Cardiologist Reveals a Coffee Trick That Changes Everything: “Try This – You’ll Live Better and Longer”
Coffee has numerous health benefits. Most of these positive effects come “thanks to the high caffeine content, a psychoactive or psychostimulant substance that can influence various processes and functions, both cognitive and physical,” says renowned cardiologist Dr. Aurelio Rojas.
There are also other important effects. Long-term studies show that regular coffee consumption is associated with a longer lifespan.
However, most people don’t drink coffee for its health benefits, but because it helps them wake up in the morning or when their energy levels drop during the day. That’s because coffee is considered a metabolic activator that acts similarly (with some limitations) to well-known neurotransmitters like dopamine and adrenaline – writes Nova.
Famous Cardiology Trick
The caffeine in coffee is a very powerful substance, but for some people, it’s still not enough, so they look for additional ways to get more energy. For such individuals, Dr. Aurelio Rojas, a cardiologist at the Regional University Hospital in Malaga, suggests a trick: add 100% pure cocoa powder to natural coffee.
This provides an extra amount of caffeine, as cocoa also contains caffeine. However, “the amount of caffeine in cocoa depends on the type and quantity of cocoa or chocolate consumed.” For example, “a single piece of pure dark chocolate can contain up to 20 milligrams of caffeine.”
That’s not all. According to the cardiologist, the benefits of adding 100% cocoa powder to coffee are as follows:
Gives extra energy
Increases the feeling of fullness
Reduces the need for sugar intake during the day
Has anti-inflammatory effects on the heart and blood vessels
Stimulates the production of stem cells
Strengthens the immune system
