That Coffee Roasters: Have You Eaten Coffee Beans?

viernes, 30 de marzo de 2018

Have You Eaten Coffee Beans?

Roasted beans have more antioxidants than a cup of coffee.

As you’ve probably noticed from reading previous blogs, coffee is extremely versatile. The caffeine contained in it can be seen in a wide variety of products, such as medicines and skin creams. The coffee itself can also be used as fertilizer and to prepare homemade beauty products. Currently, in the field of beverages, their use is imperative; it’s impossible to count the number of recipes, including those of cold brews and iced coffee, that can be found in books and websites. In the end, a lot has been said about coffee, but one question remains unanswered: is it convenient to eat coffee beans?

The truth about eating coffee beans

A particular fact to take into account when thinking about eating the coffee bean, is that it could actually be considered a seed found inside a fruit (the berry). Currently, in the food industry, there are many edible seeds, such as poppy seeds, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, and chia seeds, among others; all of them are used in recipes or even are eaten raw without any problem. In that case, when talking about coffee, you can also assume that the bean has the potential to be consumed, either raw or roasted, thanks to its seed qualities.

The question is: can you eat coffee beans? In view of the above, yes, you can. But now comes the doubt, does eating these seeds benefit or harm your health? That Coffee Roasters gives you the answer.

Eating coffee beans: beneficial or detrimental?

When talking about the effects of coffee on the body, it should be noted that beans, whether raw or roasted, tend to maintain a higher quantity of substances that decrease when the coffee is brewed. In general, coffee compounds such as catechols tend to increase stomach acid causing, in several cases, heartburns. Regarding the consumption of coffee beans, this effect could be magnified, causing more discomfort.

Likewise, you should take into consideration that the recommended daily amount of caffeine is 400 mg. Considering that coffee beans contain a greater amount of this type of compound, their consumption should be moderate, since this number can be exceeded more easily and without realizing it. This type of situation can seriously harm those who suffer from coffee intolerance, certain types of heart problems and flu.

However, every negative side has its positive counterpart. Coffee contains antioxidants that prevent aging and the appearance of cardiovascular diseases. If a cup of Joe, mixed with water and milk, provides you with a large portion of these molecules, imagine how much a simple coffee bean can give you. In addition, coffee has been shown to reduce the risk of oral cancer by 50%, so the consumption of coffee seeds could enhance this benefit. And if you need more reasons to bite a couple of these beans, you should know they can stimulate hair growth and help you detoxify the liver.

With the above, it is clear that the potential of coffee beans lies in the number of substances they contain. As long as they are not ground and brewed, these seeds preserve the property of magnifying the coffee effects you know so well. With all this information you are now ready to start consuming your coffee in a new way, either alone or with a chocolate coating.

If you want to enjoy the benefits of coffee in a more traditional way, you can always contact us through That Coffee Roasters’ social networks and check out the variety of Colombian coffees that we offer. Do you still want to try the green or roasted coffee beans? No problem, we also offer a great selection of these tasty seeds.