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What does coffee provide us with?
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We all know that coffee contains caffeine like tea or chocolate. But, did you know that in a cup of coffee you can also have vitamins, minerals, antioxidants (polyphenols) and hundreds of different chemical substances responsible for its unmistakable aroma and taste?
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Caffeine. It stimulates the central nervous system, reduces fatigue sensation and tiredness, increases level of alertness and improves concentration.
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Antioxidants. Comparative studies show that coffee is, among all beverages, the largest source of antioxidants. These are essential to protect our organism from free radicals which harm cells and therefore
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Niacina. Una taza de café contiene el 20% de la CDR, vitamina responsable del correcto funcionamiento de nuestras funciones metabólocas.
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Potasio. Dos tazas de café cubren el 10% de la CDR, necesario para regular el equilibrio osmótico de nuestro organismo.
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Todo este aporte y mucho más en una sola taza de café que sólo aporta entre 2 y 4 kcal si no añade azúcar ni leche.
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PERFIL
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por taza
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% CDR
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Valor energético kcal
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2 a 4
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0,1-0,2
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Proteínas (g)
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0,14
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0,28
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Hidratos de Carbono (g)
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0,18
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0,06
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Fibra alimentaria (g)
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0,54
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2,16
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| CDR. Cantidad Diaria Recomendada respecto a una dieta media de 2.000 kcal. |
