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A Kinder, Gentler, Healthier Cup of Coffee

Good news, coffee lovers: coffee may just be good for you! Outside of caffeine addiction and calorie-laden specialty drinks, a cup of java does have some health benefits for us. The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, International Journal of Cancer, and Prevention magazine all agree: two or three cups of caffeinated drinks (including coffee) each day can give more than your energy level a boost! Cut your risk of dying from heart disease by thirty one percent or more. Lower your risk of developing colon cancer. Premium blends may be chock full of cancer-fighting antioxidants (some more than others). Want … Continue reading →

The Coffee Grinder: Where Did It Come From?

For those of you out there who may think that little old guy on gas-lit street corners of old who played the organ while his adorable capuchin monkey looked adoringly on had anything to do with the coffee grinder, you need another cup of coffee right now. The coffee grinder has its own specific history and it has nothing to do with organs or monkeys or even street corners for that matter. The first people to grind coffee (probably the Arabs) smashed the beans with flat rocks and possibly hammers. Later, mortar and pestle alternated between spices medicines and coffee … Continue reading →

Mmmm… Coffee!

Coffee is something that I consider a luxury, since it can be rather pricey. It is one luxury that I indulge in, even when prices are up. Sometimes, you just have to splurge! Sure, I try to buy it on sale, and I’ll even buy a cheaper brand that I don’t like as well in order to save money when prices really get up there. I’ll even cut back from a full pot each day to half a pot, but I just won’t do without my java. Another great way to save money when it comes to coffee is to … Continue reading →