View entire thread: Coffee health
Posted by Rowley on 2005-02-18 11:32:43 Post Subject: Coffee health
Just for the fun of it, i read this report on dailymail.co.uk that goes over the good and bad of coffee consumption in regards to your health.
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Posted by Rowley on 2005-02-18 11:32:43 Post Subject: Coffee health
Just for the fun of it, i read this report on dailymail.co.uk that goes over the good and bad of coffee consumption in regards to your health.
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View entire thread: need help with stats
Posted by carreli7 on 2004-05-19 21:27:49 Post Subject: need help with stats
Hi there, just wondering if anybody new what the stats were for coffee consumption in Europe? I need to know how many percent of Europe drinks coffee daily and occasionally.
thank you
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Posted by carreli7 on 2004-05-19 21:27:49 Post Subject: need help with stats
Hi there, just wondering if anybody new what the stats were for coffee consumption in Europe? I need to know how many percent of Europe drinks coffee daily and occasionally.
thank you
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View entire thread: Coffee Festival China 2008!
Posted by coffee_faircanton on 2007-11-07 06:00:13 Post Subject: Coffee Festival China 2008!
Coffee Festival China 2008 will be held at Guangzhou International Convention & Exhibition Centre during the period of May 12-14, 2008,which is organized by Canton Universal Fair Group Ltd, Sponsored by All-China Bakery Association, and supported by All China Federation of
Industry & Commerce and China Chamber of Commerce.
Guangzhou is the capital of Guangdong province, which is the largest coffee consumption market in China. It has long been regarded as the gateway to China in numerous sectors. The 2007 Coffee Festival China had attracted more than 80 well-known coffee related companies and 60,000 professional purchasers from 70 countries.94% of the participants in this trade show had achieved their expected objectives.The show have established as fairly large-scaled and influential in China.And this time we are going to make it even bigger and better! The date of Coffee Festival 2008 is the same as the date of Interbake China 2008,which is the largest and most influential exhibiton in China. The total area will reach 40,000 sqm, more than 650 exhibitors from over 80 countries and about 80,000 visitors will be present.
So, this huge market demand will surely leave big potential chance for exhibitors to explore.
If you have any enquiries,please contact:
Cherry Zeng
TEL:0086 20 34072597
EMAIL:coffee_interfair@yahoo.com.cn
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Posted by coffee_faircanton on 2007-11-07 06:00:13 Post Subject: Coffee Festival China 2008!
Coffee Festival China 2008 will be held at Guangzhou International Convention & Exhibition Centre during the period of May 12-14, 2008,which is organized by Canton Universal Fair Group Ltd, Sponsored by All-China Bakery Association, and supported by All China Federation of
Industry & Commerce and China Chamber of Commerce.
Guangzhou is the capital of Guangdong province, which is the largest coffee consumption market in China. It has long been regarded as the gateway to China in numerous sectors. The 2007 Coffee Festival China had attracted more than 80 well-known coffee related companies and 60,000 professional purchasers from 70 countries.94% of the participants in this trade show had achieved their expected objectives.The show have established as fairly large-scaled and influential in China.And this time we are going to make it even bigger and better! The date of Coffee Festival 2008 is the same as the date of Interbake China 2008,which is the largest and most influential exhibiton in China. The total area will reach 40,000 sqm, more than 650 exhibitors from over 80 countries and about 80,000 visitors will be present.
So, this huge market demand will surely leave big potential chance for exhibitors to explore.
If you have any enquiries,please contact:
Cherry Zeng
TEL:0086 20 34072597
EMAIL:coffee_interfair@yahoo.com.cn
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View entire thread: Coffee Festival 2008 in China!
Posted by coffee_faircanton on 2007-11-09 19:09:11 Post Subject: Coffee Festival 2008 in China!
Coffee Festival China 2008 will be held at Guangzhou International Convention & Exhibition Centre during the period of May 12-14, 2008,which is organized by Canton Universal Fair Group Ltd, Sponsored by All-China Bakery Association, and supported by All China Federation of Industry & Commerce and China Chamber of Commerce.
Guangzhou is the capital of Guangdong province, which is the largest coffee consumption market in China. It has long been regarded as the gateway to China in numerous sectors. The 2007 Coffee Festival China had attracted more than 80 well-known coffee related companies and 60,000 professional purchasers from 70 countries.94% of the participants in this trade show had achieved their expected objectives.The show have established as fairly large-scaled and influential in China.And this time we are going to make it even bigger and better! The date of Coffee Festival 2008 is the same as the date of Interbake China 2008,which is the largest and most influential exhibiton in China. The total area will reach 40,000 sqm, more than 650 exhibitors from over 80 countries and about 80,000 visitors will be present.
So, this huge market demand will surely leave big potential chance for exhibitors to explore.
If you have any enquiries,please contact:
Cherry Zeng
TEL:0086 20 34072597
EMAIL:coffee_interfair@yahoo.com.cn
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Posted by coffee_faircanton on 2007-11-09 19:09:11 Post Subject: Coffee Festival 2008 in China!
Coffee Festival China 2008 will be held at Guangzhou International Convention & Exhibition Centre during the period of May 12-14, 2008,which is organized by Canton Universal Fair Group Ltd, Sponsored by All-China Bakery Association, and supported by All China Federation of Industry & Commerce and China Chamber of Commerce.
Guangzhou is the capital of Guangdong province, which is the largest coffee consumption market in China. It has long been regarded as the gateway to China in numerous sectors. The 2007 Coffee Festival China had attracted more than 80 well-known coffee related companies and 60,000 professional purchasers from 70 countries.94% of the participants in this trade show had achieved their expected objectives.The show have established as fairly large-scaled and influential in China.And this time we are going to make it even bigger and better! The date of Coffee Festival 2008 is the same as the date of Interbake China 2008,which is the largest and most influential exhibiton in China. The total area will reach 40,000 sqm, more than 650 exhibitors from over 80 countries and about 80,000 visitors will be present.
So, this huge market demand will surely leave big potential chance for exhibitors to explore.
If you have any enquiries,please contact:
Cherry Zeng
TEL:0086 20 34072597
EMAIL:coffee_interfair@yahoo.com.cn
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View entire thread: Drinking Coffee May Extend Life
Posted by Alun_evans on 2008-06-17 19:19:44 Post Subject:
OK, here is my weak 5 minutes of definitive research done on the drive from Sentul to Jakarta
Life epectancy (UN statistics)
1 Japan 82.6 79.0 86.1
2 Hong Kong SAR ( PRC) 82.2 79.4 85.1
3 Iceland 81.8 80.2 83.3
4 Switzerland 81.7 79.0 84.2
5 Australia 81.2 78.9 83.6
6 Spain 80.9 77.7 84.2
7 Sweden 80.9 78.7 83.0
8 Israel 80.7 78.5 82.8
9 Macau SAR ( PRC) 80.7 78.5 82.8
10 France (metropolitan) 80.7 77.1 84.1
11 Canada 80.7 78.3 82.9
12 Italy (20% above world average) 80.5 77.5 83.5
13 New Zealand 80.2 78.2 82.2
14 Norway 80.2 77.8 82.5
15 Singapore 80.0 78.0 81.9
16 Austria 79.8 76.9 82.6
17 Netherlands 79.8 77.5 81.9
18 Martinique ( France) 79.5 76.5 82.3
19 Greece 79.5 77.1 81.9
20 Belgium 79.4 76.5 82.3
21 Malta 79.4 77.3 81.3
22 United Kingdom 79.4 77.2 81.6
23 Germany 79.4 76.5 82.1
24 U.S. Virgin Islands ( US) 79.4 75.5 83.3
25 Finland 79.3 76.1 82.4
26 Guadeloupe ( France) 79.2 76.0 82.2
27 Channel Islands ( Jersey and Guernsey) ( UK) 79.0 76.6 81.5
28 Cyprus 79.0 76.5 81.6
29 Ireland 78.9 76.5 81.3
30 Costa Rica 78.8 76.5 81.2
31 Puerto Rico ( US) 78.7 74.7 82.7
32 Luxembourg 78.7 75.7 81.6
33 United Arab Emirates 78.7 77.2 81.5
34 South Korea 78.6 75.0 82.2
35 Chile 78.6 75.5 81.5
36 Denmark 78.3 76.0 80.6
37 Cuba 78.3 76.2 80.4
38 United States 78.2 75.6 80.8
39 Portugal 78.1 75.0 81.2
Coffee Consumption (per capita)
Finland 11.4 kg
Aruba 9.2 kg
Iceland 9.1 kg
Norway 9 kg
Denmark 8.1 kg
Sweden 7.9 kg
Bermuda 7.5 kg
Switzerland 7.4 kg
Netherlands 6.8 kg
Germany 6.6 kg
Italy 5.7 kg
Slovenia 5.6 kg
Austria 5.5 kg
France 5.4 kg
Malta 5.1 kg
Belgium 5 kg
Croatia 5 kg
Lebanon 4.9 kg
Brazil 4.7 kg
Greece 4.6 kg
Latvia 4.4 kg
Portugal 4.3 kg
United States 4.2 kg
Brunei 4.1 kg
Canada 4 kg
Cyprus 4 kg
Spain 4 kg
Costa Rica 3.9 kg
Israel 3.8 kg
Republic of Macedonia 3.7 kg
Hungary 3.5 kg
New Zealand 3.5 kg
Algeria 3.3 kg is ranked
Japan has highest life expectancy, but their per capita consumption is ranked 37th. So no correlation? Wrong- they may only consume 3.7kg of coffee per year but its the GOOD stuff (Jamaican Blue Mountain and Sumatra Mandehling). Note Aruba (Jamaica) has the second highest consumption in the world (Jamaican Blue mountain is good!).
The Nordic countries all have very high coffee consumption (Finland, Norway, Sweden, Iceland and Denmark) all in top 7. Their life expectancy is aso good- Iceland, despite being blody cod, is third- Sweden 7th. Finland somewhat slips up- but I think that has more to do with smoking stats than anything else.
