Coffee is grown in more than 50 countries around the world, a feat that is not surprising because it is one of the world’s most popular beverages with over 400 billion cups consumed globally each year!

In the United States alone, more than 450 million cups of coffee are consumed every day. The global coffee industry earns about $60 billion per year. This makes coffee the second most valuable component exported after oil.

 

Coffee is the eye opener or the morning drink, it is the late night burning the midnight oil drink. Coffee is normally served hot but is also enjoyed cold. This early morning drink is consumed internationally and as sold billions over the years. By far coffee is the number one most drank beverage. Let’s face it.  Coffee is THE most consumed beverage on the planet. 

But conversely, as a healthy beverage, regular coffee is terrifically acidic and causes a vast number of health symptoms.

 

THE BOTTOM LINE:

The unfortunate news about coffee from popular chains can be loaded with hidden sugars and many other artificial ingredients.  Going with black coffee or making your own is a much healthier choice.  Make sure that unfiltered water and organic beans for are used for homemade coffee. For a ‘spicey’ treat, added grass-fed butter, coconut oi., or cinnamon, cocoa or collagen.  Healthier coffee doesn’t HAVE to be boring.

 

THE DEATH OF BLACK COFFEE:

Recent studies have found that 1 tiny tweak to your morning coffee can’t accelerate the ‘fat burning’ mode for the rest of the day. This ‘trick’ takes less than 1- seconds yet is an automatic simultaneous metabolism and energetic affect.

 

TEN TIPS AND TRICKS:

54% of all Americans over 18 drink this delicious beverage, but a large number of coffee lovers add inches to their waists and pounds to the scales, but these 10 TIPS will turn coffee into a healthier version than the original and a weightloss assist as well.

 

1.)   Avoid Artificial Sweeteners and Refined Sugars

Popular Versions of coffee are loaded with sweeteners, carbohydrates, and sugar. A store brand caramel mocha hits your blood stream with a whooping 56 grams of sugar, which consumed daily could translate to an extra 5 to 10 extra pounds of month.

A small amount of maple sugar, coconut sugar, or stevia is a great alternative (in moderation)

2.)  Avoid Artificial Creamers:

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·      Artificial creamers are also packed with a wide array of chemical ingredients, one of which is corn syrup. One choice to improve the taste and health of coffee is adding organic grass-fed cream. Real cream contains the health benefits of CLA (conjugated linoleic acid). Full-Fat Cream contains a generous amount of Vitamin K2 as well.

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3.)  Filtered Water and Organic Beans:

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·      Since Coffee is 99% water, using the best filtered, spring, or alkalinized water is common sense. Opt. for organic coffee beans which are free of pesticides.  Coffee beans are the most heavily sprayed crop in agriculture, so read labels carefully.

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4.)  Add Cinnamon:

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·      Adding a pinch of cinnamon to coffee increased antioxidants and regulates blood

·      sugar.  Cinnamon naturally lowers glucose levels assisting Type 2 diabetes, lowering blood glucose levels and an improved lipid profile.

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5.)  Eat Before Drinking Coffee:

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·      The morning start of day ritual with coffee can reduce daily energy. The body increases insulin in response to the caffeine found in coffee. The major drop in blood sugar leaving the body feeling tired and depleted. Much in a small snack during this morning cup.

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6.)  Add Collagen:

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·      Collagen is prevalent in well-crafted bone broth but makes a great addition to coffee. Rich in amino acid glycine, collagen has also been scientifically studied to assist in reducing joint pain. Collagen also help inflation stay within an appropriate range, and aids in health tissue repair.

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7.)  Just Add Butter:

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·      The popularity of the BULLETPROOF DIET is undeniable. This successful diet craze was just merely adding a Tab of Grass Fed Organic Butter. Blend it ‘smooth’ for a richer flavor.

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8.)   Add Coconut Oil:

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·      Similar to grass fed butter, coconut oil is loaded with healthy fats, in essence medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs.). MCTs has been linked to improved and more efficient weight loss. There have been potentially linked to a reduced acceleration of Alzheimer’s disease with the ingestion of coconut oil.

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9.)  Add Cocoa:

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·      Adding cocoa has numerous health events, including a lower of risk of heart disease and a lower risk of cancer. Enjoy a dollop of unsweetened cocoa and bring back the fond memories of hot chocolate dink from childhood.

10.) Make it Mushroom:

Red Reishi, Maitake, Shitake, Lions Mane, Agarius Blazi, Cortycps, and Chagra medicinal mushrooms have   been used in Ancient Chinese Medicine for over 6000 years. But mushrooms in Coffee? Finding the right mixture is truly an experience with ‘trial and error, but well worth the effort due to the health benefits especially as a preventative for cancer prevention.   Mushroom Coffee is alkaline coffee and alkalinity is the center and basic tenant of Optimal Health. Mushroom Coffee is smoother, with little or no aftertaste, and continuous energy.  For the above reasons, its my recommendation to give mushroom coffee a try—JUST for the Health of It!