- Besides caffeine, coffee contains minerals (calcium, sodium, small quantities of iron, zinc and copper), vitamins (B2, B3, B5 and B6) and polyphenols, important components for the proper functioning of the human body.
- The moderate ingestion of coffee has been shown to cause an increase in alertness and concentration.
- Coffee boosts energy and good humour.
- Prevention of certain pathologies such as Type 2 Diabetes, Alzheimer, Parkinson and certain types of cancer.
- Antioxidant, helping to delay the ageing of cells and to prevent cardiovascular diseases.
- More recent evidence also suggests a connection between the consumption of coffee and the prevention of obesity.