The big surprise is Italy that in Life Expectancy bats in at 12th (despite the driving). The Italians consume 41 Billion cups of coffee a year- so I think that this proves the bean is a lexir of long levity.
I also find it very interesting that some of the producing countries where "the good stuff" is grown (and drunk) bat above their weight in Life expectancy- see Martinique (18th), Costa Rica (30th), Cuba (37th)
Now the USA is only ranked 38th in life expectancy (and 23rd in coffee consumption). I reckon you guys get your consumption per capita up to around 5kg a year) and you will put the health care industry out of business.
NB- the above research is totally based on a lot of guess work and a great deal of BS! Also I have not had my flatwhite this am yet
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Posted by Alun_evans on 2008-06-17 19:19:44 Post Subject:
OK, here is my weak 5 minutes of definitive research done on the drive from Sentul to Jakarta
Life epectancy (UN statistics)
1 Japan 82.6 79.0 86.1
2 Hong Kong SAR ( PRC) 82.2 79.4 85.1
3 Iceland 81.8 80.2 83.3
4 Switzerland 81.7 79.0 84.2
5 Australia 81.2 78.9 83.6
6 Spain 80.9 77.7 84.2
7 Sweden 80.9 78.7 83.0
8 Israel 80.7 78.5 82.8
9 Macau SAR ( PRC) 80.7 78.5 82.8
10 France (metropolitan) 80.7 77.1 84.1
11 Canada 80.7 78.3 82.9
12 Italy (20% above world average) 80.5 77.5 83.5
13 New Zealand 80.2 78.2 82.2
14 Norway 80.2 77.8 82.5
15 Singapore 80.0 78.0 81.9
16 Austria 79.8 76.9 82.6
17 Netherlands 79.8 77.5 81.9
18 Martinique ( France) 79.5 76.5 82.3
19 Greece 79.5 77.1 81.9
20 Belgium 79.4 76.5 82.3
21 Malta 79.4 77.3 81.3
22 United Kingdom 79.4 77.2 81.6
23 Germany 79.4 76.5 82.1
24 U.S. Virgin Islands ( US) 79.4 75.5 83.3
25 Finland 79.3 76.1 82.4
26 Guadeloupe ( France) 79.2 76.0 82.2
27 Channel Islands ( Jersey and Guernsey) ( UK) 79.0 76.6 81.5
28 Cyprus 79.0 76.5 81.6
29 Ireland 78.9 76.5 81.3
30 Costa Rica 78.8 76.5 81.2
31 Puerto Rico ( US) 78.7 74.7 82.7
32 Luxembourg 78.7 75.7 81.6
33 United Arab Emirates 78.7 77.2 81.5
34 South Korea 78.6 75.0 82.2
35 Chile 78.6 75.5 81.5
36 Denmark 78.3 76.0 80.6
37 Cuba 78.3 76.2 80.4
38 United States 78.2 75.6 80.8
39 Portugal 78.1 75.0 81.2
Coffee Consumption (per capita)
Finland 11.4 kg
Aruba 9.2 kg
Iceland 9.1 kg
Norway 9 kg
Denmark 8.1 kg
Sweden 7.9 kg
Bermuda 7.5 kg
Switzerland 7.4 kg
Netherlands 6.8 kg
Germany 6.6 kg
Italy 5.7 kg
Slovenia 5.6 kg
Austria 5.5 kg
France 5.4 kg
Malta 5.1 kg
Belgium 5 kg
Croatia 5 kg
Lebanon 4.9 kg
Brazil 4.7 kg
Greece 4.6 kg
Latvia 4.4 kg
Portugal 4.3 kg
United States 4.2 kg
Brunei 4.1 kg
Canada 4 kg
Cyprus 4 kg
Spain 4 kg
Costa Rica 3.9 kg
Israel 3.8 kg
Republic of Macedonia 3.7 kg
Hungary 3.5 kg
New Zealand 3.5 kg
Algeria 3.3 kg is ranked
Japan has highest life expectancy, but their per capita consumption is ranked 37th. So no correlation? Wrong- they may only consume 3.7kg of coffee per year but its the GOOD stuff (Jamaican Blue Mountain and Sumatra Mandehling). Note Aruba (Jamaica) has the second highest consumption in the world (Jamaican Blue mountain is good!).
The Nordic countries all have very high coffee consumption (Finland, Norway, Sweden, Iceland and Denmark) all in top 7. Their life expectancy is aso good- Iceland, despite being blody cod, is third- Sweden 7th. Finland somewhat slips up- but I think that has more to do with smoking stats than anything else.
The big surprise is Italy that in Life Expectancy bats in at 12th (despite the driving). The Italians consume 41 Billion cups of coffee a year- so I think that this proves the bean is a lexir of long levity.
I also find it very interesting that some of the producing countries where "the good stuff" is grown (and drunk) bat above their weight in Life expectancy- see Martinique (18th), Costa Rica (30th), Cuba (37th)
Now the USA is only ranked 38th in life expectancy (and 23rd in coffee consumption). I reckon you guys get your consumption per capita up to around 5kg a year) and you will put the health care industry out of business.
NB- the above research is totally based on a lot of guess work and a great deal of BS! Also I have not had my flatwhite this am yet
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View entire thread: Java fights Diabetes?
Posted by tintinet on 2004-01-06 06:22:03 Post Subject: Java fights Diabetes?
Coffee May Cut Type 2 Diabetes Risk
But Don't Up Your Java Intake Just Yet
By Jeanie Lerche Davis
Reviewed By Brunilda Nazario, MD
on Monday, January 05, 2004
WebMD Medical News
Jan. 5, 2004 -- Coffee drinkers seem to have a lower risk of diabetes, a new study suggests. But don't take this news as carte blanche to drink more coffee, researchers caution.
"It is too premature to recommend increased coffee drinking as a means to prevent type 2 diabetes," writes lead researcher Frank B. Hu, MD, PhD, with the Harvard School of Public Health. His study appears in the current Annals of Internal Medicine.
Indeed, the evidence on coffee consumption has been mixed and controversial: Some studies have found blood pressure spikes and more heart-related deaths in coffee drinkers, and caffeine may interfere with insulin's actions in the body.
But other, longer-term studies have uncovered hints of coffee consumption's benefit: the more coffee consumption, the lower the risk of type 2 diabetes.
Also, caffeine stimulates thermogenesis -- the burning of calories -- and may increase metabolism, Hu explains.
But how does a person's coffee intake during the day affect diabetes-related processes?
To answer that question, Hu and his colleagues looked at two large studies involving 126,210 men and women. All had completed dietary and lifestyle surveys every two years for 12 to 18 years.
There were 1,333 new cases of type 2 diabetes in men and 4,085 cases in women, reports Hu.
They found that:
Coffee intake lowered the risk of type 2 diabetes, and the lowering was independent of a person's age, obesity, and other lifestyle factors that typically increase risk.
Drinking more coffee had better effects: Those who drank six or more cups per day had the lowest risk of having type 2 diabetes compared with those who drank less coffee.
Decaffeinated drinks and other caffeine sources had lesser effects on diabetes risk. While decaffeinated coffee seemed to offer some protection, decaffeinated tea did not.
Caffeine may stimulate muscles to burn fat and sugar more efficiently and could trigger the breakdown of fat in other tissue as well, Hu explains. Some studies have shown that caffeine does help with weight loss, he adds.
Also, coffee contains many other ingredients that could have beneficial effects on preventing type 2 diabetes -- such as potassium, niacin, and magnesium, as well as antioxidants.
In fact, Hu says he believes the blood-pressure spikes found with caffeine may be short-term and that the body naturally adjusts to the jolt.
Though his study suggests long-term beneficial effects, it is too preliminary to prove a cause-effect relationship between caffeinated coffee intake and lower type 2 diabetes risk, Hu says. Don't up your java intake -- especially if you already have diabetes or heart disease.
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SOURCES: Hu, F. Annals of Internal Medicine, January 2004; vol 140. WebMD Medical News: "Green Tea Boosts Metabolism, Protects Against Diseases." WebMD Medical News: "Coffee Packs More Than a Caffeine Buzz."
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Posted by tintinet on 2004-01-06 06:22:03 Post Subject: Java fights Diabetes?
Coffee May Cut Type 2 Diabetes Risk
But Don't Up Your Java Intake Just Yet
By Jeanie Lerche Davis
Reviewed By Brunilda Nazario, MD
on Monday, January 05, 2004
WebMD Medical News
Jan. 5, 2004 -- Coffee drinkers seem to have a lower risk of diabetes, a new study suggests. But don't take this news as carte blanche to drink more coffee, researchers caution.
"It is too premature to recommend increased coffee drinking as a means to prevent type 2 diabetes," writes lead researcher Frank B. Hu, MD, PhD, with the Harvard School of Public Health. His study appears in the current Annals of Internal Medicine.
Indeed, the evidence on coffee consumption has been mixed and controversial: Some studies have found blood pressure spikes and more heart-related deaths in coffee drinkers, and caffeine may interfere with insulin's actions in the body.
But other, longer-term studies have uncovered hints of coffee consumption's benefit: the more coffee consumption, the lower the risk of type 2 diabetes.
Also, caffeine stimulates thermogenesis -- the burning of calories -- and may increase metabolism, Hu explains.
But how does a person's coffee intake during the day affect diabetes-related processes?
To answer that question, Hu and his colleagues looked at two large studies involving 126,210 men and women. All had completed dietary and lifestyle surveys every two years for 12 to 18 years.
There were 1,333 new cases of type 2 diabetes in men and 4,085 cases in women, reports Hu.
They found that:
Coffee intake lowered the risk of type 2 diabetes, and the lowering was independent of a person's age, obesity, and other lifestyle factors that typically increase risk.
Drinking more coffee had better effects: Those who drank six or more cups per day had the lowest risk of having type 2 diabetes compared with those who drank less coffee.
Decaffeinated drinks and other caffeine sources had lesser effects on diabetes risk. While decaffeinated coffee seemed to offer some protection, decaffeinated tea did not.
Caffeine may stimulate muscles to burn fat and sugar more efficiently and could trigger the breakdown of fat in other tissue as well, Hu explains. Some studies have shown that caffeine does help with weight loss, he adds.
