be clear: that does not mean that your morning coffee is a substitute for fruits
and vegetables. But serious java drinkers will surely get a jolt from the news
that coffee is a top resource of disease-fighting antioxidants. Current analysis
reveals that, taken in moderation, coffee is a safe beverage that may even offer
some health benefits. You may see some additional coffee related information at
http://www.fmcoffee.com.Coffee is one of the few beverages that is consumed
world-wide. It is consumed in most countries of the world and coffee is the
second most widely traded commodity in the world (behind petroleum) and one of
the most widely consumed beverages. It may be a world commodity that is second
only to oil, but an excellent cup of coffee tastes a lot better than an
excellent cup of petroleum. And, in today's world of high fuel prices, a lot
more fun to consume.So, can we call coffee a health foodstuff? Well, that may be
stretching it! Caffeine, which is the "guts" of the coffee, is one of the
world's most widely used drugs, and it has been part of the human diet for
centuries.Caffeine is one heck of a stimulant and is the element that gives
coffee and many other beverages their jolt. It is definitely a
central-nervous-system stimulant. It acts as a mild stimulant to the central
nervous system and both regular and decaf coffee can irritate the stomach.
Drinking caffeine in boundless amounts as coffee or tea (which may actually have
more caffeine than coffee) over a short period of time has been shown to raise
blood sugar. So if you are prone to blood sugar issues, beware! And, if you are
pregnant or breast-feeding, lower your current caffeine intake to less than 300
milligrams a day or three cups of coffee. Or, to be safe, cut it out
altogether.But you should be able to look forward to a early-day cup for reasons
beyond the caffeine rush. The general conclusion is that moderate amounts of
caffeine do not lead to arrhythmias and drinking a modest account of coffee
should not increase your risk. Check with your health professional to be sure,
though.So, is coffee injurious? Surely you should be aware that some experts
argue that coffee is bad for you. And nobody is saying coffee is entirely
benign. But if you have reasonable health and enjoy drinking coffee, an
excellent cup of coffee is worth it. But remember, coffee is not for
everyone.Well, I must go. I need to refill my cup of coffee.