What makes instant coffee taste better?
Spices: Experiment with spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, or cardamom by sprinkling a pinch into your cup. These aromatic spices can add warmth and complexity to your coffee. Sweeteners: Customize the sweetness level by using natural sweeteners like honey, agave syrup, or maple syrup. Another healthy way to sweeten your coffee, Dr. Rizik says, is by adding a dash of cinnamon. Instead of causing blood sugar levels to spike the way sugar does, it helps regulate them. In fact, scientific research shows that consuming cinnamon regularly can help lower the risk of heart disease.Gastroenterologist Will Bulsiewicz suggests cinnamon, turmeric, and ginger for gut and heart health support. Spicing your coffee with pantry staples is an easy way to boost flavor and support overall wellness.
Which coffee method is healthiest?
The healthiest way to brew coffee is through the pour-over method, as it uses a paper filter to remove most diterpenes, which can impact cholesterol, while retaining high levels of antioxidants. Wellness Mama has a wonderfully descriptive article on non-toxic coffee makers that outlines these options. Check it out! Personally, our three favorite, tried-and-true methods of brewing are using a French press (my daily routine), a percolator (Marilee uses!