{"id":17955,"date":"2012-01-05T19:26:45","date_gmt":"2012-01-05T19:26:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fxnutrition.com\/?p=1076"},"modified":"2025-08-28T15:43:16","modified_gmt":"2025-08-28T15:43:16","slug":"coffees-impact-on-the-body-functional-nutrition-alliance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fxnutrition.com\/blog\/coffees-impact-on-the-body-functional-nutrition-alliance","title":{"rendered":"Coffee\u2019s Impact on The Body"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Despite my days of seeking out the best quality beans and grinding them fresh each morning being long gone, I\u2019ve had coffee brain recently. <\/span><\/span>How is that possible? You might ask, after years without a cup? Well it\u2019s all a matter of chemistry.<\/span><\/p>\n

The chemistry in holistic nutrition<\/span><\/h2>\n

Back when I was initially studying nutrition, and diving deep into hard-core sciences, I had a cousin (who happened to be studying to be a nurse) say to me: <\/span>That\u2019s interesting that you think of nutrition on a chemical level. I never would have thought about it like that.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n

Here\u2019s the thing, chemistry is happening in your body, every millisecond of every day. There\u2019s no way to escape it (thankfully!). When you eat, a chemical processes take place to break down the food and utilize the nutrients and constituents of that food. Obviously, your cells don\u2019t eat that burger and fries for lunch. They don\u2019t even eat a green smoothie! Instead that burger becomes an amino acid and the smoothie and fries become glucose to feed your cells, but only with the help of some major mechanical and chemical processes in your digestive system.<\/span><\/p>\n

Coffee, chemistry, and mood<\/span><\/h3>\n

<\/span>Just what are you brewing inside your body when you drink that daily cup of coffee?<\/span>
<\/span><\/i>You\u2019ll be pleased to know there\u2019s significant research showing the many health benefits of coffee. The research spans from looking at the other stimulants besides caffeine contained in coffee, like theobromine (also contained in raw chocolate and which translates in Greek to <\/span>theobroma<\/span><\/i>, or \u201cfood of the gods\u201d) to the advantages of a dark roast vs. a light roast on the health of stomach acid. Researchers even defend their morning cup of Joe!<\/span><\/p>\n

Whether coffee does the body good really depends on the body! Like I said, it’s all a matter of chemistry. Coffee is primarily consumed for its mood elevating and stimulating effects which take place about 30 minutes after ingestion. Those energizing results are due to coffee\u2019s ability to increase both dopamine and adrenaline in your brain. Dopamine is the feel-good and pleasure chemical that makes you feel enlivened and in charge; adrenaline is associated with drive and motivation. The payoff is that you feel more alert and galvanized to tackle whatever is on your plate.<\/span><\/p>\n

The catch \u2013 Adenosine block<\/span><\/h4>\n

Just like that Grande Latte, the dopamine and adrenaline rush don\u2019t come without a price. Coffee blocks a brain chemical called adenosine, which usually helps regulate dopamine release and plays a significant role in energy transfer at a cellular level (think ATP and ADP), moderating inflammation, and maintaining heart health. The longer you\u2019re awake, the more adenosine you produce. When coffee interferes, it disrupts the natural process, which can affect your sleep among other things.<\/span>
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You know how they say everything you say and do has a cause and effect, like karma? Well, the same goes for what you eat, drink, and consume. Take a moment to reflect on the consequences of your daily grub on your body and mind. Your choices might be influencing your sleep, energy levels, and general health. It\u2019s all connected!<\/span><\/p>\n

Holistic nutrition recipe: Mocha Dandy Latte<\/span><\/h2>\n

I can\u2019t leave you without a treat! How about a Mocha Dandy Latte recipe? It\u2019s caffeine-free, kid friendly, and just as delicious as your morning cup of coffee. Whip it up and enjoy the delightful flavors while knowing you\u2019re being kind to your body.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mocha Dandy Latte<\/b>
<\/b>serves 2<\/span>
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Ingredients<\/b><\/p>\n