Links Mentioned in the Episode:
Muzykiewicz-Szymańska, A., Nowak, A., Wira, D., & Klimowicz, A. (2021). The Effect of Brewing Process Parameters on Antioxidant Activity and Caffeine Content in Infusions of Roasted and Unroasted Arabica Coffee Beans Originated from Different Countries. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland), 26(12), 3681. https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules26123681
Introduction:
Hello, hello! Happy Tuesday, and welcome back to another episode of the Inflamed in the Brain podcast. I'm your host, Krissy, and today's episode is a special one because we're diving deep into the world of coffee. I have a personal love affair with this magical brew—it's an integral part of my morning ritual, shared with my partner Arthur. Many significant conversations about life and goals have unfolded over a cup of coffee, making this episode particularly sentimental. So, grab your favorite brew, and let's explore the anti-inflammatory benefits coffee brings to the table.
Understanding Free Radicals:
Before we savor the aromatic details of coffee, let's unravel the mystery of free radicals and oxidative stress. Picture free radicals as trouble-making molecules in our bodies, seeking electrons from other molecules, making them unstable. These troublemakers enter our bodies through environmental factors like air pollutants, cigarette smoke, and more. The danger lies in their potential to cause cellular damage, contributing to inflammation, premature cell death, and diseases like hypertension, arthritis, and certain cancers.
Main Points:
Follow along:
Links Mentioned in the Episode:
Muzykiewicz-Szymańska, A., Nowak, A., Wira, D., & Klimowicz, A. (2021). The Effect of Brewing Process Parameters on Antioxidant Activity and Caffeine Content in Infusions of Roasted and Unroasted Arabica Coffee Beans Originated from Different Countries. Molecules (Basel, Switzerland), 26(12), 3681. https://doi.org/10.3390/molecules26123681
Introduction:
Hello, hello! Happy Tuesday, and welcome back to another episode of the Inflamed in the Brain podcast. I'm your host, Krissy, and today's episode is a special one because we're diving deep into the world of coffee. I have a personal love affair with this magical brew—it's an integral part of my morning ritual, shared with my partner Arthur. Many significant conversations about life and goals have unfolded over a cup of coffee, making this episode particularly sentimental. So, grab your favorite brew, and let's explore the anti-inflammatory benefits coffee brings to the table.
Understanding Free Radicals:
Before we savor the aromatic details of coffee, let's unravel the mystery of free radicals and oxidative stress. Picture free radicals as trouble-making molecules in our bodies, seeking electrons from other molecules, making them unstable. These troublemakers enter our bodies through environmental factors like air pollutants, cigarette smoke, and more. The danger lies in their potential to cause cellular damage, contributing to inflammation, premature cell death, and diseases like hypertension, arthritis, and certain cancers.
Main Points:
Follow along: