Coffee’s health benefits depend on many variables. Brewing method is one of the key determinants, with various brews yielding different amounts of antioxidant compounds found within its polyphenol antioxidant profile. Selecting high-quality beans, using less water during brewing and not overdoing the roasting process are ways that consumers can maximize health benefits from each cup they drink each morning.

Contrary to popular belief, coffee consumption in moderation may actually be beneficial to health. Research conducted on individuals who consumed four to five eight-ounce cups daily showed lower risks of heart disease and other chronic conditions than those who only drank one or two. As long as your coffee contains low glycemic ingredients such as low acid ingredients with medium or dark roast brewing process containing antioxidants which support cardiovascular wellbeing, then coffee may provide numerous antioxidants beneficial to cardiovascular wellness.

Coffee’s polyphenols have also been associated with reduced inflammation and lower rates of cancers. Caffeine has also been proven to have cognitive benefits in humans while simultaneously stimulating metabolism processes within the body. To get maximum phenolic benefits out of their daily cup, those looking to maximize it should carefully select their bean type, roast method and brewing method to get maximum benefits from their beverage.

For maximum health benefits, the optimal coffee cup requires light to medium roasting, fine grinding, filter brewing with hot but not boiling water and serving black. This combination allows maximum extraction of phenolics while still meeting FDA recommendations of 400 milligrams daily caffeine consumption.

People sensitive to caffeine should try green or decaffeinated coffee. Both provide similar antioxidant health benefits as regular coffee, though decaf may have milder flavor and slightly thicker consistency. If possible, consider grinding your own raw green beans so as to avoid pre-ground beans which may become oxidized over time and offer weaker flavors.

Grain coffee is a roasted grain beverage made of multiple ingredients ranging from grains such as barley and rye to cooked and desiccated fruits like figs. No matter its precise formula, all roasted grain beverages possess similar energetics: their bitter flavors promote Qi movement while clearing away heat congestion; all nourish the Blood, fluids and essences and enliven the Liver.

People interested in trying grain coffee should look for products that are organic and non-GMO. Such products tend to be gluten-free as the proteins responsible for gluten production aren’t broken down during production; one such brand in Czech Republic called Kavoviny Melta has been producing grain coffee since 1896 and sells their product as the basis for podpiwek, an non-alcoholic drink.