Also, coffee contains many other ingredients that could have beneficial effects on preventing type 2 diabetes -- such as potassium, niacin, and magnesium, as well as antioxidants.
In fact, Hu says he believes the blood-pressure spikes found with caffeine may be short-term and that the body naturally adjusts to the jolt.
Though his study suggests long-term beneficial effects, it is too preliminary to prove a cause-effect relationship between caffeinated coffee intake and lower type 2 diabetes risk, Hu says. Don't up your java intake -- especially if you already have diabetes or heart disease.
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
SOURCES: Hu, F. Annals of Internal Medicine, January 2004; vol 140. WebMD Medical News: "Green Tea Boosts Metabolism, Protects Against Diseases." WebMD Medical News: "Coffee Packs More Than a Caffeine Buzz."
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View entire thread: bolder always better?
Posted by espressogirl on 2008-10-20 03:02:49 Post Subject: Re: bolder always better?
It depends on what you really want. Aside from caffeine content, you may also want to factor-in other elements into the equation, such as your actual coffee consumption, and the flavor you really enjoy drinking.
In my case, amount of caffeine does not matter much since the range of cups I take often just range from 2-3 per day. But if you are a heavy drinker, perhaps caffeine content does really matter to you. Also, I'd go for flavor over caffeine content. There are even times I'd drink decaf if I have no choice, as long as it tastes good!
Happy drinking!
...does this mean I am making a good choice on sticking with mild?
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Posted by espressogirl on 2008-10-20 03:02:49 Post Subject: Re: bolder always better?
It depends on what you really want. Aside from caffeine content, you may also want to factor-in other elements into the equation, such as your actual coffee consumption, and the flavor you really enjoy drinking.
In my case, amount of caffeine does not matter much since the range of cups I take often just range from 2-3 per day. But if you are a heavy drinker, perhaps caffeine content does really matter to you. Also, I'd go for flavor over caffeine content. There are even times I'd drink decaf if I have no choice, as long as it tastes good!
Happy drinking!
...does this mean I am making a good choice on sticking with mild?
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View entire thread: More coffee = less comsumption?
Posted by cindy on 2008-08-01 09:31:49 Post Subject:
i have to say in my case its a bit of both.
there are days when i not having coffee until 8am (i start work at 7) doesnt bother me in the least...but then there are the darker days when one or two shots early in the morning just isnt enough.
i start snapping at people on my way to work just coz i didnt have time for another shot.
and dont get me wrong, i always have good coffee in the house, at the office and at the roastery...must be the weather affecting my coffee consumption
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Posted by cindy on 2008-08-01 09:31:49 Post Subject:
i have to say in my case its a bit of both.
there are days when i not having coffee until 8am (i start work at 7) doesnt bother me in the least...but then there are the darker days when one or two shots early in the morning just isnt enough.
i start snapping at people on my way to work just coz i didnt have time for another shot.
and dont get me wrong, i always have good coffee in the house, at the office and at the roastery...must be the weather affecting my coffee consumption
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View entire thread: Messed up packaging horror story
Posted by SFG75 on 2006-12-20 20:11:19 Post Subject: Messed up packaging horror story
So i'm out of gourmet beans and I stop by a great place that serves wonderful coffee and espresso drinks. I order a pound of coffee and the barista handed me the beans....in a paper coffee bag sack that has a fold over top. Yes, that will really do wonders in regards to maintaining freshness for a long period of time. I'm absolutely ravenous in my coffee consumption, so I'm not terribly worried about it, but I can't believe that the owners of this place don't take their coffee passion seriously enough to provide better packaging for their customers.
Any thoughts?
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Posted by SFG75 on 2006-12-20 20:11:19 Post Subject: Messed up packaging horror story
So i'm out of gourmet beans and I stop by a great place that serves wonderful coffee and espresso drinks. I order a pound of coffee and the barista handed me the beans....in a paper coffee bag sack that has a fold over top.
Yes, that will really do wonders in regards to maintaining freshness for a long period of time. I'm absolutely ravenous in my coffee consumption, so I'm not terribly worried about it, but I can't believe that the owners of this place don't take their coffee passion seriously enough to provide better packaging for their customers. Any thoughts?
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View entire thread: French Press Coffee = Increase in Cholesterol
Posted by caffe biscotto on 2008-09-18 05:23:02 Post Subject:
I knew there was something to coffee oils, I just couldn't put my finger on it. I get most of my coffee from drip brewers, both at home and at work. I drink so much coffee that I'd be pressing all day long, morning to night. So, I just use a french press occasionally for myself.
Here is an excerpt taken from www.pharmacy.auburn.edu
Beans for thought…
The debate over whether or not coffee is good or bad for your health has been going on for years.
While many attribute the possible negative effects on coffee to its caffeine content, studies have
been published that link coffee consumption to increased LDL-cholesterol. It has been found
substances in unfiltered coffee (such as French-press coffee, Turkish coffee, or Scandinavian
boiled coffee, or coffee prepared in a percolator), specifically two diterpenes, cafestol and
kahweol, can cause an increase in LDL-cholesterol levels when consumed over long periods of time.1,2,3,4
The mechanism of how these two compounds increase LDL cholesterol is unknown; one theory is that
cafestol may suppress bile acid synthesis, causing an increased amount of regulatory cholesterol, which
results in a decreased expression of hepatic LDL receptors, increasing levels of LDL-cholesterol.1
Studies show that filtered coffee (what most Americans consume) diminishes the risk of increased LDL cholesterol
caused by cafestol and kahweol because they are trapped by the paper filter.5 Studies are
ongoing to examine the effects of coffee – filtered and unfiltered – on cholesterol levels.
Now, in my opinion (this is me now, caffe biscotto), you can balance out this extra cholesterol intake by:
1.) Eating less red meat. Replace with poultry and fish (yummy salmon).
2.) Grilling your foods instead of frying in oils that are high in saturated fats.
3.) Cutting back on dairy, mainly whole milks.
4.) Adding more fiber to your diet. Whole grains and cereals such as oats, corn and whole grain rice have been shown to reduce cholesterol levels.
5.) Exercising (obviously).
6.) Red Red Wine. It's okay to drink red wine once in awhile, it can lower cholesterol. In some countries, tradition is a glass or so per day at or after dinner.
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Posted by caffe biscotto on 2008-09-18 05:23:02 Post Subject:
I knew there was something to coffee oils, I just couldn't put my finger on it. I get most of my coffee from drip brewers, both at home and at work. I drink so much coffee that I'd be pressing all day long, morning to night. So, I just use a french press occasionally for myself.
Here is an excerpt taken from www.pharmacy.auburn.edu
Beans for thought…
The debate over whether or not coffee is good or bad for your health has been going on for years.
While many attribute the possible negative effects on coffee to its caffeine content, studies have
been published that link coffee consumption to increased LDL-cholesterol. It has been found
substances in unfiltered coffee (such as French-press coffee, Turkish coffee, or Scandinavian
boiled coffee, or coffee prepared in a percolator), specifically two diterpenes, cafestol and
kahweol, can cause an increase in LDL-cholesterol levels when consumed over long periods of time.1,2,3,4
The mechanism of how these two compounds increase LDL cholesterol is unknown; one theory is that
cafestol may suppress bile acid synthesis, causing an increased amount of regulatory cholesterol, which
results in a decreased expression of hepatic LDL receptors, increasing levels of LDL-cholesterol.1
Studies show that filtered coffee (what most Americans consume) diminishes the risk of increased LDL cholesterol
caused by cafestol and kahweol because they are trapped by the paper filter.5 Studies are
ongoing to examine the effects of coffee – filtered and unfiltered – on cholesterol levels.
Now, in my opinion (this is me now, caffe biscotto), you can balance out this extra cholesterol intake by:
1.) Eating less red meat. Replace with poultry and fish (yummy salmon).
2.) Grilling your foods instead of frying in oils that are high in saturated fats.
3.) Cutting back on dairy, mainly whole milks.
4.) Adding more fiber to your diet. Whole grains and cereals such as oats, corn and whole grain rice have been shown to reduce cholesterol levels.
5.) Exercising (obviously).
6.) Red Red Wine. It's okay to drink red wine once in awhile, it can lower cholesterol. In some countries, tradition is a glass or so per day at or after dinner.
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View entire thread: is drive-thru espresso allowed in dallas area
Posted by beanadmirer on 2005-05-20 17:04:52 Post Subject: is drive-thru espresso allowed in dallas area
Hi all, this is my time in this forum. After reading thru some coffee related news, forums and national coffee consumption statistics, I am very much interested to start an espresso drive-thru in dallas area. I don't see an espresso drive-thru stand around dallas area.
Is it allowed(legal) to open a drive-thru espresso stand in dallas area? If anyone know about this, I will greatly appreciate your reply.
I also need opinion of seniors in coffee business, if it is a good idea to venture in drive-thru espresso in dallas area.
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Posted by beanadmirer on 2005-05-20 17:04:52 Post Subject: is drive-thru espresso allowed in dallas area
Hi all, this is my time in this forum. After reading thru some coffee related news, forums and national coffee consumption statistics, I am very much interested to start an espresso drive-thru in dallas area. I don't see an espresso drive-thru stand around dallas area.
Is it allowed(legal) to open a drive-thru espresso stand in dallas area? If anyone know about this, I will greatly appreciate your reply.
I also need opinion of seniors in coffee business, if it is a good idea to venture in drive-thru espresso in dallas area.
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Posted by beanadmirer on 2005-05-20 16:59:06 Post Subject: is drive-thru espresso allowed in dallas(texas) ares
Hi all, this is my time in this forum. After reading thru some coffee related news, forums and national coffee consumption statistics, I am very much interested to start an espresso drive-thru in dallas area. I don't see an espresso drive-thru stand around dallas area.
Is it allowed(legal) to open a drive-thru espresso stand in dallas area? If anyone know about this, I will greatly appreciate your reply.
I also need opinion of seniors in coffee business, if it is a good idea to venture in drive-thru espresso in dallas area.
