Saturday, August 17, 2013

Health Benefits of the Coffee Berry!

Expert Author Eric J Smith
Coffee is traditionally and most commonly known for the bean used to make the hot or iced beverage of coffee. The coffee berries is not as popular, but its health benefits are many and its interest is growing.
The Coffee tree is from the family Rubiaceae with the botanical name of Coffea arabica. Its history dates back to Arabia, Ethiopia and Sudan. Its species name "arabica" refers to its dominance in Arabia. The largest production of coffee is in Brazil and Kenya.
Processors of the coffee bean would traditionally discarded after the bean is removed from the fruit, though those who live in areas where coffee is harvested have considered the fruit edible and nutritious. Research has shown the coffee fruit is very high in nutritional value with super concentrations of antioxidants.
Much of the nutrient value is in the fruit. The high heat of the roasting process usually removes any nutrient found in the coffee bean.
Research and testimonials from natives in coffee growing regions have uncovered the true worth of the coffee fruit. Scientists have also tapped into new and exciting compounds in coffee fruit that could hold answers to many of the common health problems of today.
The Nutrients and Antioxidants in coffee may help assist with Neutralising of Toxins and Free Radicals, May assist in coronary heart disease prevention, inflammation of joints and may assist with the treatment of some cancers.
Some research has indicated Antioxidants in the coffee fruit may assist with regulation of sugar levels and glucose management. Benefits have also been recorded based on the consumption of the coffee fruit in the treatment and management of depression and anxiety.
Vitamins including Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. The most recognised Antioxidant in the Coffee Fruit is Polyphenol Antioxidant. Coffee Berries are well known for the high level of Polyphenol antioxidants. The Coffee Berries is exceptionally high in this compound.
Coffee Berry is available in many areas as a dried coffee fruit powder. Certified Organic Coffee Berry Powder can be used as a base of many Antioxidant Super foods. The Fruit powder is ideal as they can be mixed in various ways with other food and beverages. It is ideal for adding to smoothies and milk shakes or mixing through cold deserts or fruit salad. There is thought to be very little if any caffeine in the berry compared to the caffeine content of the bean. Data currently available shows variations in this theory but research is ongoing.


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