From its rich, delicious flavor to the extra jolt of energy it provides, there are many reasons why enthusiasts around the globe love coffee so much. Yet even if you drink it every morning, how the beverage reacts with your physiology may still remain a mystery. Take a peek into the biology of coffee below.

Main Ingredients

To create the beverage, coffee berries are picked and their seeds dried into “beans.” These beans are then roasted and brewed with hot water reveling core active ingredients, including caffeine and antioxidants. 

Caffeine is responsible for giving you that burst of energy after drinking your morning cup. It works by stimulating the nervous system and reducing adenosine, a sleep-promoting chemical in the body.

Varied Reactions

Not everyone has the same reaction to coffee. While some people feel its effects in as little as 15 minutes, for others, the caffeine jolt may be experienced up to six hours later. Moreover, some people react so strongly to caffeine that it gives them the jitters, while others tolerate it well. This may be a result of genetic variations playing a role in how caffeine affects adenosine.

Powerful Antioxidants

Coffee is also rich in antioxidants, which can deliver significant health benefits. These agents attack free radicals, which can result from environmental and lifestyle factors and are linked to tissue damage, cardiovascular and inflammatory diseases, and certain types of cancer.

The beverage is considered a good source of several antioxidants and may provide health-boosting and disease-fighting benefits.

Whether you drink coffee for the health benefits, taste, or both, Maui Coffee Roasters in Kahului, HI, is your source for delicious brews harvested from across the Hawaiian Islands. This shop has served locals and travelers alike since 1982. Check out their packaged coffee available for purchase online, and call (808) 877-2877 to inquire about their in-house specials.