Thoughts on black coffee....
Options
JaydedMiss
Posts: 4,286 Member
What are your thoughts on black coffee, Beneficial or harmful or just middle ground?
Also for people like me with sensitive stomachs to it with its laxative effects, It kind of sucks but is that harmful?
Also for people like me with sensitive stomachs to it with its laxative effects, It kind of sucks but is that harmful?
1
Replies
-
Everything in moderation, I love it and drink it every day. YUM0
-
It's like everything else in life -- it's good in moderation, but too much of anything can be bad. I like black coffee since it's near-zero calorie, tastes pretty good, and has some antioxidant benefits. Plus, the laxative effect is a good thing, at least for me. That said, drinking too much can wreck your circadian rhythms, and caffeine jitters aren't fun for anyone. And some people with heart problems can have palpatations when they drink it. But, otherwise, a few cups a day shouldnt hurt you. Even those super fancy, confection-like coffees can be enjoyed in occasion without any ill effects.0
-
Life wouldn't be worth living without at least a couple cups of black coffee each day ... for me or those around me.1
-
JaydedMiss wrote: »What are your thoughts on black coffee, Beneficial or harmful or just middle ground?
Also for people like me with sensitive stomachs to it with its laxative effects, It kind of sucks but is that harmful?
If made right, with good beans. Delicious and good for you. Done poorly, basically little better than the taste of fermented camel milk.1 -
JaydedMiss wrote: »Also for people like me with sensitive stomachs to it with its laxative effects, It kind of sucks but is that harmful?
I'd call that a plus
Anyways, coffee's got hella polyphenols, as does cocoa powder, so I'd say it's good to consume them both. Together. Just don't develop a caffeine dependency; that'd be bad.
0 -
about an hour after having coffee my stomach hurts and the laxative effect kicks in hard, I guess as long as its not to harmful its a plus the pain goes away fast0
-
annette_15 wrote: »Everything in moderation, I love it and drink it every day. YUM
2 things I need in the morning coffee and mfp0 -
i take mine with black pepper anyone else do this ?0
-
Coffee all day, errrrryday2
-
if you've got a sensitive stomach, and just have a black coffee first thing in the morning without food, your stomach will growl and cramp like hell, although this is just personal experience. Although, I've found I can drink hot and iced black coffee fine, as long as it's lunch time or later,or if I have some food with it0
-
I love it, and the er bathroom aid is a plus in the morning for me (TMI). But honestly if it doesn't make you feel good there is zero reason to drink it. The only reason I drink it is I love the way it tastes and it doesn't bother my stomach at all or make me feel bad. (I do tend to drink too much of it over the course of a day, so will probably get serious about cutting back soon.)0
-
If you like black coffee, drink black coffee. I personally need some sort of milk or non dairy creamer in it to give it a little flavor. I'm not a fan of black coffee and will only drink it if there is no creamer available. I know a lot of people will say that black is the ONLIEST way to drink it and if you "need" to put something in it then obviously the coffee is crap. I disagree with that statement as it's a matter of personal taste and preference.
And yes, coffee is notorious for having a laxative effect (called a "CID": Caffeine Induced Dump). I don't see it being harmful.3 -
JaydedMiss wrote: »about an hour after having coffee my stomach hurts and the laxative effect kicks in hard, I guess as long as its not to harmful its a plus the pain goes away fast
Pain? I can't see how black coffee is a good idea if it makes you experience pain. Is a nice strong steeped tea an option? Can you add milk to your coffee?
0 -
How does anyone eat donuts without black coffee???0
-
Carlos_421 wrote: »How does anyone eat donuts without black coffee???
Nope. Donuts require double double.
0 -
Carlos_421 wrote: »How does anyone eat donuts without black coffee???
0 -
I have one cup of black coffee every morning, and that sets me up right.0
-
I drink 8-12 cups of black coffee a day most days of my life.0
-
I actually don't get the "severe" coffee laxative effect since I stopped loading it down with half & half and sugar. Back then it made me cramp up and run to the bathroom. Drinking it black, it still helps get things moving in the morning without risk of blowing the bathroom clear off the house.2
-
I have a 24 oz cup everyday.
If you want it, drink it. Not a problem.0
Categories
- All Categories
- 1.4M Health, Wellness and Goals
- 391.5K Introduce Yourself
- 43.5K Getting Started
- 259.7K Health and Weight Loss
- 175.6K Food and Nutrition
- 47.3K Recipes
- 232.3K Fitness and Exercise
- 392 Sleep, Mindfulness and Overall Wellness
- 6.4K Goal: Maintaining Weight
- 8.5K Goal: Gaining Weight and Body Building
- 152.7K Motivation and Support
- 7.8K Challenges
- 1.3K Debate Club
- 96.3K Chit-Chat
- 2.5K Fun and Games
- 3.2K MyFitnessPal Information
- 22 News and Announcements
- 926 Feature Suggestions and Ideas
- 2.3K MyFitnessPal Tech Support Questions