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Posted by beanadmirer on 2005-05-20 16:59:06 Post Subject: is drive-thru espresso allowed in dallas(texas) ares
Hi all, this is my time in this forum. After reading thru some coffee related news, forums and national coffee consumption statistics, I am very much interested to start an espresso drive-thru in dallas area. I don't see an espresso drive-thru stand around dallas area.
Is it allowed(legal) to open a drive-thru espresso stand in dallas area? If anyone know about this, I will greatly appreciate your reply.
I also need opinion of seniors in coffee business, if it is a good idea to venture in drive-thru espresso in dallas area.
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View entire thread: teenage daughter drinking coffee with friends
Posted by Alun_evans on 2008-08-02 20:27:21 Post Subject:
I guess this may be the wrong place to ask about negative effects from coffee... I am sure the average daily consumption of caffeine here of members is well above the National average.
Really there have always been two distinct schools of thought on coffee consumption- and these are pretty much polarised. Scientific reports (often underwritten by associations such as the NRA) have shown coffee can prevent Alzheimers, help prevent bowel cancer etc. Other reports (underwritten by coffee opponents) show that coffee can accelerate heart disease and adversely affect kidney function... no wonder so many people have questions and concerns like you have.
Really coffee consumption should be enjoyed "in moderation". I would say dependng on the body mass of the individual, a max of 2-5 cups aday is OKfor most people. Gallons, certainly is extreme. I would watch out for your daughter displaying habits that are associated with excessive caffeine use (abuse)- irritation, insomnia, jiggling knee syndrome, over active...etc. This in itself may not be definatively a sign of drinking too much coffee (teenagers often display at least 1 or 2 of the symptoms listed anyway, regardless of whether they drink coffee or not!!), however it is a guide to over use. Maybe point your daughter towards drinking decafe? Maybe ask her why she likes coffee...it could be she likes the milk, in which case many cafes serve just steamed milk, without coffee...
All in all I would not be too concerned. When I was a teenager I was drinking 17 cups a day. Granted, it led to my life in the coffee industry, but many of my friends who also drank a lot are now leading normal lives, drinking 2 cups aday and holding down good jobs in offices (while I rove the wilds of Indonesia!)
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Posted by Alun_evans on 2008-08-02 20:27:21 Post Subject:
I guess this may be the wrong place to ask about negative effects from coffee... I am sure the average daily consumption of caffeine here of members is well above the National average.
Really there have always been two distinct schools of thought on coffee consumption- and these are pretty much polarised. Scientific reports (often underwritten by associations such as the NRA) have shown coffee can prevent Alzheimers, help prevent bowel cancer etc. Other reports (underwritten by coffee opponents) show that coffee can accelerate heart disease and adversely affect kidney function... no wonder so many people have questions and concerns like you have.
Really coffee consumption should be enjoyed "in moderation". I would say dependng on the body mass of the individual, a max of 2-5 cups aday is OKfor most people. Gallons, certainly is extreme. I would watch out for your daughter displaying habits that are associated with excessive caffeine use (abuse)- irritation, insomnia, jiggling knee syndrome, over active...etc. This in itself may not be definatively a sign of drinking too much coffee (teenagers often display at least 1 or 2 of the symptoms listed anyway, regardless of whether they drink coffee or not!!), however it is a guide to over use. Maybe point your daughter towards drinking decafe? Maybe ask her why she likes coffee...it could be she likes the milk, in which case many cafes serve just steamed milk, without coffee...
All in all I would not be too concerned. When I was a teenager I was drinking 17 cups a day. Granted, it led to my life in the coffee industry, but many of my friends who also drank a lot are now leading normal lives, drinking 2 cups aday and holding down good jobs in offices (while I rove the wilds of Indonesia!)
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View entire thread: Coffee Consumption Statistics - Must View
Posted by Anonymous on 2004-10-29 00:28:39 Post Subject: Coffee Consumption Statistics - Must View
Coffee Consumption Statistics
The National Coffee Association and The Specialty Coffee Association of America conduct annual surveys regarding coffee consumption each year. The gathered data below can be extremely beneficial to anyone wishing to start a business or just have an insight on coffee consumption.
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Results of Gathered Data:
Nearly 52% of Americans over 18 years of age drink coffee every day. This represents over 100 million daily drinkers. 30 million American adults drink specialty coffee beverages daily; which include a mocha, latte, espresso, café mocha, cappuccino, frozen/iced coffee beverages, etc.
Average Beverage Price:
The average price for an espresso based drink is $2.45
The average price for brewed coffee is $1.38.
Coffee Cup Consumption per Day:
Men drink as much coffee as women; each consuming an average of 1.6 cups per day.
Women seem to be more concerned about the price than men.
Among coffee drinkers, the average consumption in the United States is 3.2 cups of coffee per day.
Average Cup Size:
The average coffee cup size is 9 ounces.
30% of the population drinks coffee occasionally.
Time of day:
65% of all coffee is consumed during breakfast hours
30% between meals
5% with other meals
Preferences:
35% of coffee drinkers prefer black coffee
60% prefer to add sugar and/or cream
Motivations:
Women indicated that drinking coffee is a good way to relax.
Men indicated that coffee helps them get the job done.
Miscellaneous:
The United States imports in excess of $4 Billion worth of coffee per year.
Americans consume 400 million cups of coffee per day making the United States the leading consumer of coffee in the world.
On an average, 250 Cups of espresso and coffee drinks are sold per day at almost any espresso drive-thru business with a great visible location. (500 cups per day is extraordinary.)
Independent coffee shops manage to sell 31% of espresso-based drinks, while the rest is brewed coffee.
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Posted by Anonymous on 2004-10-29 00:28:39 Post Subject: Coffee Consumption Statistics - Must View
Coffee Consumption Statistics
The National Coffee Association and The Specialty Coffee Association of America conduct annual surveys regarding coffee consumption each year. The gathered data below can be extremely beneficial to anyone wishing to start a business or just have an insight on coffee consumption.
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Results of Gathered Data:
Nearly 52% of Americans over 18 years of age drink coffee every day. This represents over 100 million daily drinkers. 30 million American adults drink specialty coffee beverages daily; which include a mocha, latte, espresso, café mocha, cappuccino, frozen/iced coffee beverages, etc.
Average Beverage Price:
The average price for an espresso based drink is $2.45
The average price for brewed coffee is $1.38.
Coffee Cup Consumption per Day:
Men drink as much coffee as women; each consuming an average of 1.6 cups per day.
Women seem to be more concerned about the price than men.
Among coffee drinkers, the average consumption in the United States is 3.2 cups of coffee per day.
Average Cup Size:
The average coffee cup size is 9 ounces.
30% of the population drinks coffee occasionally.
Time of day:
65% of all coffee is consumed during breakfast hours
30% between meals
5% with other meals
Preferences:
35% of coffee drinkers prefer black coffee
60% prefer to add sugar and/or cream
Motivations:
Women indicated that drinking coffee is a good way to relax.
Men indicated that coffee helps them get the job done.
Miscellaneous:
The United States imports in excess of $4 Billion worth of coffee per year.
Americans consume 400 million cups of coffee per day making the United States the leading consumer of coffee in the world.
On an average, 250 Cups of espresso and coffee drinks are sold per day at almost any espresso drive-thru business with a great visible location. (500 cups per day is extraordinary.)
Independent coffee shops manage to sell 31% of espresso-based drinks, while the rest is brewed coffee.
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Posted by Alun_evans on 2008-05-02 20:24:37 Post Subject:
Consumption trends – Coffee drinking rises among American teenagers, experts say
Milan - Though coffee consumption by teens isn't well tracked in the US, Dan Raiten, a nutrition researcher at the National Institutes of Health, says more children seem to be drinking more coffee, and starting at younger ages.
In 2001, 10 per cent of visits to gourmet coffee and tea shops were by consumers under the age of 18, according to market research firm NPD Group. Last year it was 13 per cent.
From there, the numbers go up. The National Coffee Association says young people are the fastest growing coffee-drinking niche. In 2002, about 24 per cent of 18-to 24-year-olds drank coffee. Last year, it was 37 per cent.
But are coffee drinks good for kids?
A 16-ounce Starbucks coffee has about 320 milligrams of caffeine. It would take more than nine 12-ounce Cokes to get that much caffeine from soda.
A 2007 report by the Institute of Medicine's Committee on Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools advised against selling caffeinated products to children because of possible negative effects of dependency and withdrawal, including difficulty concentrating.
But sweet coffee drinks are making caffeine more accessible to children. The main concern is of kids becoming dependent on it and they need it to get going, specialists say.
From commercials and the media the idea is that you need an extra jolt in life. And now that jolt tastes good to a 12-year-old. "It's a symbol of grown-up sophistication," said in an analysis Temple University professor Bryant Simon. "Caffeine isn't great for you, but it can't really kill you, so this is a safe place for expressing adolescent angst and desires for independence."
Experts from the American Academy of Pediatrics' nutrition committee, worry as they see girls skipping meals and using coffee to lose weight, sometimes fuelled by a glorification of coffee by young celebrities.
Roland Griffiths, a caffeine expert and professor of psychology and neuroscience at Johns Hopkins University says parents should exercise more oversight when it comes to coffee consumption.
Among the side effects, caffeine withdrawal can trigger headaches, lethargy, inability to concentrate, irritability, depression, mood changes and in some cases nausea, vomiting or achy flu-like symptoms
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Posted by Alun_evans on 2008-05-02 20:24:37 Post Subject:
Consumption trends – Coffee drinking rises among American teenagers, experts say
Milan - Though coffee consumption by teens isn't well tracked in the US, Dan Raiten, a nutrition researcher at the National Institutes of Health, says more children seem to be drinking more coffee, and starting at younger ages.
In 2001, 10 per cent of visits to gourmet coffee and tea shops were by consumers under the age of 18, according to market research firm NPD Group. Last year it was 13 per cent.
From there, the numbers go up. The National Coffee Association says young people are the fastest growing coffee-drinking niche. In 2002, about 24 per cent of 18-to 24-year-olds drank coffee. Last year, it was 37 per cent.
