Tea contains many antioxidants that help prevent cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Caffeine in coffee helps the body stay alert and have more energy.
Coffee
Coffee is beneficial for health if no more than 400 mg of caffeine is consumed per day (equivalent to 2-5 cups). In addition to caffeine, coffee has antioxidants and is low in calories, contributing to reducing the risk of obesity, heart disease, and cancer. Antioxidants in beverages may affect insulin sensitivity, inflammation, metabolism – all of which are linked to developing type 2 diabetes.
Caffeine is one of the few natural substances that can effectively burn fat, reduce body fat, and support the maintenance of a balanced body shape. However, caffeine can affect blood pressure levels. Therefore, people with unstable blood pressure may need to limit this drink.
Depending on personal preference, you can add energy to your coffee by adding calorie-dense foods like a little low-fat milk, cream or a spoonful of sugar.
Tea
Most types of tea have caffeine to help stay awake to study and work effectively. Tea contains antioxidants called flavonoids that help protect the body from free radicals – factors that contribute to chronic diseases such as heart disease and cancer.
Green tea helps improve mood, reduce stress, and contribute to fighting age-related cognitive decline. Anti-inflammatory compounds in green tea such as EGCG help dilate and reduce blood vessel inflammation, improving cardiovascular health. Antioxidants in black tea are helpful in reducing inflammation and protecting cells from damage.
People who are sensitive to caffeine can choose hibiscus tea. Tea has a delicious sour taste, contains many flavonoids that contribute to reducing bad cholesterol, triglycerides, and balancing blood pressure.
Milk
A cup of milk provides essential nutrients including protein, calcium, vitamins A and D, and many B vitamins (niacin, pantothenic acid, riboflavin and niacin). Calcium is needed to build and maintain strong bones, and vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium from food. The combination of carbohydrates and protein in drinks brings a feeling of fullness and helps with weight loss. Carbohydrates provide energy, helping the body function well. Prioritize low-fat and fat-free milk to control calories.
Orange juice
240 ml of pure orange juice provides 120 calories, 21 g of natural sugar from this fruit. The drink is also rich in vitamin C and the flavonoid hesperidin. Orange juice contains hesperidin which helps reduce blood pressure in adults.
You should not drink orange juice when you are hungry because the amount of vitamin C in oranges can interact with stomach acid, causing ulcers if consumed in large amounts. Avoid drinking before bed because it affects the kidneys and risks excess minerals, causing stones. Drinking orange juice at night can easily cause nocturia, insomnia, and the acid in oranges affects tooth enamel.