Coffee is a staple for many of us in the morning, but we are about to give you even more reasons to love it!
Did you know... coffee is a natural extoliant and anti-inflammatory agent? It is also known to reduce the appearance of stretch marks! Say what?! SO MUCH GOODNESS for all you mamas like me.
Great thing is, we are unleashing a brand new JPF bath and body product... coffee scrub!!! We have it in vanilla, peppermint, and orange. And... in 2 different sizes. The peppermint and orange are also infused with essential oils... well duh!
Benefits:
Exfoliates
Improves Circulation
Tightens Skin
Reduces appearance of Cellulite
Packed with Antioxidants
Anti-inflammatory, reduces puffiness (swelling)
Recipes:
Dark Circle Scrub
1 T Ground Coffee
1 T Coconut Palm Sugar
1 T olive oil
1-2 drops lemon juice
Combine dry ingredients then add in juice and oil. Massage ok skin in circular motions then rinse with warm water.
Age Defying Mask
1 T coffee grounds
1 T raw cacao powder
1 T coconut milk (from the can - preferably BPA-free)
1 T raw honey
History:
The average coffee tree produces 10 pounds of coffee cherry per year, or 2 pounds of green beans.
Inside each coffee cherry there are two coffee beans
Experts estimate that there are anywhere from 25 to 100 species of coffee plants.
In the commercial coffee industry, there are two important coffee species — Arabica and Robusta.
Arabica is descended from the original coffee trees discovered in Ethiopia. These trees produce a fine, mild, aromatic coffee and represent approximately 70% of the world's coffee production. The beans are flatter and more elongated than Robusta and lower in caffeine.
Production of Robusta is increasing, though it accounts for only about 30% of the world market.
Robusta is primarily used in blends and for instant coffees. The Robusta bean itself tends to be slightly rounder and smaller than an Arabica bean.
In the 17th Century, despite controversy, coffee houses were quickly becoming centers of social activity and communication in the major cities of England, Austria, France, Germany and Holland. In England “penny universities” sprang up, so called because for the price of a penny one could purchase a cup of coffee and engage in stimulating conversation.
Though coffee houses rapidly began to appear, tea continued to be the favored drink in the New World until 1773, when the colonists revolted against a heavy tax on tea imposed by King George III. The revolt, known as the Boston Tea Party, would forever change the American drinking preference to coffee.
By the end of the 18th century, coffee had become one of the world's most profitable export crops. After crude oil, coffee is the most sought commodity in the world.
Health:
Research has shown that moderate coffee consumption (or 3-5 cups daily) may be associated with many positive effects, including:
Liver disease prevention
Improved cognitive function in older adults
Sharper memory
Increased athletic endurance
Reduced risk of type 2 diabetes
Longevity
Due to the increasing scientific evidence, coffee has earned a new – and improved – reputation. The latest U.S. Dietary Guidelines recently made an unprecedented recommendation for coffee as part of a healthy lifestyle.
Don't forget to grab our new coffee scrub in the JPF Market today.
Credits: NCAUSA.org LiveStrong.com paleohacks.com
Here's to healthier living and a lot more coffee in your life!
Happy Caffein-ing,
Mackenzie
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