Why (and How) Your Morning Coffee Actually Does Make You Feel Happier
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When it comes to the powerful potential of coffee’s mind and mood-enhancing effects, there’s no denying that the evidence is compelling.
If you’re one of the millions of people around the world who prefers to start their day with a cup, you probably don’t need to be convinced of the slew of benefits to be had by the stuff, providing mental clarity and energy while staving off fatigue so you can make the most of every day.
So, what makes the world’s favorite morning pick-me-up (and after-dinner digestive) so powerful? Wonder no more, for we’re here to reveal the science of what makes coffee the powerful mood and mind-booster it has proven to be.
Here’s what’s going on behind-the-scenes in your brain and body while you’re sipping on that cup of roasty bliss, from the first whiff to the last drop…
LET’S LOOK AT THE SCIENCE
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According to a study conducted by The National Coffee Association, 64% of Americans drink coffee daily.
While the stimulating effects are no secret to those who imbibe, interestingly enough, about a third of those coffee drinkers actually tout the beverage’s ability to actually help them relax and unwind.
Furthermore, one in five adults in a pan-European survey reported that they regularly drink coffee for the sake of improving their mood.
LOVE AT FIRST… SNIFF?
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Believe it or not, that cappuccino is working its magic before you even raise the mug up to your lips to take your first sip. How, might you ask? Aromatherapy— in a way.
Almost as deliciously decadent as the taste of coffee is its aroma, an oft-overlooked of the five senses which has been found can have a profound impact on mood. For instance, lavender is hailed for its relaxing effects in the form of essential oils and bath bombs, while the sleep-inducing chamomile is a staple herb found in bedtime teas.
Similarly, it turns out that just a whiff of coffee can be enough to give you that extra pep in your step, according to a recent research study involving brain scans and sleep-deprived lab rats.
Without getting too into the scientific nitty-gritty of it all, the study revealed that the smell of coffee alone induced a stress-relieving response: the brains of the rats exposed to the coffee’s aroma expressed proteins with antioxidants which protect nerve cells from stress-related damage.
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A HAPPY CHEMICAL ALCHEMY
While coffee boasts many benefits due to its rich antioxidant properties, the bulk of the power behind its energy punch comes in the form of a very prevalent and potent stimulant—the most widely consumed one of its kind around the world, in fact.
Of course, we’re talking about caffeine.
The ultimate aid for energy and performance-enhancement for athletes of the mind and body alike, the case for caffeine has only been strengthened by the revelation of its profound effect on mood as well. Research suggests that 75mg of caffeine every four hours can result in a pattern of sustained improvement of mood over the day.
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In short, caffeine is a stimulant, influencing the chemical activity of two neurotransmitters, or chemical messengers, in the brain responsible for feelings of sleepiness and pleasure: adenosine and dopamine, respectively.
However, we don’t always have time to work up a sweat or scour our playlists to reap the gifts of dopamine. This is where caffeine can be a useful, natural and healthy tool, serving as a powerful motivator you can incorporate into your daily routine and maximize your quality of life.
COFFEE’S BEAST FRIEND
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