#296. Brewed Wellness: Coffee’s Hidden Health Perks, Recommended Dosage, Impact on Sleep, Brain Health, Heart Disease, Activity & More

In this episode, I take a deep dive into one of the world's most beloved beverages: coffee. With over a billion people worldwide consuming coffee, it's crucial to understand how it affects our health and wellbeing. I explore the fascinating history of coffee, its health benefits, and how it impacts our brain and body. I share the latest research on caffeine and its effects on our physiology and behavior, including its potential to reduce the risk of neurodegenerative, heart disease, and more. I also provide practical tips on how to consume coffee responsibly, such as how much is safe to drink and when to stop drinking it. If you're a coffee lover or simply curious about the world's most popular beverage, this episode is a must-listen. Join me as we uncover the secrets and science behind that delicious cup of joe. Get Purity Coffee for 20% off when you use the promo code: ERIKKOREM Resources National Coffee Association Acute Effects of Coffee Consumption on Health among Ambulatory Adults Habitual coffee drinkers display a distinct pattern of brain functional connectivity The impact of coffee subtypes on incident cardiovascular disease, arrhythmias, and mortality: long-term outcomes from the UK Biobank Quotable moments: "Antioxidants... neutralize free radicals and reduce inflammation. Thereby, they protect cells from oxidative stress, and they contribute to overall health. So there are really good compounds inside of coffee." "This study provides the first extended characterization of the effects of chronic coffee consumption on human brain networks... The results suggest that caffeine consumption may not elevate the risk of experiencing a cardiac arrhythmia in healthy individuals. But it does have a negative impact on sleep." "Halflife of caffeine and coffee is roughly three to five hours... If you want to consume caffeine, consume it in the morning. Probably shut it off around 12 or one o'clock. If you're a slow metabolizer. If you're a fast metabolizer, you could, you may be able to drink it a little bit later. It's a personal decision." ABOUT THE BLUEPRINT PODCAST: The BluePrint Podcast is for busy professionals and Household CEOs who care deeply about their families, career, and health. Host Dr. Erik Korem distills cutting edge-science, leadership, and life skills into simple tactics optimized for your busy lifestyle and goals.   Dr. Korem interviews scientists, coaches, elite athletes, entrepreneurs, entertainers, and exceptional people to discuss science and practical skills you can implement to become the most healthy, resilient, and impactful version of yourself. On a mission to equip people to pursue audacious goals, thrive in uncertainty, and live a healthy and fulfilled life, Dr. Erik Korem is a High-Performance pioneer. He introduced sports science and athlete-tracking technologies to collegiate and professional (NFL) football over a decade ago. He has worked with the National Football League, Power-5 NCAA programs, gold-medal Olympians, Nike, and the United States Department of Defense. Erik is an expert in sleep and stress resilience. He is the Founder and CEO of AIM7, a health and fitness app that unlocks the power of wearables by providing you with daily personalized recommendations to enhance your mind, body, and recovery. SUPPORT & CONNECT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikkorem/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/ErikKorem LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/erik-korem-phd-19991734/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erikkorem Website - https://www.erikkorem.com/ Newsletter - http://link.aim7.com/adaptation-newsletterSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.