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Why is coffee so interesting?
For its composition, of course! Coffee beans are not only concentrated in flavors… They are small plant bombs full of macronutrients. It is this carefully arranged ensemble that gives it its organoleptic qualities and its powerful cosmetic benefits. In addition to carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and amino acids, it contains a nice dose of remarkable substances.
Caffeine. It is a psychostimulant substance. It quickly improves our level of concentration, our alertness, our brain capacities and our physical abilities. It gives coffee a slightly bitter flavor. On the beauty side, it is known as a slimming active ingredient (orange peel, cellulite) and as a toning ingredient (dark circles, bags).
Trigonelline. It belongs to the same family as caffeine, namely alkaloids. Some of it is broken down during the roasting process of coffee beans, which gives it some of its aromas. Several studies have shown that it boosts cognitive functions (particularly memory) and that it would limit the decline of muscle mass.
Chlorogenic acids. They offer powerful antioxidant activity, meaning they slow down the damage caused by excess free radicals in the body. 5-caffeoylquinic acid is the most abundant in green coffee. However, these precious substances are fragile: over-roasting destroys them almost completely.
Melanoidins. These compounds appear when coffee is roasted (which shows that it doesn't only have drawbacks!). In addition to being antioxidants, they are also useful in preventing cavities and imbalances in the oral ecosystem. Some research also attributes anti-inflammatory properties to them.
Drinking coffee: good or bad idea?
Many of us begin a sort of “withdrawal” from coffee after reading alarmist articles. However, coffee is like all good things: you should not abuse it. Remember the Parcel Principle: it’s the dose that makes the poison. In this case, the European Food Safety Agency recommends a maximum of 4 cups of black coffee per day.
Like any stimulant, coffee activates our sympathetic nervous system, meaning it puts our body on alert. It blocks our adenosine receptors, a molecule that has a calming effect, to instead boost the release of excitatory neurotransmitters. That's why a good ristretto is so effective in increasing our alertness! On the other hand, you should know that it acts on the same mechanisms that regulate our responses to stress, which can explain an increase in anxiety in the event of excess caffeine. From then on, the vicious circle sets in: we multiply the coffees to cope with stress, fatigue increases, energy decreases, and so on. This is why we see more and more coffees enriched with adaptogenic plants, considered beneficial for homeostasis. The So Mush Organic brand is based on this theory to develop +++ coffees.
News flash: coffee consumption is not recommended for those who are prone to iron deficiency anemia, because caffeine hinders the absorption of iron. The same goes for pregnant women: it is better to go easy on espresso and filter coffee (max. 200 mg of caffeine per day according to EFSA).
Our functional coffees to drink: much more than just coffees…
Beautiful skin effect: Holidermie NATICOL® marine collagen beauty coffee. In addition to having clinically proven effectiveness on skin firmness, this collagen has the advantage of having a neutral taste. All the aromas of the coffee are preserved for intact pleasure.
Revitalizing effect: Energy boost coffee from So Mush Organic. Formulated on a base of organic and fair trade instant coffee, it also contains an adaptogenic mushroom extract (maitake or tufted polypore) and an exotic superfood (maca powder, “root of life”).
Calm down effect: So Mush Organic Spirit Boost Coffee. Recommended for chronic tension and fatigue, it combines coffee with reishi (a medicinal mushroom traditionally associated with longevity) and ashwagandha (a plant from the Ayurvedic tradition).
Our coffee-based skin care: toning and soothing effect
For dark circles: Q+A Caffeine Eye Serum. Low price, but powerful! This anti-aging eye cream combines caffeine with pomegranate extract to reduce the appearance of fatigue, brighten the eye area, and tone the skin's surface.
For orange peel skin: Holidermie body sculpting milk. This is THE body care to choose in case of roundness and/or sagging skin. Its velvety texture formula is based on a mix of caffeine and silicon to correct the appearance of signs of aging with a floral fragrance.
For sensitive skin: Hydra calm face serum by Grums Aarhus. The brand has developed its skincare range around an upcycled organic coffee extract, which is naturally antioxidant. Fresh and light, this serum fights against fine lines and discomfort in dry and delicate skin.
Boost effect with decaf option please
If you absolutely want to avoid caffeine, but need an invigorating boost.
Hymne's #1 Hercules food supplement : a mix of adaptogenic mushrooms, vitamin C and trace elements, suitable for both adults and children.
The Ripple+ portable aromatic inhaler in the “Power” version : a “freshness boost” effect blend to be inhaled in the form of vapor, composed of ginseng and ginkgo biloba, peppermint flavor.
