Wellness

[Q4u]

I also saw this new research just yesterday and good, bad or indifferent, I've been a moderate coffee drinker since I was about 20.  I love it, have roughly 2 cups per morning but some mornings (usually out with friends) will indulge in more.  

I remember the studies regarding how bad it was for you and I continued drinking it.... remember that research suggested switching to de-caff and did that for awhile and blech, not the same so switched back and kept drinking it.... over the years, the studies have swung far to each side, and I continued to drink it....

I honestly think moderation is the key, and of course if a person has issues that would make caffeine something to avoid, it should be avoided.  But for the rest of us I really don't think it's a problem.

AND if it's good for us as well.... well, I raise my mug to it!!  

[CatLoverDogsToo]

For those that have problems with acid reflux, cold brew coffee is less acidic and seems to be okay. I just started drinking cold brew because it does not impact my blood sugar control. I find I do not need to add cream or sweetener as it tastes sweet and chocolaty all on its own. I will be making my own when I get my Amazon shipment on Thursday. There is a great thread on FUdiabetes (means For Unlimited) site that explains all of this for those with diabetes and want to drink coffee.

[CatLoverDogsToo]

@alicedee    Me too!

[qualitygal]

I'm sure it will help me live longer.  It is in it's own food category, as is peanut butter and chocolate.  Ya just gotta do what ya gotta do.  

[Laura14]

@Foolywooly11  Twins!  I have peppermint as my favorite too.  Although I recently branched out into Oolong and Irish breakfast which are also good.  And the vanilla chamomile teas at night are a staple in my house.  I guess I may not live as long as coffee people according to this but I like to mix it up.  Never did acquire a taste for the black stuff.      

[Foolywooly11]

@Laura14: Mmmm...that vanilla chamomile sounds good, esp. at night. It's fun to try new flavors!!

[Laura14]

@Foolywooly11  Highly recommend Sleepytime Vanilla and I just found a honey vanilla camomile from Twinings both in my local grocer.  Thumbs up on both if you're looking.

[Q4u]

Interesting regarding coffee/caffeine and a spike about an hour after drinking coffee (for diabetics).  I've never experienced that (good! cause I've given up enough!... )  

[wagirl]

Coffee makes me have to go to the ER as I am allergic to caffienne----what a drag and I live in Seattle !!!!!

[Foolywooly11]

@Laura14: Always open to tea recommendations. & both brands are available at my local grocery store, so, THANKS!