Coffee is known for a long time as a natural remedy for some types of diseases and skin problems. Several studies have shown the power of coffee and its benefits, especially its main component, caffeine.
The businesswoman Christine Willett, owner of Barista Bath and Body company has done several studies on the behavior of the coffee in the human body and discovered a number of interesting things.
Check below the tips of Christine.
1 – Caffeine inhibits the hair loss and stimulates the growth of new hair. When applied to the skin, it inhibits the production of DHT, a major cause of hair loss;
2 – The pH of coffee ranges from 4.5 to 5.5, which means it’s a little acid. This acidity tightens pores and improves skin appearance, also helping in the fight against acne;
3 – The coffee grounds are used for a long time to slow down the aging of the skin and remove dead cells, stimulating the growth of new cells;
4 – A solution of 10% of caffeine is sufficient to inhibit the growth of enzymes and prevent skin diseases like psoriasis;
5 – Caffeine can inhibit the development of tumors induced by UVB rays;
6 – The presence of chlorogenic acid in caffeine naturally helps remove old skin and prevents the appearance of blemishes and wrinkles on the body;
7 – The trigonelline, caffeic acid and chlorogenic acid, three compounds found in coffee, help inhibit the growth of at least 10 types of microbes;
8 – Coffee and caffeine act as vasodilators, which constrict the skin surface so that it is firmer;
9 – People who drink coffee are less likely to develop diseases such as Type 2 diabetes, Parkinson’s disease and dementia.