Coffee Truths
Learning about coffee has been an eye‑opening experience…in more ways than one! Not only a learning experience, but also when you are lying in bed with your “eyes wide open” after drinking that cup of coffee you knew you should not have had, but had it anyway!
Whether you love a delicious cup or java, or if you can only appreciate the alluring aroma of it, there’s no denying that coffee is a controversial subject!
Health advantages vs disadvantages, quite often feels like a matter of personal belief. Some love the perks while other warn of the pitfalls.
Well here is what I discovered when I looked into the deep dark subject of Coffee…
1, Claim: Coffee beans are seeds of a coffee cherry
✅ True. Coffee beans are actually the seeds inside the fruit of the coffee plant, called a “coffee cherry.” The cherries ripen red and are hand‑picked.
2. Claim: Coffee is the world’s second most traded commodity
⚠️ Myth. This is often repeated, but not accurate. Coffee is one of the most traded agricultural commodities, but wheat and soybeans surpass it. The “second after oil” claim is outdated
3. Claim: Discovered by goats (Kaldi legend)
🐐 Legend. The famous Ethiopian tale says a goat herder named Kaldi noticed his goats dancing after eating red berries, leading to coffee’s discovery. It’s folklore, not proven history.
4. Claim: Coffee may reduce risk of Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, Type 2 Diabetes
✅ Supported by studies: Research shows moderate coffee intake is linked to lower risk of neurodegenerative diseases and Type 2 diabetes, likely due to caffeine and antioxidants. Still, results vary and more research is needed.
5. Claim: Beethoven used exactly 60 beans per cup
🎶 True (quirky ritual) Historical accounts say Beethoven was meticulous, counting out exactly 60 beans for his morning coffee.
6. Claim: Dark roasts contain less caffeine than light roasts
✅ Generally true. Light roasts retain slightly more caffeine because roasting reduces bean density. The difference is small (about 5–10 mg per cup), but real.
So there you have it — coffee truly is an eye‑opening experience, whether you agree or disagree. Either way, it’s hard to deny it keeps us talking… and sometimes awake at night!
Worth noting, this information is courtesy of my deep dive into the magical powers of Google, because where else would I turn?!
Until next time,
Darlene
By the way…watch for my exciting announcement on Thursday, December 18!
