Coffee is a beloved beverage throughout the world. Over 400 million cups are consumed in the United States daily.
Even though health experts recommend drinking only one cup of coffee daily, the average person greatly exceeds that recommendation. Why is that?
Here are the top five reasons why it is a popular beverage.
1) Socializing Over Coffee
Coffee is a popular beverage for people who want to meet up and socialize. These could be family members, friends, co-workers, and business clients wishing to discuss personal or professional topics.
It is a much healthier alternative to alcohol when it comes to social drinking. Instead of meeting someone at a bar to consume alcohol and socialize together, more people are choosing cafés and coffee shops instead.
This is especially true with people wishing to stay sober and avoid alcohol altogether. Coffee makes it easier for alcoholics to stay sober because of its similarity in soothing people and giving them a reason to socialize.
2) Energy
One of the top reasons people drink alcohol is to get a morning boost. A cup of coffee contains about 95 milligrams of caffeine, the natural compound that stimulates the central nervous system.
Caffeine in the morning can help you wake up and experience a jolt of energy to start your day right.
That is why drinking a cup in the morning has become a tradition in America and other countries worldwide.
Of course, people also drink additional cups to re-energize themselves throughout the day.
Since an energy boost from a single cup typically lasts about 4 to 5 hours, you may feel the urge to drink another to make it through the remaining hours of the day.
3) Coffee is Affordable
If saving money is a goal, remember that coffee is undoubtedly more affordable than alcoholic beverages if you brew it yourself. Just buy a big bag of grounds from a trusted brand and brew them in a standard coffee maker. Some popular brands sold at retail stores include Starbucks and Dunkin’ Donuts.
For example, you would probably spend about $10 to $20 on a bag of coffee grounds that can produce over 100 cups. That comes out to about $0.10 or $0.20 per cup. But even if you go to a shop to buy a professionally prepared cup, it would probably cost no more than $1 or $2. It is still much cheaper than buying alcohol.
4) Different Flavors
Coffee products offer several different flavor options. If you do not wish to stick to the original flavor, you can find products with artificial flavors to make them tastier. These flavors include vanilla, chocolate, cinnamon, blueberry, caramel, coconut, etc.
There are other ways to enhance the flavor. The most traditional method is to add cream, milk, sugar, or sweetener to make it taste sweeter. Choose whichever way you prefer to enhance the flavor.
On the other hand, some people prefer drinking it black without anything added to enhance the flavor. Everyone has their unique preferences.
5) Natural Antioxidants
Did you know coffee has natural antioxidants in it? Even though tea has more antioxidants, you can still find plenty in coffee. It all depends on how you grow the plants and roast the grounds.
The average cup generally delivers antioxidants that enhance concentration and focus. Some scientific evidence even suggests that regular coffee consumption can reduce the risk of developing cognitive decline and other mental health issues.
Conclusion
Coffee is a fun, non-addictive beverage to drink. If you carefully monitor your caffeine intake, you can enjoy many benefits from drinking a few cups.
