Is caffeine in coffee and tea harmful? Moderate intake is good for health

When it comes to the ingredient "caffeine", many people will feel scared because in their minds, it is a substance that is harmful to the human body and they even regard it as a "drug".

Therefore, many people think that tea and coffee are not healthy drinks, after all, they both contain caffeine. In fact, this is not to blame, after all, caffeine can make people excited and addictive.

But the nutritionists at the Explosive Nutrition Class want to tell you that as long as you take a moderate amount of caffeine, it is good for your health:

A large number of studies have found that caffeine, as an antioxidant, can not only refresh the mind if consumed in moderation, but also improve metabolism and enhance physical strength. And as long as it is consumed in moderation, it will not make the body overexcited, let alone become addicted.

In addition, in the circle of middle-aged and elderly people, caffeine is also a culprit that causes osteoporosis. But in fact, although caffeine has a short-term diuretic effect, a cup of coffee or a cup of tea can only increase the loss of calcium by 1-3 mg, which is basically negligible. Just eat a few bites of calcium-containing food and you can replenish it.

So how much caffeine is considered "moderate"? At present, the generally accepted healthy upper limit of caffeine intake is 400 mg per day. You can estimate it yourself:

Generally speaking, a 475ml cup of latte contains about 200 mg of caffeine, while a small bag (15g) of instant coffee contains about 50 mg of caffeine.

As for tea, if taken as a tea bag, black tea contains about 40 mg of caffeine, green tea contains 20 mg, and oolong tea contains 30 mg.

Therefore, drinking 1-2 cups of coffee or tea a day will not cause excessive caffeine intake, and you don’t need to worry about it being harmful to your body. In fact, both tea and coffee are relatively healthy drinks.

Tea is very low in fat, sugar and calories, and contains antioxidants such as tea polyphenols. Drinking it regularly is good for your health. Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world, and as long as you choose the right coffee for you, it is also good for your health.

For ordinary people in my country, it is recommended that you drink espresso, Americano, latte, and cappuccino, because these coffees only contain coffee, water, and milk, and basically no sugar. After all, as we all know, Chinese people generally have the problem of excessive sugar consumption and excess energy.

Finally, the nutritionist from the Explosive Nutrition Class would like to remind you that no matter whether it is coffee or tea, please be careful not to drink it too hot. Drinks over 65℃ have the risk of causing cancer.

Friends, do you have the habit of drinking tea or coffee every day? Do you think it has any impact on your health? You may leave a message in the comment section below to share your life experience.