But are coffee drinks good for kids?
A 16-ounce Starbucks coffee has about 320 milligrams of caffeine. It would take more than nine 12-ounce Cokes to get that much caffeine from soda.
A 2007 report by the Institute of Medicine's Committee on Nutrition Standards for Foods in Schools advised against selling caffeinated products to children because of possible negative effects of dependency and withdrawal, including difficulty concentrating.
But sweet coffee drinks are making caffeine more accessible to children. The main concern is of kids becoming dependent on it and they need it to get going, specialists say.
From commercials and the media the idea is that you need an extra jolt in life. And now that jolt tastes good to a 12-year-old. "It's a symbol of grown-up sophistication," said in an analysis Temple University professor Bryant Simon. "Caffeine isn't great for you, but it can't really kill you, so this is a safe place for expressing adolescent angst and desires for independence."
Experts from the American Academy of Pediatrics' nutrition committee, worry as they see girls skipping meals and using coffee to lose weight, sometimes fuelled by a glorification of coffee by young celebrities.
Roland Griffiths, a caffeine expert and professor of psychology and neuroscience at Johns Hopkins University says parents should exercise more oversight when it comes to coffee consumption.
Among the side effects, caffeine withdrawal can trigger headaches, lethargy, inability to concentrate, irritability, depression, mood changes and in some cases nausea, vomiting or achy flu-like symptoms
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View entire thread: Hello I'm new here
Posted by Coffee Cup Joe on 2004-09-27 19:19:14 Post Subject: This seems like the new here page
Hi Vivian and all,
I'd like to introduce myself because I respect the integrity of the
forum, and want to be really clear about myself! You'll probably see quite a few posts from me as I visit and continue to learn.
I, Coffee Cup Joe, am an animated, coffee-loving character who has come
to life through a series of interesting experiences, and I am now
trying to make my living as a journalist and foreign correspondent. I have
been researching facts related to coffee farming and learning about
coffee consumption in different parts of the world. I have done some
interviews, and have compiled written and audio stories called "Coffee Cup
Joe's Best of the World's Stories". I had hoped that by joining this
forum, I could learn more about coffee, and the people that really have
an affinity for coffee and maybe some of their stories.
I have ended up in New York City, but I love traveling everywhere. I
love people, travel, coffee,life (and Music!) and hope to bring awareness to
the common cultural threads that the social consumption of coffee has
worldwide.
Enjoying the visit in here thus far.
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Posted by Coffee Cup Joe on 2004-09-27 19:19:14 Post Subject: This seems like the new here page
Hi Vivian and all,
I'd like to introduce myself because I respect the integrity of the
forum, and want to be really clear about myself! You'll probably see quite a few posts from me as I visit and continue to learn.
I, Coffee Cup Joe, am an animated, coffee-loving character who has come
to life through a series of interesting experiences, and I am now
trying to make my living as a journalist and foreign correspondent. I have
been researching facts related to coffee farming and learning about
coffee consumption in different parts of the world. I have done some
interviews, and have compiled written and audio stories called "Coffee Cup
Joe's Best of the World's Stories". I had hoped that by joining this
forum, I could learn more about coffee, and the people that really have
an affinity for coffee and maybe some of their stories.
I have ended up in New York City, but I love traveling everywhere. I
love people, travel, coffee,life (and Music!) and hope to bring awareness to
the common cultural threads that the social consumption of coffee has
worldwide.
Enjoying the visit in here thus far.
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View entire thread: Cofee degrades muscles!!! Take a POLL.
Posted by mrgnomer on 2007-02-11 14:22:20 Post Subject:
I read somewhere that the taste and affect of coffee makes it easy to suppose that coffee is bad for you in some way. Ironically, the studies I've read focussing on coffee and coffee consumption find that the benefits of coffee overshadow any negative affects. Whether the studies are biased or not is hard to tell for me, a layperson, but the conclusions favour coffee. I work in construction and besides a thermos of coffee a day I enjoy atleast 2-4 double espressos. Muscle mass unaffected.
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Posted by mrgnomer on 2007-02-11 14:22:20 Post Subject:
I read somewhere that the taste and affect of coffee makes it easy to suppose that coffee is bad for you in some way. Ironically, the studies I've read focussing on coffee and coffee consumption find that the benefits of coffee overshadow any negative affects. Whether the studies are biased or not is hard to tell for me, a layperson, but the conclusions favour coffee. I work in construction and besides a thermos of coffee a day I enjoy atleast 2-4 double espressos. Muscle mass unaffected.
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View entire thread: How do you fix Soycofee coffee with an Espresso machine?
Posted by cafemakers on 2007-01-21 14:48:56 Post Subject:
Oh really huh? That is a shame
I was hoping to have some healthier coffee minus the caffeine.
Just out of curiosity, what data do you have that proves coffee is "unhealthy?" I have not seen any clinical evidence of medical complications from coffee consumption, other than hypertension and upset stomach at fairly high levels of intake. I get an upset stomach drinking "healthy" orange juice.
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Posted by cafemakers on 2007-01-21 14:48:56 Post Subject:
Oh really huh? That is a shame
I was hoping to have some healthier coffee minus the caffeine.Just out of curiosity, what data do you have that proves coffee is "unhealthy?" I have not seen any clinical evidence of medical complications from coffee consumption, other than hypertension and upset stomach at fairly high levels of intake. I get an upset stomach drinking "healthy" orange juice.
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Posted by cafemakers on 2007-01-22 16:43:21 Post Subject:
Hot off of the presses from UPI this morning:
Review: Coffee generally positive
CHICAGO, Jan. 22 (UPI) -- Moderate drinking of coffee is being shown to have generally positive and protective effects on the emergence of disease conditions, say U.S. researchers.
Food Technology reports that recent studies of coffee in combination with reviews of research gathered over the past 30 years reveal that consumption improves glucose regulation and lowers the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, among other favorable effects.
"Many negative health myths about coffee drinking may now be transformed into validated health benefits," says Roger A. Clemens, a functional food expert with the Institute of Food Technologists and nutritional biochemist.
"Scientific evidence now suggests that moderate coffee consumption -- 3 to 5 cups a day -- may be associated with reduced risks of certain disease conditions."
Another area of coffee's positive affect on the body is its possible cancer-protective properties, possibly due to its naturally occurring and brewing-produced antioxidants, according to Clemens.
Some research strongly links coffee's properties to protect blood vessels from dilating as one possible mechanism that brain cells use to defend against Parkinson's disease. One cup of coffee a day may as much as halve the risk of developing this disease, the article states.
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Posted by cafemakers on 2007-01-22 16:43:21 Post Subject:
Hot off of the presses from UPI this morning:
Review: Coffee generally positive
CHICAGO, Jan. 22 (UPI) -- Moderate drinking of coffee is being shown to have generally positive and protective effects on the emergence of disease conditions, say U.S. researchers.
Food Technology reports that recent studies of coffee in combination with reviews of research gathered over the past 30 years reveal that consumption improves glucose regulation and lowers the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, among other favorable effects.
"Many negative health myths about coffee drinking may now be transformed into validated health benefits," says Roger A. Clemens, a functional food expert with the Institute of Food Technologists and nutritional biochemist.
"Scientific evidence now suggests that moderate coffee consumption -- 3 to 5 cups a day -- may be associated with reduced risks of certain disease conditions."
Another area of coffee's positive affect on the body is its possible cancer-protective properties, possibly due to its naturally occurring and brewing-produced antioxidants, according to Clemens.
Some research strongly links coffee's properties to protect blood vessels from dilating as one possible mechanism that brain cells use to defend against Parkinson's disease. One cup of coffee a day may as much as halve the risk of developing this disease, the article states.
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View entire thread: Coffee Sales
Posted by PinkRose on 2008-10-14 15:55:31 Post Subject:
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There are still many other things that people will decide to cut back on before they start cutting back on their coffee consumption. For example, I wonder how movie ticket (and popcorn) sales are doing now-a-days.
Rose
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Posted by PinkRose on 2008-10-14 15:55:31 Post Subject:
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There are still many other things that people will decide to cut back on before they start cutting back on their coffee consumption. For example, I wonder how movie ticket (and popcorn) sales are doing now-a-days.
Rose
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Posted by Alun_evans on 2008-10-23 20:35:44 Post Subject:
Coffee is still a product that fills a need. I dont think this will change, infact a "Re.......ion" may actually incease coffee consumption- whether this be by the cup, or by the retail pack sold to be taken home, ground and consumed there. I think the area to be careful of when opening a new cafe at present is the food costs. What I hear from people I know around the world who are running cafe businesses is food sales are flat or lower than a year ago, coffee sales are up. Of course food costs can be a huge albatross around your neck- so managing these carefully is probably more important than it ever was.
I also think that as has been said so many times here, and on other forums, the key to this business is a good part passion- mixed with an attention to detail that covers quality, service and great product!
There is a good article Andrew Hetzel posted out recently. Its worth a read> http://www.supermarketguru.com/index.cf ... ticleId/61
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Posted by Alun_evans on 2008-10-23 20:35:44 Post Subject:
Coffee is still a product that fills a need. I dont think this will change, infact a "Re.......ion" may actually incease coffee consumption- whether this be by the cup, or by the retail pack sold to be taken home, ground and consumed there. I think the area to be careful of when opening a new cafe at present is the food costs. What I hear from people I know around the world who are running cafe businesses is food sales are flat or lower than a year ago, coffee sales are up. Of course food costs can be a huge albatross around your neck- so managing these carefully is probably more important than it ever was.
I also think that as has been said so many times here, and on other forums, the key to this business is a good part passion- mixed with an attention to detail that covers quality, service and great product!
There is a good article Andrew Hetzel posted out recently. Its worth a read> http://www.supermarketguru.com/index.cf ... ticleId/61
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Posted by davidsbiscotti on 2008-05-03 04:45:30 Post Subject:
Excellent in-depth info and statistics Alun. Nine Cokes = one 16oz coffee? That surprised me the most.
