Coffee & Health

I’ve spent years writing about nutrition and beverage habits, and I’ve tested more coffee combinations than I can count while consulting for cafes and wellness brands. Here’s the truth I’ve learned: coffee itself is a low-calorie, antioxidant-rich drink, but common things people add to coffee that make it unhealthy can turn a simple cup into […]

I’ve spent years tasting, brewing, and researching coffee from farm to cup, and I’m often asked one simple question: what is decaf coffee and how is it made? In short, decaf coffee is coffee with most of the caffeine removed, typically 97 to 99.9 percent, while preserving flavor. In this guide, I’ll demystify the science

I’ve spent years helping people fine-tune their daily habits, and the most common complaint I hear is surprisingly simple: Why does coffee sometimes upset my stomach? I’ve experienced that twisty, crampy feeling after a cup, too, and I’ve dug into the research and tested fixes with clients and myself. In this guide, I’ll break down

I’ve spent years analyzing how daily habits shape sleep, and few topics stir as much confusion as coffee. In this guide, I unpack Exploring the myths about coffee and sleep with clear science, real-life examples, and practical tips. My goal is simple: help you enjoy coffee without sabotaging your rest. If you’ve wondered whether a

I’ve spent years studying and writing about everyday health habits, and I’ve also had my fair share of throbbing, mid-day headaches. Here’s the quick truth: yes, drinking coffee can help with headaches for many people, especially when the pain is mild to moderate or migraine-related. But there are important caveats. In this guide, I’ll break

I’ve spent years researching nutrition and testing habits that actually move the needle on energy, focus, and long-term health. Black coffee is one of those rare daily rituals that can be both enjoyable and genuinely beneficial when used wisely. If you’ve ever wondered, “What are the benefits of drinking black coffee?” I’ll walk you through

I’ve spent years writing about nutrition and hydration, testing advice on myself and with clients. Here’s the short answer to Does coffee actually dehydrate you?: for most healthy adults, regular coffee does not dehydrate you. While caffeine has a mild diuretic effect, the water in coffee more than offsets it, so your daily brew still

I’ve spent years testing brews, reading lab analyses, and tracking my own caffeine habits to answer a deceptively simple question: how much caffeine is in a typical cup of coffee? Here’s the short, clear answer most people want: an 8-ounce cup of brewed coffee usually contains about 80 to 100 milligrams of caffeine, with 95