Why coffee is good for your health

Not only is coffee delicious, but this caffeinated creation also has several health benefits:

1. Anti-oxidants: Coffee is full of them, which have various health benefits such as protecting against heart disease and cancer.

2. Makes you happier; yes those trusty anti-oxidants are also linked to that feel food factor which makes you more tolerable of crying babies and early mornings.

3. Makes you smarter; many controlled trials in humans show that coffee improves various aspects of brain function. This includes memory, mood, vigilance, energy levels, reaction times and general cognitive function.

4. Helps to burn fat; various studies show that caffeine can boost the metabolic rate by 3 – 11%

If ever there were an excuse for a daily cup of coffee here it is!