Alun, when you wrote "Roland Griffiths, a caffeine expert and professor of psychology and neuroscience at Johns Hopkins University says parents should exercise more oversight when it comes to coffee consumption." I think that expressed my (caffe biscotto's) point, to encourage a 4th grader to ask his parents what they thought first. Bisquit812 should know it's okay to be open with his/her parents and not have to rely on strangers' opinions. Next thing you know, they're on a ridiculous porn forum (not that there are any, I wouldn't know), asking if it's okay to do other things a ten year old shouldn't be doing.
Information on the internet is boundless. Luckily a good guy like Alun replied though.
Again, Bisquit812, your parents are wise and have lots of experience. They know what's best for you and your health right now. Ask them and let us know what you learned.
(Another funny thing I noticed........ maybe paranoia, but this could actually be not a 10 year old, but someone looking for negative info on coffee for their report. Read back their post with this in mind.)
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Posted by davidsbiscotti on 2008-05-03 04:45:30 Post Subject:
Excellent in-depth info and statistics Alun. Nine Cokes = one 16oz coffee? That surprised me the most.
Alun, when you wrote "Roland Griffiths, a caffeine expert and professor of psychology and neuroscience at Johns Hopkins University says parents should exercise more oversight when it comes to coffee consumption." I think that expressed my (caffe biscotto's) point, to encourage a 4th grader to ask his parents what they thought first. Bisquit812 should know it's okay to be open with his/her parents and not have to rely on strangers' opinions. Next thing you know, they're on a ridiculous porn forum (not that there are any, I wouldn't know), asking if it's okay to do other things a ten year old shouldn't be doing.
Information on the internet is boundless. Luckily a good guy like Alun replied though.
Again, Bisquit812, your parents are wise and have lots of experience. They know what's best for you and your health right now. Ask them and let us know what you learned.
(Another funny thing I noticed........ maybe paranoia, but this could actually be not a 10 year old, but someone looking for negative info on coffee for their report. Read back their post with this in mind.)
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Posted by tintinet on 2003-09-16 10:40:06 Post Subject:
I was wondering, did you happen to find out anything about coffee/caffeine lowering chances of heart disease? This was just one claim I had heard on the radio recently.
"A Scottish Heart Health study, examined people who drank large amounts of coffee or tea. Those who drank coffee had healthier hearts than those who drank tea, which seems to go against the popular opinion that tea is better for you than coffee. The researchers were quick to point out that they did not take lifestyle or diet into account for this study. "
"Cafestol and kahweol. Odds are you’ve never heard of these two substances, which are found in the oils in ground coffee.
And, as long as you drink instant or filtered drip coffee (which most home coffee machines make and most restaurants and coffee houses serve), odds are they’re not raising your LDL (“badâ€
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Posted by tintinet on 2003-09-16 10:40:06 Post Subject:
I was wondering, did you happen to find out anything about coffee/caffeine lowering chances of heart disease? This was just one claim I had heard on the radio recently.
"A Scottish Heart Health study, examined people who drank large amounts of coffee or tea. Those who drank coffee had healthier hearts than those who drank tea, which seems to go against the popular opinion that tea is better for you than coffee. The researchers were quick to point out that they did not take lifestyle or diet into account for this study. "
"Cafestol and kahweol. Odds are you’ve never heard of these two substances, which are found in the oils in ground coffee.
And, as long as you drink instant or filtered drip coffee (which most home coffee machines make and most restaurants and coffee houses serve), odds are they’re not raising your LDL (“badâ€
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View entire thread: Health benefits of Caffeine
Posted by CoffeeDetective on 2007-08-27 18:14:34 Post Subject: Some amunition for your struggle...
Ross, hi
Nearly all the negative press about coffee and caffeine can all be linked back to a study at Harvard about thirty years ago. The study showed a possible link between coffee and cancer. The trouble is, the study was flawed and Harvard public withdrew it shortly afterwards. But the stigma remained.
Here's the latest from Harvard:
"Despite 20 years of reassuring research, many people still avoid caffeinated coffee because they worry about its health effects. However, current research reveals that in moderation—a few cups a day—coffee is a safe beverage that may even offer some health benefits. The September issue of Harvard Women's Health Watch weighs the pros and cons of this popular beverage and eases the concerns of moderate coffee drinkers.
The latest research has not only confirmed that moderate coffee consumption doesn't cause harm, it's also uncovered possible benefits. Coffee may reduce the risk of developing gallstones, discourage the development of colon cancer, improve cognitive function, reduce the risk of liver damage in people at high risk for liver disease, and reduce the risk of Parkinson's disease. Coffee has also been shown to improve endurance performance in long-duration physical activities."
Source: Harvard Health Publications, Harvard Medical School, 2006.
If I am permitted to add a url, you can find out plenty more about the benefits of coffee and caffeine here: http://www.coffeedetective.com/coffee-benefits.html
(Maybe your mom will love the fact that coffee is the #1 source of antioxidants in the North America diet.)
Hope this helps.
Best wishes,
Nick
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Posted by CoffeeDetective on 2007-08-27 18:14:34 Post Subject: Some amunition for your struggle...
Ross, hi
Nearly all the negative press about coffee and caffeine can all be linked back to a study at Harvard about thirty years ago. The study showed a possible link between coffee and cancer. The trouble is, the study was flawed and Harvard public withdrew it shortly afterwards. But the stigma remained.
Here's the latest from Harvard:
"Despite 20 years of reassuring research, many people still avoid caffeinated coffee because they worry about its health effects. However, current research reveals that in moderation—a few cups a day—coffee is a safe beverage that may even offer some health benefits. The September issue of Harvard Women's Health Watch weighs the pros and cons of this popular beverage and eases the concerns of moderate coffee drinkers.
The latest research has not only confirmed that moderate coffee consumption doesn't cause harm, it's also uncovered possible benefits. Coffee may reduce the risk of developing gallstones, discourage the development of colon cancer, improve cognitive function, reduce the risk of liver damage in people at high risk for liver disease, and reduce the risk of Parkinson's disease. Coffee has also been shown to improve endurance performance in long-duration physical activities."
Source: Harvard Health Publications, Harvard Medical School, 2006.
If I am permitted to add a url, you can find out plenty more about the benefits of coffee and caffeine here: http://www.coffeedetective.com/coffee-benefits.html
(Maybe your mom will love the fact that coffee is the #1 source of antioxidants in the North America diet.)
Hope this helps.
Best wishes,
Nick
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Posted by Requiem on 2008-03-23 13:18:10 Post Subject: Re: Health benefits of Caffeine
My mom totally banned me from all caffeine products and she said if I could find some good health benefits from caffeine and coffee then I can drink it. Could you guys help me out a little?
Hey Ross, there are actually quite a few established health benefits of daily consumption of coffee;
Firstly, with regard to risk of type II diabetes mellitus:
Very large study done out of Harvard with n = > 100,000 which showed a ~30% reduction in T2DM in patients who consumed 4 6oz cups of coffee a day. What this means is in the coffee drinkers, their risk of diabetes decreased by 30% compared to the non-coffee drinkers, all other things being equal. Here are some other studies:
(1)B. Smith, D. L. Wingard, T. C. Smith, D. Kritz-Silverstein, and E. Barrett-Connor
Does coffee consumption reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes in individuals with impaired glucose?
Diabetes Care, November 1, 2006; 29(11): 2385 - 2390.
(2)
Coffee and Sweetened Beverage Consumption and the Risk of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: The Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Study
Am. J. Epidemiol., December 1, 2006; 164(11): 1075 - 1084.
(3) J. A Greenberg, C. N Boozer, and A. Geliebter
Coffee, diabetes, and weight control.
Am. J. Clinical Nutrition, October 1, 2006; 84(4): 682 - 693.
(4) Diabetes Care. 2006 Feb;29(2):398-403.
Coffee, caffeine, and risk of type 2 diabetes: a prospective cohort study in younger and middle-aged U.S. women.
van Dam RM, Willett WC, Manson JE, Hu FB.
If you look at the dates they''re all very recently published in the literature, i.e. 2006.
If you need another benefit it''s tied to lower incidences of Alzheimer''s Disease as well, maybe associated with the pharmacological inhibition of Adenosine Type II receptors in the CNS.
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Posted by Requiem on 2008-03-23 13:18:10 Post Subject: Re: Health benefits of Caffeine
My mom totally banned me from all caffeine products and she said if I could find some good health benefits from caffeine and coffee then I can drink it. Could you guys help me out a little?
Hey Ross, there are actually quite a few established health benefits of daily consumption of coffee;
Firstly, with regard to risk of type II diabetes mellitus:
Very large study done out of Harvard with n = > 100,000 which showed a ~30% reduction in T2DM in patients who consumed 4 6oz cups of coffee a day. What this means is in the coffee drinkers, their risk of diabetes decreased by 30% compared to the non-coffee drinkers, all other things being equal. Here are some other studies:
(1)B. Smith, D. L. Wingard, T. C. Smith, D. Kritz-Silverstein, and E. Barrett-Connor
Does coffee consumption reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes in individuals with impaired glucose?
Diabetes Care, November 1, 2006; 29(11): 2385 - 2390.
(2)
Coffee and Sweetened Beverage Consumption and the Risk of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: The Atherosclerosis Risk in Communities Study
Am. J. Epidemiol., December 1, 2006; 164(11): 1075 - 1084.
(3) J. A Greenberg, C. N Boozer, and A. Geliebter
Coffee, diabetes, and weight control.
Am. J. Clinical Nutrition, October 1, 2006; 84(4): 682 - 693.
(4) Diabetes Care. 2006 Feb;29(2):398-403.
Coffee, caffeine, and risk of type 2 diabetes: a prospective cohort study in younger and middle-aged U.S. women.
van Dam RM, Willett WC, Manson JE, Hu FB.
If you look at the dates they''re all very recently published in the literature, i.e. 2006.
If you need another benefit it''s tied to lower incidences of Alzheimer''s Disease as well, maybe associated with the pharmacological inhibition of Adenosine Type II receptors in the CNS.
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Posted by MakoShark on 2008-06-03 12:54:05 Post Subject: Enigma
Dear John,
First, you must be an alien! How else could you have found and posted such a perfect likeness of me?
