International Coffee Day fell on Sunday, October 1, much to the excitement of coffee lovers worldwide.
This is a special occasion meant to promote and celebrate coffee as a beverage.
While it can be addictive, coffee has many health benefits that make it a worthy addition to any health and self-care routine.
Benefits of coffee include:
Coffee contains caffeine, known for its ability to fight fatigue and increase energy levels.
Regular coffee consumption may be linked to a lower risk of type 2 diabetes.
Some research suggests that drinking coffee could help protect against Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease and cognitive decline.
Coffee could help support weight management and may be linked to decreasing body fat. One study also found that people who consume coffee were more likely to be physically active.
Several studies have found that coffee could be linked to a lower risk of depression and a lower risk of suicide.
Coffee consumption could be linked to a decreased risk of death from chronic liver disease, liver scarring and liver cancer.
Some research shows that drinking coffee could be linked to a lower risk of heart disease, stroke and heart failure.
Coffee could be associated with a lower risk of death, regardless of factors, like age, weight, status of alcohol consumption.
Pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, children and people living with certain health conditions may need to limit consumption.
The prices for good coffee can be quite high, but coffee enthusiasts are willing to pay any price for a delicious coffee.
Historically, coffee sales have always been far higher in winter than in summer, however, with iced coffee becoming a more popular drink choice, coffee lovers enjoy their drinks throughout the year.
The East London Coffee Company offers unique blends of 100% Arabica coffee under the brands Cutman & Hawk and Kofulat Coffee.
Alan Hawkins, manager of the East London Coffee Company said the coffee house prides itself in offering the best coffee for East London coffee lovers at affordable prices.
“I enjoy working in the coffee industry.
“Coffee is an exciting and dynamic product. In East London, volumes are growing by the day as consumers move away from poor substitutes and absorb the pleasure of freshly roasted, pure Arabica coffees,” Hawkins said.
