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咖啡和皮质醇

Coffee and Cortisol

咖啡和皮质醇之间的关系

众所周知,咖啡消费量和体内皮质醇水平之间存在关联,而这并不是好事。

要了解咖啡对体内皮质醇水平的影响,我们首先必须将其分解:

什么是皮质醇?

皮质醇是肾上腺应对压力而释放的一种激素,它在调节各种身体功能(包括新陈代谢和压力反应)中发挥作用。

咖啡如何影响皮质醇的产生?

当您喝咖啡或其他含咖啡因的饮料时,咖啡因会刺激皮质醇的释放。这是因为咖啡因会触发身体的“战斗或逃跑”反应,导致皮质醇分泌增加。皮质醇的释放有助于提高警觉性、注意力和能量水平。然而,需要注意的是,皮质醇对咖啡因的反应是暂时的,通常在饮用后持续几个小时。之后,皮质醇水平往往会恢复到基线水平。皮质醇增加的程度也可能因咖啡因摄入量、个人敏感度和整体压力水平等因素而异。

过量饮用咖啡会导致长期皮质醇问题吗?

经常或过量摄入咖啡因(包括咖啡)可能会导致皮质醇水平长期升高。这对于全天喝大量咖啡或对咖啡因高度敏感的人尤其重要。皮质醇水平长期升高会对身体产生各种影响,包括睡眠模式紊乱、焦虑加剧以及对整体健康产生潜在的负面影响。另请参阅咖啡如何影响睡眠、压力和减肥。

这是否意味着我应该停止喝咖啡?

不一定,但限制咖啡摄入量可能是个好主意。重要的是要记住,每个人对咖啡因和皮质醇的反应可能有所不同。有些人可能对咖啡因的影响更敏感,而另一些人可能耐受性更高。

此外,其他生活方式因素,如压力水平、睡眠质量和整体健康状况,也会影响皮质醇水平。如果您担心咖啡或咖啡因对您的皮质醇水平或整体健康的影响,建议咨询医疗保健专业人士,他们可以根据您的具体情况提供个性化指导。

Your New Kind of Daily Brew

MannaBrew is not coffee. It is not tea. It is a Super Brew for every day!

A single ingredient espresso style superfood made from roasted honey mesquite pods, harvested by hand in the Northern Cape of South Africa. It brews like coffee, looks like coffee, and feels familiar. But the experience is completely different.

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MannaBrew is made from 100% roasted Mesquite beans.

There are no added sugars, caffeine, or artificial ingredients.

Key features of MannaBrew’s single ingredient:

Mesquite beans (from the Prosopis tree) are naturally sweet and contain:

  • Dietary fiber
  • Low glycemic carbohydrates
  • Essential minerals (like calcium, magnesium, potassium, and iron)
  • Protein
  • Antioxidants

This makes MannaBrew a naturally caffeine-free, nutrient-rich coffee alternative suitable for:

  • Pregnant or breastfeeding women
  • People with diabetes or blood sugar concerns
  • Children
  • Anyone avoiding caffeine or stimulants

Key benefits of drinking MannaBrew:

1. 100% Caffeine-Free

MannaBrew provides a rich, coffee-like flavor without the crash, jitters, or sleep disruption, perfect for pregnant women, kids, and anyone avoiding caffeine.

2. Naturally Energizing

While caffeine-free, the nutrient-dense Mesquite beans support natural energy levels thanks to slow-releasing carbohydrates and essential nutrients.

3. Packed with Nutrients

Mesquite beans are a natural source of: Magnesium, Zinc, Calcium, Iron, & Dietary fiber. These help support metabolism, bone health, digestion, and immunity.

4. Gut-Friendly

MannaBrew contains prebiotic fiber, which helps feed the good bacteria in your gut and supports better digestion and gut health.

5. Blood Sugar Friendly

The low-GI properties of Mesquite help regulate blood sugar levels, it is ideal for people managing insulin resistance, diabetes, or sugar spikes.

6. Naturally Sweet, No Sugar Needed

It's naturally sweet, nutty taste means most people enjoy it without needing to add sugar or sweeteners.

7. Sustainable & Ethical

From invasive tree to purposeful brew. MannaBrew supports people, land, and long-term sustainability.

8. Safe for the Whole Family

MannaBrew is safe for pregnant women, nursing moms, and children.

How to Brew MannaBrew

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Espresso
Put 1 level scoop of MannaBrew (8 grams) into the portafilter, spread grounds evenly, and extract 30ml espresso as normal. (Not recommended for bean to cup machines).

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Moka Pot
Fill basket halfway with MannaBrew, place on medium-high heat, and allow to percolate.

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French Press
Use 1 level scoop of MannaBrew (8 grams) per 250ml cup of water. Stir through gently. Allow to brew for 4 minutes before plunging.

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Filter
Use 1 level scoop of MannaBrew (8 grams) per 250ml cup of water.

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Espresso
Fill portafilter basket halfway, tamp down lightly, and extract espresso as normal. (Not for use in automatic machines).


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Moka Pot
Fill basket halfway, place on medium-high heat, and allow to percolate.


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French Press
Use 1-3 heaped teaspoons per cup. (According to desired strength).


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Filter
Use 1-3 heaped teaspoons per cup. (According to desired strength).