I read your post, and believe you missed my point. I am not judging your business model or your standards or practice. I am only speaking from the perspective of a newcomer to the world of coffee who might be blown out of their interest by those who can tolerate nothing but their own high level of appreciation.
I understand what you are saying about the lack of good coffee available. I have the same problem. You are wise and smart in building your business so that you can capture your niche. And I totally understand the strength of loyalty you build with your customers in your approach.
I believe those who possess great knowledge in their field have a responsibility to bring others up. Especially when the field is so public and universally practiced as coffee consumption.
You are a purveyor of fine coffee. You are also a purveyor of knowledge and coffee culture. The responsibility says you should be empathetic toward those who are up and coming. Teach them. Nurture them. This is how we build the collective appreciation for fine coffee. Ultimately we can increase the quality of coffees offered everywhere this way.
D. Donuts and their ilk flourish only because they have a populace willing to drink their coffee. It can change, one drinker at a time.
Sounds like a movement to me....
Mako
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Posted by MakoShark on 2008-06-03 12:54:05 Post Subject: Enigma
Dear John,
First, you must be an alien! How else could you have found and posted such a perfect likeness of me?
I read your post, and believe you missed my point. I am not judging your business model or your standards or practice. I am only speaking from the perspective of a newcomer to the world of coffee who might be blown out of their interest by those who can tolerate nothing but their own high level of appreciation.
I understand what you are saying about the lack of good coffee available. I have the same problem. You are wise and smart in building your business so that you can capture your niche. And I totally understand the strength of loyalty you build with your customers in your approach.
I believe those who possess great knowledge in their field have a responsibility to bring others up. Especially when the field is so public and universally practiced as coffee consumption.
You are a purveyor of fine coffee. You are also a purveyor of knowledge and coffee culture. The responsibility says you should be empathetic toward those who are up and coming. Teach them. Nurture them. This is how we build the collective appreciation for fine coffee. Ultimately we can increase the quality of coffees offered everywhere this way.
D. Donuts and their ilk flourish only because they have a populace willing to drink their coffee. It can change, one drinker at a time.
Sounds like a movement to me....
Mako
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Posted by Rowley on 2004-02-23 10:01:36 Post Subject:
here you go theboogieman business-standard.com talks about coffee's positive effects, and quote "Research carried out in the past few decades has clearly indicated that coffee consumption in moderation had no adverse impact on human health."
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Posted by Rowley on 2004-02-23 10:01:36 Post Subject:
here you go theboogieman business-standard.com talks about coffee's positive effects, and quote "Research carried out in the past few decades has clearly indicated that coffee consumption in moderation had no adverse impact on human health."
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Posted by CafeBlue on 2007-04-13 00:14:34 Post Subject: mis-information
3ternal: your health claims are un-supported.
Current medical studies and experts agree that daily and moderate coffee consumption imparts beneficial effects. Coffee does not have a highly acid ph level. The commonly used taste descriptor of "acidity" references the taste sensations (sometimes also described with secondary terms like: fruity, floral, tart, bright, zesty, winey, etc) usually sensed in the front of the palate.
Perhaps you have been mislead by the dreadful tastes associated with coffee that sat on a hot-plate for so long that the chemical structure fractured, but even non coffee drinkers recognize that such a bitter brew is not fresh coffee and should be discarded. In any case, please read the following quote from the ICO website.
Can Coffee Cause Heartburn?
Heartburn, or acid indigestion, is a very common and uncomfortable condition for which there are many possible causes ranging from eating rich or spicy foods to undue stress. In a study involving 394 patients with heartburn, neither the acidity nor the strength of the coffee was associated with their reported heartburn (9). Some people do report suffering heartburn after drinking coffee, but it is thought more likely to be associated with the meal eaten previously, rather than the coffee. There is also no conclusive evidence that drinking coffee is bad for the stomach or involved in the formation of gastric or duodenal ulcers.
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Posted by CafeBlue on 2007-04-13 00:14:34 Post Subject: mis-information
3ternal: your health claims are un-supported.
Current medical studies and experts agree that daily and moderate coffee consumption imparts beneficial effects. Coffee does not have a highly acid ph level. The commonly used taste descriptor of "acidity" references the taste sensations (sometimes also described with secondary terms like: fruity, floral, tart, bright, zesty, winey, etc) usually sensed in the front of the palate.
Perhaps you have been mislead by the dreadful tastes associated with coffee that sat on a hot-plate for so long that the chemical structure fractured, but even non coffee drinkers recognize that such a bitter brew is not fresh coffee and should be discarded. In any case, please read the following quote from the ICO website.
Can Coffee Cause Heartburn?
Heartburn, or acid indigestion, is a very common and uncomfortable condition for which there are many possible causes ranging from eating rich or spicy foods to undue stress. In a study involving 394 patients with heartburn, neither the acidity nor the strength of the coffee was associated with their reported heartburn (9). Some people do report suffering heartburn after drinking coffee, but it is thought more likely to be associated with the meal eaten previously, rather than the coffee. There is also no conclusive evidence that drinking coffee is bad for the stomach or involved in the formation of gastric or duodenal ulcers.
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Posted by tintinet on 2003-09-10 18:42:46 Post Subject: USDA
USDA database says average per capita coffee consumption was about 1.6 cups/day in 2002. This is down from 2.77 cups/day in 1960. I'd have thought per capita consumption would be up with all the Starbucks, etc.
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Posted by tintinet on 2003-09-10 18:42:46 Post Subject: USDA
USDA database says average per capita coffee consumption was about 1.6 cups/day in 2002. This is down from 2.77 cups/day in 1960. I'd have thought per capita consumption would be up with all the Starbucks, etc.
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Posted by iluvink on 2003-10-27 16:43:42 Post Subject:
You know...now that you mention it. I've noticed a similar reaction to NOT having my daily coffee consumption. Everyone reacts differently, I guess. I think that I'll get back to force-feeding my white mice, pounds of saccharin, now.
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Posted by iluvink on 2003-10-27 16:43:42 Post Subject:
You know...now that you mention it. I've noticed a similar reaction to NOT having my daily coffee consumption. Everyone reacts differently, I guess. I think that I'll get back to force-feeding my white mice, pounds of saccharin, now.
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Posted by tintinet on 2003-09-15 18:47:35 Post Subject: A Find on the Net Regarding Coffee- Oh, Myth!
It Doesn't Cause Cancer... It's Not Addictive...Nor Fat-free ...the Myths And Facts About Coffee
2003 September 09 Printer-friendly format Email this article to a friend
By AMY ANDERSON
AN AUSTRALIAN study claims that coffee can increase stamina and help weight loss. It, most health experts warn against drinking it. So what is the truth about coffee? AMY ANDERSON separates myth from fact . . .
Coffee is fat-free - MYTH AFTER brewing, espresso coffee contains 2.5 per cent fat. Filter coffee contains 0.6 per cent. It's mainly the milk or cream taken with the coffee that adds fat.
Coffee makes you more physically active - FACT CAFFEINE - the main active ingredient in coffee - acts as a mild stimulant on the central nervous system. This, in turn, is responsible for boosting alertness when individuals are tired - during nightshift work, on a long journey, or after lunch when the body's circadian rhythm is at its lowest. It is also why drinking coffee before taking part in sport can make you perform better.
Coffee is just a quick stimulant - MYTH THE stimulant effect of coffee peaks in the blood 15 to 45 minutes after drinking - but may persist for hours. How fast your body deals with caffeine depends on your metabolic rate, but its expulsion is slowed by pregnancy, medications such antacids and the Pill.
It's always hard to give up coffee - MYTH A TINY percentage of the population, who may be sensitive to the mild stimulant effects of caffeine, may experience withdrawal symptoms, such as headache and lethargy, if they suddenly stop drinking coffee.
These symptoms can be avoided by cutting down gradually over a few days.
Most people just feel slightly less alert in the mornings when they stop drinking coffee.
Drinking coffee is an aid to weight loss - FACT CAFFEINE has been shown to lead to a temporary increase in the metabolic rate and the rate of fat breakdown. Although increases in energy expenditure caused by caffeine are small, they may be of benefit in some weight loss programmes.
Coffee can make you more mentally alert - FACT CAFFEINE can boost the speed of rapid information processing by 10 per cent, and a cup of coffee after lunch helps to counteract the 'post-lunch dip' in ability to sustain concentration. It can also make you less drowsy when you have a cold, and can stimulate sensory nerves.
Coffee is certain to make it hard to sleep - MYTH THE effect of caffeine on the ability to fall asleep differs hugely between individuals. Some people who drink coffee in the evening find they have no problems sleeping; others find its stimulant effect means it takes them much longer to fall asleep.
However, a higher proportion of poor sleepers than good sleepers appear to metabolise caffeine particularly slowly. This is why doctors often recommend that people who are having problems getting to sleep refrain from drinking coffee in the late afternoon or early evening.
The darker the roast, the stronger the coffee - MYTH THE darkness of a coffee roast depends on how long it has been left to roast for, and lighter roasts often have a stronger flavour.
Darker roasts are more acidic, which can make the taste better or worse, depending on your personal preference.
Coffee is a diuretic - MYTH WITH normal consumption of three or four cups a day, studies have found the diuretic effects of coffee to be negligible.
It's only when there's a high intake that appears to have a diuretic effect.
Drinking coffee causes cancer - MYTH THOUSANDS of research projects have been carried out to investigate any links between coffee consumption and the development of cancer. In 1997, the World Cancer Research Fund published a comprehensive review of diet and cancer. It stated: 'Most evidence suggests that regular consumption of coffee and/or tea has no risk of cancer at any site.' Some studies have found that a freshly brewed cup of coffee may actually help your body to fight cancer. Antioxidants in both regular and decaffeinated coffee - many of which are produced during the roasting process may have beneficial effects.
Antioxidants can reduce levels of damaging free-radicals and have been shown in studies to have both cancer and age-fighting effects.
Coffee causes Parkinson's disease - MYTH CONSUMPTION of increasing amounts of coffee or caffeine is associated in studies with a significantly lower incidence of Parkinson's disease - a condition which affects a region of the brain causing a tremor of the hands, an abnormal gait, rigidity of the legs and arms, and often altered mental function.
