Posts Tagged ‘news’Health Watch: Coffee May Contribute to a Longer Life
May 22nd, 2012
And a happier one, too! If you need more scientific data to support your java love, read on. Studies have shown that men and women who are drinking six or more cups of coffee a day have a 10 (for men) and 15 (for women) percent lower risk of dying at an earlier age. Historically, [...]  All That (Caffeine) — and a Bag of Chips!
May 15th, 2012
When you think of energy boosting drinks and food, thoughts of Red Bull, Rockstar and even your average shot of espresso come to mind, right? But wait, did you ever think a bag of potato chips could give you the same amount of energy? Arma Energy Snx and NRG have done the what many may [...] Health Watch: Java not to Blame for Sleepless Babies
May 2nd, 2012
Coffee was what kept me up during those late nights of studying in college; for expecting and new mothers, you’d think it would be their lifeline too! I figured caffeine was the fuel that helped them during long, sleepless nights with their newborns. But to my surprise, drinking caffeine has been a concern for many [...] One More Cup Away from Diabetes
April 3rd, 2012
Well, looks like coffee’s done it again. As if we needed another reason to grab a second cup of joe in the morning, now you’ll have good reason — one for the kick and one to help fight diabetes! The Harvard School of Public Health has done a series of studies uncovering the health benefits [...] The Lowdown on Bikini Barista Stands
March 28th, 2012
Putting our noses to the grindstone and getting our hands dirty like the intrepid reporters that we are, Kaylie and I hit the streets with one question on our mind: What’s all the hullabaloo with bikini barista stands? As far as we can tell (through very informal polling of other crew mates who hail from [...] Cost of Kopi Luwak Leads to Civet Cruelty
March 21st, 2012
Whether you call it Kopi Luwak or Civet Coffee, the java produced through the ‘natural processing’ system (AKA the digestive tract) of this cat-like marsupial from Indonesia has been given high marks (and prices!) in terms of cup quality around the world. But what many have considered an exotic yet expensive luxury bean is not [...] Can I Get a Babyccino with That?
March 14th, 2012
As you walk into your local cafe and notice a 3-year-old sitting in the corner with his mother sipping on what looks like a foamy, velvety cappuccino, don’t doubt your vision: That’s exactly what it is. And because its a fad it’s gotta have a cutesy amalgam of a name, right? Yup — it’s called [...] Coffee: A College Student’s Life Line
March 6th, 2012
Before the days — or should I say the long nights — of cramming for tests, writing papers and preparing presentations, I’d never even thought of caffeine as an essential element of balancing my life. But in my first years of college, I wanted to have fun! And a daily dose of coffee helped me [...] Espresso vs. Coffee Beans: Is There a Difference?
February 29th, 2012
When it comes to coffee, many may wonder, ‘What’s the difference between coffee and espresso beans?’ Some people think they are a specific strain of bean, while others think that it’s a particular roast. Ultimately, it’s a blend (or a single origin bean) that stands up well under the high pressure preparation that is the [...] Three Cups a Day Keeps the Doctor Away
February 15th, 2012
Who would’ve thought that the fountain of youth could be found right in your very own kitchen — and right under your nose? Your morning cup of coffee provides more than just a kick in the pants to get going in the morning, it also has positive affects on your noodle! Studies have shown that [...] |
