Michael Pendergrast wrote a fascinating book
, explaining how coffee changed the world.
, explaining how coffee changed the world.Today coffee beans are grown in over 70 countries, including the top producers Brazil, Vietnam, Indonesia and Colombia. Just like wine and chocolate, coffee grown and processed in different regions have differences in flavor, aroma, body and acidity. Types include Colombian, Java and Kona. Do you like your brew roasted light, medium or dark?
Coffee labeled as "fair trade" must be grown in eco-friendly and socially responsible ways.
No doubt: Coffee is a drug and stimulate. Still, recent studies suggest there are some health benefits to drinking coffee. In moderation [up to 24 ounces] it might prevent Alzheimer's, liver cancer, colon cancer, adult diabetes, Parkinson's, dementia, and gallstones. My grandmother, who drank a large cup every day of her adult life, was healthy and mentally sharp in her 90s. That's enough evidence for me to follow suit. My mother says, “I know I'm addicted, but if I had to, I believe I could quit.” (Yeah, right, mom.) How about you?
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