Buzzed: The Benefits of Caffeine

Posted by Nadine Bells

I keep wavering back and forth on the caffeine topic. Every morning, as I sit down with my large black coffee, I tell myself that I should give up the habit. And then I go back for more. There's been so much contradictory information floating around about it. Does it boost my metabolism? Inhibit weight loss? Is it dehydrating? Is it leaching calcium from my bones? Is it supplementing my workout?

I read this last week, and it has temporarily put my slightly buzzed mind at ease. The folks at That's Fit have comprised a list of five benefits of caffeine, all of which have been proven by science. So far.

Helps You Burn More Calories - Thank you. I think I'll have another.
Improves Your Workout - I've tested this one, and yes, my endurance improves with a cup of joe.
It Will Make You Happy - The mood-boosting stimulant has longer lasting effects than nicotine and alcohol.
Makes You Speak Up Yet Stay Calm - Coffee makes you friendlier. Buy one for your boss.
May Make You More "In the Mood!" - Um, let's just say it's called the poor man's Viagra.

Read the whole article here. And drink up!

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