Scientific Facts

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Black coffee is essentially brewed coffee from coffee grounds or instant coffee. It does not contain any added ingredients such as milk, creamers, sugar, or condensed milk. People usually call it black coffee and not just coffee because plain coffee without add-ons are dark and look almost black. It can taste more bitter and slightly acidic, but the taste of coffee will vary depending on type of bean and which region it is from. Professional coffee reviewers for example check the true taste of coffee while drinking it black. 

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Caffeine found in coffee helps stimulate the breakdown of body fat and makes fatty acids available for the body to use as energy. By adding extra milk or sugar to your coffee, this could cut the natural positive effects of caffeine with added calories and fat.

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Since coffee has the caffeine, it leads to boosted alertness and energy levels. This can keep you going during the day and even help improve performance during your workout sessions. This increase in energy also helps you perceive less exhaustion throughout the day. When you drink it plain coffee, you enjoy the benefits without the unhealthy additives.

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Coffee has a large amount of antioxidants for the body. Some important nutrients it has are vitamin B2, B5, magnesium, potassium, and manganese. By drinking coffee black, you can help get your daily intake of nutrients.

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As caffeine in coffee is a stimulant, drinking a 8 ounce cup can increase your heart rate. This can have a similar effect as going for a walk and can keep your heart healthier. Regular coffee drinkers have lower rates of heart disease and 20% less risk for a stroke. While this is an added benefit, coffee is a supplement to your daily exercise and not a replacement!

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People with acidity should avoid taking coffee, particularly black coffee since it has an extremely high pH level. Besides, having concentrated black coffee also increases acid concentration in your urine. Thus, the best option is not only having coffee with milk but also ensuring you drink enough water and add watery foods such as cucumbers to your diet to help in neutralizing this effect.