Coffee can be used as a beauty treatment - FACT THE Japanese have been known to bathe in coffee grounds fermented with pineapple pulp to reduce wrinkles and improve skin.
Coffee can cause high blood pressure - MYTH HABITUAL coffee drinkers have been shown to have a similar blood pressure to non- coffee drinkers. However, some people who have not consumed coffee for a period of time and who then start to drink coffee may experience a small, short-term rise in blood pressure. This rise would be no greater than that experienced when engaging in active conversation or laughing.
Drinking coffee may raise cholesterol levels - MYTH RAISED cholesterol levels have been shown to be responsible for heart disease. However, the only method of brewing coffee which is known to have a significant effect on cholesterol levels is the Scandinavian 'boiled' method, where the coffee grounds are boiled with water and then served without filtering.
Drinking coffee may lead to osteoporosis - MYTH IT HAS been suggested that osteoporosis, a disease which causes crumbling of the bones, may be exacerbated by drinking coffee, because caffeine causes calcium to be excreted from the body, so weakening the bones.
However, a UK Government report on nutrition and bone health concluded that such concerns were not well founded.
Indeed,because many people drink their coffee with milk - an important source of calcium drinking coffee may contribute to total calcium intake.
Copyright: (C) 2003 Daily Mail. via ProQuest Information and Learning Company; All Rights Reserved
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Posted by tintinet on 2003-09-15 18:47:35 Post Subject: A Find on the Net Regarding Coffee- Oh, Myth!
It Doesn't Cause Cancer... It's Not Addictive...Nor Fat-free ...the Myths And Facts About Coffee
2003 September 09 Printer-friendly format Email this article to a friend
By AMY ANDERSON
AN AUSTRALIAN study claims that coffee can increase stamina and help weight loss. It, most health experts warn against drinking it. So what is the truth about coffee? AMY ANDERSON separates myth from fact . . .
Coffee is fat-free - MYTH AFTER brewing, espresso coffee contains 2.5 per cent fat. Filter coffee contains 0.6 per cent. It's mainly the milk or cream taken with the coffee that adds fat.
Coffee makes you more physically active - FACT CAFFEINE - the main active ingredient in coffee - acts as a mild stimulant on the central nervous system. This, in turn, is responsible for boosting alertness when individuals are tired - during nightshift work, on a long journey, or after lunch when the body's circadian rhythm is at its lowest. It is also why drinking coffee before taking part in sport can make you perform better.
Coffee is just a quick stimulant - MYTH THE stimulant effect of coffee peaks in the blood 15 to 45 minutes after drinking - but may persist for hours. How fast your body deals with caffeine depends on your metabolic rate, but its expulsion is slowed by pregnancy, medications such antacids and the Pill.
It's always hard to give up coffee - MYTH A TINY percentage of the population, who may be sensitive to the mild stimulant effects of caffeine, may experience withdrawal symptoms, such as headache and lethargy, if they suddenly stop drinking coffee.
These symptoms can be avoided by cutting down gradually over a few days.
Most people just feel slightly less alert in the mornings when they stop drinking coffee.
Drinking coffee is an aid to weight loss - FACT CAFFEINE has been shown to lead to a temporary increase in the metabolic rate and the rate of fat breakdown. Although increases in energy expenditure caused by caffeine are small, they may be of benefit in some weight loss programmes.
Coffee can make you more mentally alert - FACT CAFFEINE can boost the speed of rapid information processing by 10 per cent, and a cup of coffee after lunch helps to counteract the 'post-lunch dip' in ability to sustain concentration. It can also make you less drowsy when you have a cold, and can stimulate sensory nerves.
Coffee is certain to make it hard to sleep - MYTH THE effect of caffeine on the ability to fall asleep differs hugely between individuals. Some people who drink coffee in the evening find they have no problems sleeping; others find its stimulant effect means it takes them much longer to fall asleep.
However, a higher proportion of poor sleepers than good sleepers appear to metabolise caffeine particularly slowly. This is why doctors often recommend that people who are having problems getting to sleep refrain from drinking coffee in the late afternoon or early evening.
The darker the roast, the stronger the coffee - MYTH THE darkness of a coffee roast depends on how long it has been left to roast for, and lighter roasts often have a stronger flavour.
Darker roasts are more acidic, which can make the taste better or worse, depending on your personal preference.
Coffee is a diuretic - MYTH WITH normal consumption of three or four cups a day, studies have found the diuretic effects of coffee to be negligible.
It's only when there's a high intake that appears to have a diuretic effect.
Drinking coffee causes cancer - MYTH THOUSANDS of research projects have been carried out to investigate any links between coffee consumption and the development of cancer. In 1997, the World Cancer Research Fund published a comprehensive review of diet and cancer. It stated: 'Most evidence suggests that regular consumption of coffee and/or tea has no risk of cancer at any site.' Some studies have found that a freshly brewed cup of coffee may actually help your body to fight cancer. Antioxidants in both regular and decaffeinated coffee - many of which are produced during the roasting process may have beneficial effects.
Antioxidants can reduce levels of damaging free-radicals and have been shown in studies to have both cancer and age-fighting effects.
Coffee causes Parkinson's disease - MYTH CONSUMPTION of increasing amounts of coffee or caffeine is associated in studies with a significantly lower incidence of Parkinson's disease - a condition which affects a region of the brain causing a tremor of the hands, an abnormal gait, rigidity of the legs and arms, and often altered mental function.
Coffee can be used as a beauty treatment - FACT THE Japanese have been known to bathe in coffee grounds fermented with pineapple pulp to reduce wrinkles and improve skin.
Coffee can cause high blood pressure - MYTH HABITUAL coffee drinkers have been shown to have a similar blood pressure to non- coffee drinkers. However, some people who have not consumed coffee for a period of time and who then start to drink coffee may experience a small, short-term rise in blood pressure. This rise would be no greater than that experienced when engaging in active conversation or laughing.
Drinking coffee may raise cholesterol levels - MYTH RAISED cholesterol levels have been shown to be responsible for heart disease. However, the only method of brewing coffee which is known to have a significant effect on cholesterol levels is the Scandinavian 'boiled' method, where the coffee grounds are boiled with water and then served without filtering.
Drinking coffee may lead to osteoporosis - MYTH IT HAS been suggested that osteoporosis, a disease which causes crumbling of the bones, may be exacerbated by drinking coffee, because caffeine causes calcium to be excreted from the body, so weakening the bones.
However, a UK Government report on nutrition and bone health concluded that such concerns were not well founded.
Indeed,because many people drink their coffee with milk - an important source of calcium drinking coffee may contribute to total calcium intake.
Copyright: (C) 2003 Daily Mail. via ProQuest Information and Learning Company; All Rights Reserved
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Posted by Marcy on 2005-03-21 22:36:39 Post Subject: Another new member :-)
Hello
I started reading these forums late last week when I was trying to find some information on rent prices. I've been working on my business plans to start a specialty coffee house (can't call it coffee shop here as the #1 product sold is not coffee ) for the last few months. I'm struggling mostly with estimating coffee consumption rates outside the home and office.
Since wanting to open my own cafe, I've been practising my espresso pulls, steaming milk, latte art, and roasting.
If all goes well with the planning, I hope to open within 6-9 months. It's a fairly big range because I'm still looking for the right spot. My #1 location is a brand new building that will be completed next month; however, I got the numbers: 485 euros/m2 "casco" (meaning box bare, just cement outer walls, cement floor, and cement ceiling, no toilets, no sinks, no inner walls, absolutely nothing else). The leasing agent was quick to point out those that in this "casco" scenario, the outer windows & doors are included (yes, you read that correctly) and of course, I need to add 19% VAT to that price. What this means monthly is a little of 6K euros per month for 125m2 (approx 1125 sf) just for rent alone. Having found the rental-to-sales ratios here and elsewhere on the internet, means a whole lot of selling!
One more fact about The Netherlands: although *$ has its EMEA HQ in Amsterdam, there isn't a single *$ shop open in the whole country. I think I also remember reading somewhere that the *$ coffee is roasted here and shipped to the rest of the EU.
Anyway, in the next 2 months, I'm hoping to take some barista lessons in London to make sure I'm doing it right. And while I'm there, I figure I'd take some cupping courses too.
That's more than enough blah blah from me... sorry, gift of gab.
Looking forward to getting to know you,
Marcy
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Posted by Marcy on 2005-03-21 22:36:39 Post Subject: Another new member :-)
Hello
I started reading these forums late last week when I was trying to find some information on rent prices. I've been working on my business plans to start a specialty coffee house (can't call it coffee shop here as the #1 product sold is not coffee
) for the last few months. I'm struggling mostly with estimating coffee consumption rates outside the home and office.Since wanting to open my own cafe, I've been practising my espresso pulls, steaming milk, latte art, and roasting.
If all goes well with the planning, I hope to open within 6-9 months. It's a fairly big range because I'm still looking for the right spot. My #1 location is a brand new building that will be completed next month; however, I got the numbers: 485 euros/m2 "casco" (meaning box bare, just cement outer walls, cement floor, and cement ceiling, no toilets, no sinks, no inner walls, absolutely nothing else). The leasing agent was quick to point out those that in this "casco" scenario, the outer windows & doors are included (yes, you read that correctly) and of course, I need to add 19% VAT to that price. What this means monthly is a little of 6K euros per month for 125m2 (approx 1125 sf) just for rent alone. Having found the rental-to-sales ratios here and elsewhere on the internet, means a whole lot of selling!
One more fact about The Netherlands: although *$ has its EMEA HQ in Amsterdam, there isn't a single *$ shop open in the whole country. I think I also remember reading somewhere that the *$ coffee is roasted here and shipped to the rest of the EU.
Anyway, in the next 2 months, I'm hoping to take some barista lessons in London to make sure I'm doing it right. And while I'm there, I figure I'd take some cupping courses too.
That's more than enough blah blah from me... sorry, gift of gab.
Looking forward to getting to know you,
Marcy
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