The frequency of coffee consumption by all of us increases significantly during the cold season. In this season we want to drink something hot and hence consume coffee again and again. However, excessive consumption of caffeine present in coffee is not considered good for health at all. It can also dehydrate your body. It can disturb sleep, so choose a caffeine-free coffee option.
If you also want to drink caffeine-free coffee, then consuming coffee with date seeds is a good idea. It is prepared by drying, roasting and grinding the seeds or kernels of date palm fruit. It is considered a healthy option. So, today in this article, RituPuri, Dietitian of ESIC Hospital, Central Government Hospital, is telling you what benefits you can get by consuming date seed coffee-
It is caffeine-free
One benefit of date seed coffee is that it is completely caffeine-free. Generally, it is believed that caffeine makes you feel refreshed. But if too much caffeine is consumed then it can cause problems like insomnia, nervousness and increased heart rate. Some people may also have anxiety and digestion problems due to excess caffeine. It can dehydrate your body. In such a situation, when you consume coffee with date seeds, you do not have those side effects because it is caffeine-free.
As antioxidant properties
Compounds like phenolic acid are found in date seeds. The antioxidant properties of date seeds help neutralize free radicals in the body. This not only improves your overall health but also significantly reduces the risk of chronic diseases.
Beneficial for heart health
Date-seed coffee can also prove beneficial for your heart health. In a study, it has been found that date seed extracts have a positive effect on the heart. These help in reducing blood pressure and improving lipid profile.
Beneficial for diabetes patients
Date-seed coffee can also be beneficial for diabetic patients. In fact, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), a diabetic patient is twice as likely to develop heart disease or stroke as a normal person. Therefore, they need to keep an eye on their blood sugar levels and manage them. Date-seed coffee can prove helpful in this.
Date-seed coffee is indeed beneficial for health, but its effect may be different for every person. Therefore, before consuming it, definitely consult an expert once.
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