Coffee, Coffee...

One of the most common beverages in the world is coffee. Beyond its delightful taste, drinking coffee has become a social ritual, to the point where people often refer to gatherings as “meeting over a cup of coffee.” But does coffee offer any nutritional or health benefits?

Much has been written on this topic, and opinions vary. Some reject coffee entirely, others believe it is not as harmful as often thought, and some argue that it can even be beneficial in certain situations. This is not the place to explore all these perspectives, but I would like to draw readers’ attention to a few symptoms that coffee drinkers may experience—or should be aware of—even if they don’t notice them:

A. Some people feel that coffee not only awakens them but also stimulates a heightened state of arousal, sometimes leading to restlessness, tremors, or heart palpitations. The intensity can vary from person to person.

B. Coffee can cause diarrhea or irregular bowel movements. People with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) may find that coffee worsens digestive issues.

C. Coffee increases adrenaline secretion, which may raise blood sugar levels. Diabetics should be mindful of this effect.

D. Even in non-diabetics, caffeine can influence blood sugar fluctuations and may trigger sudden drops, expressed as weakness, lack of concentration, or other symptoms.

E. Coffee can affect blood pressure, so those with hypertension or related concerns should consider their intake.

Recommendations for proper coffee consumption:

A. As mentioned above, individuals who are sensitive to coffee should carefully consider whether—and how much—they drink.

B. Those who find regular coffee unsuitable might try Yemeni coffee, which contains caffeine but is much milder.

C. Another option is a grain-based beverage like “Chico,” which contains no coffee but has a taste that closely resembles it.

Eliyahu Shechter is an iridologist and natural healer.