Green Coffee Bean Hype

We know that drinking  coffee can have health benefits, but the trend of unroasted coffee beans for weight loss may not hold the same promise. In a new study with mice, scientists
in Australia showed that the extract didn’t have any effect on body fat, but it did have a harmful impact on the mice’s insulin resistance. The group of mice  eating the green beans extract gained the same amount of weight as the control  group, but this group also was not processing insulin, which led to higher  amounts of sugar in their blood, a sign of diabetes. It is only one study so  far, but it does suggest that more research is needed before anyone can  responsibly say it has benefits.

Coffee Alternatives (Yes, there is such a thing!)

Do you ever worry about having too much caffeine?  There are some lucky souls who never have to worry about that, even as they sip that mug of coffee right before bed!  But for a lot of people, it can be a concern.  For children, it could be a big concern.

If you are looking to lower your caffeine intake, or if you are one of those people who would love a nightcap of coffee, we have some options.  Obviously, decaffeinated coffee is a good choice (and we have plenty of decaf choices!).  But we also have a variety of instant beverages, without caffeine, that are perfect for any time of the day or night.

One of our best sellers is Pero.  Made in Germany, it is a combination of barley, chicory and rye that’s naturally caffeine-free.  It is delicious with milk and sugar.  We have regular Pero in a can and an Extra version that should remind you of French Roast coffee.  Best of all, you won’t miss the caffeine.  At 5 calories a serving, 1g carb and fat free, you can drink it all day long.

Another great product is Leroux instant chicory.  We have it in regular, caramel flavor and chocolate flavor.  They all taste great cold, especially the caramel and the chocolate flavors.  We have it in 100g/3.5oz jars at a great price.

We carry the instant drink named Cafix.  From Poland, it’s a blend of barley, chicory, figs and red beets.  We also carry Cafix Crystals that have a rich and robust taste.  Try Cafix cold with or without milk and sugar.

Lastly, we have INKA, which has been made in Poland for over 40 years.  A blend of nutritional ingredients such as barley, rye and chicory, all of which have been roasted to make a flavorful and healthy drink, INKA has long been a staple in Polish homes because it is ideal for the entire family.  We have 3 flavors of this healthy instant drink:  3 in 1 (flavored with milk and sugar); chocolate (kids love it!) and Instant.  We have the lowest prices on the internet for INKA and our other coffee substitutes, Leroux, Pero and Cafix.  You’ll love the convenience of these instant drinks!

Not Ready to Give Up Coffee?  Try Nestle Ricore!

Nestle Ricore is an instant coffee drink made of 40% coffee and 60% chicory.  Very popular in France, the drink promises to make you a morning person (it’s their advertising slogan, well-known in France!).  Chicory has been used as a coffee substitute for ages.  When chicory is mixed with coffee, it adds body and flavor.  Ricore has both chicory and coffee so it’s the best of both worlds.  Ricore is often made with milk, but it can be made with water or with a mixture of both milk and water.

Coffee with Cream and Butter, Please

The Paleo Diet is certainly growing in popularity.  For those unfamiliar with this diet, it relies on foods and drinks that would have been consumed by our caveman ancestors.  That means meats, nuts, green and root vegetables only, with no gluten or grains. 

For true devotees of the diet, though, coffee is a challenge as many drinkers want it sweetened.  Enter Bulletproof Coffee, invented by a successful Silicon Valley entrepreneur who runs The Bulletproof Executive web site.  His recipe is this:  Blend prepared coffee in a kitchen blender with 1-2 Tablespoons of unsalted, preferably grass-fed, butter.  Blending this way gives the coffee a foamy head and a buttery (obviously) texture that cannot be achieved with a spoon.  Devotees swear that the coffee is so filling, you won’t need to eat anything else for hours.

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FDA Looks Into Caffeine-Added Products

With the recent increase of “energy” products on the market, the Food and Drug Administration in the U.S. is launching an investigation into the safety of caffeine-added foods.  In particular, the FDA will focus on the effects of caffeine-enhanced products with children and teens.  Some new caffeine-enhanced products are attractive and readily available to adolescents, such as jelly beans, marshmallows, sunflower seeds and gum.  (The gum, btw, has as much caffeine as half a cup of coffee in just one piece!)  The last time the FDA explicitly approved added caffeine was in the 1950s for colas.  Although there is no recommended limit of caffeine for children, many medical groups discourage parents from giving children and adolescents any sort of caffeine or other stimulants.

Coffee or Tea? That will be $2 please.

We all know that airline freebies are quickly becoming a fond memory.  An airlines recently announced that passengers will start paying for carry-on luggage, tea, soda, juice, and coffee, starting this summer. All those drinks will cost $1.99 to those flying on Economy or Basic fares.

But is it the cost that is the objection?  Or is it the coffee that is objectionable?  As we have said here before, consumers are willing to pay for a good cup of coffee.

Unfortunately, airlines probably aren’t the ones to serve it.

We always say:  Enjoy Better Coffee!

Have you ever had a quality cup of coffee on an airplane?  Please leave a comment and tell us about it below.

Ahmad Tea On Sale – Order Now for Mother’s Day!

Happy Mother’s Day from Enjoy Better Tea and Our Partners Ahmad Tea USA!

We are so excited to be able to work with Ahmad Tea USA to offer you a great deal on all their teas on our sites.

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Ahmad Tea is a UK-based family business dedicated to producing the finest tea. Currently managed by the 4th generation of its founding family, the company continues its mission to make exceptional teas that can be enjoyed every day for an affordable price.

Ahmad Tea is known worldwide for the quality of its teas and also for its involvement in international development and philanthropy. Ahmad Tea is actively involved in a variety of charitable projects with an emphasis on giving back to society. All the initiatives are organized responses to immediate local needs with the objective of long-term sustainability. Ahmad Tea has helped dig water holes in Niger, train nurses in Sri Lanka and house and tutor orphaned children in Russia and many other endeavors. Yet, Ahmad Tea remains a family business, true to the original vision of the founders.

In honor of Mother’s Day, Ahmad Tea USA and Enjoy Better Tea, Inc. are partnering to offer a great sale on Ahmad Tea. You can order tea for that special lady in your life and get 15% off all Ahmad Tea products! *

Please use coupon code AHMADMDAY

*Offer valid from 5/5/2013 through 5/9/2013 on http://www.enjoybettertea.com/Default.asp?Click=20290and http://www.EnjoyBetterCoffee.com?Click=20290 for Ahmad Tea products only. No minimum order required. Not valid with other coupons or discounts. Not valid for special sale items.

If you order by Monday, your gift should arrive before Mother’s Day on May 12, 2013.