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One cup of coffee and the day feels sorted!! Go coffee lovers celebrate your day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

International Coffee Day is celebrated on October 1 every year. The day is marked to appreciate the hard work of the farmers and the traders who are involved in the coffee plantation. From cappuccinos to lattes to espresso, we have numerous varieties of coffee across the globe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Coffee is more than just a bittersweet beverage. It is a sheer feeling of freshness, friendship, tradition, and passion. According to a study, around 400 billion cups of coffee are consumed annually and it is the second most traded commodity in the world. The beverage that was once consumed hot, has evolved in terms of varieties over the years. Dalgona coffee, cold coffee frape, iced Americano, unsweetened Latte are some of its examples.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The beverage has its origin in Europe. By the 17th century, coffee became popular across the continent. For so many people, coffee is just a beverage that helps in waking up. However, the beverage has some amazing health benefits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On the occasion of International Coffee Day 2021, we have listed down some amazing health benefits of the beverage:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Reduces risk of cancers<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As per a 2015 study, coffee decreases the risk of developing prostate cancer in men by 20 percent and endometrial cancer in women by 25 percent. Caffeine impacts cancer cells and reduces the chances of cancer recurrence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Boosts your physical performance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It is said that caffeine increases adrenaline levels in the blood. Adrenaline helps to prepare the body for physical activity and caffeine boosts physical performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sharpens mind<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Consuming a cup of coffee hits the central nervous system. This causes the brain to manufacture more dopamine and helps in sharpening the mind resulting in enhanced focus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Burns fat<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Caffeine is one of the most intrinsic natural substances that boost metabolism. This helps to burn fat in the body. A cup of black coffee a day may do the job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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