Hot-brewed coffee has higher levels of antioxidants than cold brew, which are believed to be responsible for some of the health benefits of the popular drink, stated a new study.
The study, published in the journal Scientific Reports, also found that the pH levels or acidity indicator, of both hot and cold coffee were similar, ranging from 4.85 to 5.13 for all coffee samples tested.
As per the researchers, while the popularity of cold brew coffee has soared in recent years, they found almost no studies on cold brew, which is a no-heat, long-steeping method of preparation. At the same time, there is well-documented research that hot-brewed coffee has some measurable health benefits, including lower risk of diabetes and depression.
According to the study, researchers from Thomas Jefferson University in the US showed that hot coffee had more total titratable acids — any acid that can lose proton(s) in an acid-base reaction — which may be responsible for the hot cup’s higher antioxidant levels.
“Coffee has a lot of antioxidants. If you drink it in moderation, research shows it can be pretty good for you. We found the hot brew has more antioxidant capacity,” said Megan Fuller, an Assistant Professor from the varsity.
Here some health benefits of Coffee
- Drinking coffee can raise your metabolism and help you burn fat at a faster rate, thus positively affecting your weight loss.
- People who drink coffee have a significantly lower risk of developing Type II diabetes
- Studies have shown that there is an ingredient in coffee that protects against a liver disease called cirrhosis.
- Caffeine present in coffee can help improve mental sharpness, further spiking vigilance, attention, and reaction time.
- People who consume coffee regularly were found to be at a lower risk of heart rhythm disturbances and heart strokes as per some studies.
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