcohol.
2. Coffee may increase the effect of CNS stimulant drugs. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with CNS stimulant drugs.
3. Coffee may decrease the effect of antibiotic. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with antibiotic.
4. Coffee may decrease the effect of sedatives. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with sedatives.
5. Coffee may decrease the effect of Estrogen. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with Estrogen.
6. Coffee may decrease the effect of antidepressant medicines. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with antidepressant medicines.
7. Coffee may increase the effect of anticoagulants. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with anticoagulants medicines.
8. Coffee may increase the effect of anti allergic drugs. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with anti allergic drugs.
9. Coffee may decrease the effect of calcium channel blockers. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with calcium channel blockers[2].
2. Coffee may increase the effect of CNS stimulant drugs. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with CNS stimulant drugs.
3. Coffee may decrease the effect of antibiotic. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with antibiotic.
4. Coffee may decrease the effect of sedatives. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with sedatives.
5. Coffee may decrease the effect of Estrogen. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with Estrogen.
6. Coffee may decrease the effect of antidepressant medicines. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with antidepressant medicines.
7. Coffee may increase the effect of anticoagulants. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with anticoagulants medicines.
8. Coffee may increase the effect of anti allergic drugs. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with anti allergic drugs.
9. Coffee may decrease the effect of calcium channel blockers. So it is generally advised to consult your doctor while taking Coffee with calcium channel blockers[2].
Patients with diabetes
Modern Science View
Coffee may alter the blood sugar level. So it is generally advised to monitor your blood sugar level while taking Coffee with antidiabetic drugs[2].
Patients with heart disease
Modern Science View
It is generally advised to consume filter Coffee as the unfiltered Coffee may lead to increase in total cholesterol, low-density lipoprotein (LDL), and triglycerides[2].
Pregnancy
Important
Modern Science View
Coffee is probably safe for pregnant women in amounts of 2 cups per day or less. However, drinking more than this amount has been linked to an increased risk of miscarriage, premature birth, and low birth weight. So it is advisable to consult your doctor before taking Coffee during pregnancy[2].
Side Effects
Important
Modern Science View
1. Insomnia
2. Nervousness
3. Restlessness
4. Stomach upset
5. Nausea
6. Vomiting
7. Anxiety
8. Agitation[2]
2. Nervousness
3. Restlessness
4. Stomach upset
5. Nausea
6. Vomiting
7. Anxiety
8. Agitation[2]
Ayurvedic View
According to Ayurveda, Coffee has Vata and Pitta increasing, and Kapha reducing properties. If your body type is Vata or Pitta, taking excess Coffee can cause an imbalance of both the doshas. The symptoms might be restlessness, anxiety, nausea, stomach upset and vomiting.
How to use Coffee
1. Coffee Beans
a. Roast the Coffee beans in the Ghee.
b. Crush them and add to a glass of lukewarm milk.
c. Drink 1-2 times a day as its acts a CNS Stimulant.
2. Coffee Powder
a. Take 1-2 cups of milk in a saucepan.
b. Bring it to a boil.
c. Add Coffee and sugar to it as per your taste.
d. Simmer on low flame.
e. Transfer to a cup and drink.
a. Roast the Coffee beans in the Ghee.
b. Crush them and add to a glass of lukewarm milk.
c. Drink 1-2 times a day as its acts a CNS Stimulant.
2. Coffee Powder
a. Take 1-2 cups of milk in a saucepan.
b. Bring it to a boil.
c. Add Coffee and sugar to it as per your taste.
d. Simmer on low flame.
e. Transfer to a cup and drink.
Frequently asked questions
Modern Science View
The best time of the day to drink Coffee is 10 am to 12 noon and 2 pm to 5 pm. It is advisable to avoid Coffee before going to bed to avoid symptoms of insomnia.
Ayurvedic View
The best time of day to drink coffee is in the morning as our Kapha dosha makes us feel a little sluggish. Coffee has stimulating properties that can counterbalance the sluggishness by stimulating the mind and Agni (digestive fire).
Modern Science View
Coffee is a rich source of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, sugar, tannins, flavonoids, polyphenols, minerals such as calcium, sodium, iron, manganese, sulphate and zinc. These are the constituents that impart a distinctive aroma and benefits to Coffee[3].
Modern Science View
Regular Coffee contains caffeine whereas decaffeinated Coffee is regular Coffee without caffeine. Caffeine is extracted from the regular Coffee to make decaffeinated Coffee[28].
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