5 health benefits of drinking coffee at work

Coffee can boost your mood

A Harvard study of close to 51,000 women found that increased caffeine consumption reduces the risk of depression, and a Finnish study of over 2200 men found a similar result.

As well as the caffeine and antioxidants affecting your physical state, coffee in the office can boost your mental wellbeing. A strategically placed coffee machine can lead to spontaneous conversation and interaction as colleagues catch up with a coffee which, in turn, leads to a happier workforce with better interpersonal relationships.

In recent studies into Parkinson’s Disease, a neurological disease thought to affect around 1 in 500 people in the UK, found that participants drinking coffee regularly were less likely to develop Parkinson’s. Depending on the study, this reduction in risk of developing Parkinson’s ranges from 32-60%. As well as reducing the risk of developing Parkinson’s, the caffeine in coffee can also help Parkinson’s sufferers control their movements.

Similarly, in a 2010 study, Dutch researchers found that individuals drinking 2-4 cups of coffee per day had a 20% lower risk of heart disease than those drinking fewer than 2 or more than 4 cups per day.

Antioxidants are nutrients that help prevent the oxidation of molecules in the body caused by harmful molecules called free radicals. Many experts believe the damage caused by these free radicals can contribute to blood vessel disease and even cancer. 

Contrary to popular belief, coffee provides more antioxidants than green tea, and whilst fruit and vegetables can provide antioxidants, studies show that coffee is the biggest provider of antioxidants in the Western diet!

Feeling stressed? Grab a coffee!

Over 80% of those who take coffee breaks at work feels it helps relieve stress.

It’s well documented that a dose of caffeine (whether it comes from coffee, tea or an energy drink) can help wake you up in the morning and reduce stress throughout the day. But when it comes to coffee, just the aroma can have a similar effect. Providing a first-class coffee experience for your employees can help reduce stress levels and improve overall wellbeing.

Coffee can improve performance & help you lose weight

Studies have found that moderate caffeine consumption (up to 5 cups of coffee per day) can enhance performance and endurance, as well as reducing fatigue. Regular caffeine consumption can improve performance by up to 12%. Research also suggests that caffeine can boost your metabolism and help the body burn fat.

When we designed the revolutionary TopBrewer, we reimagined the traditional bean-to-cup coffee machine design to bring you the world’s most advanced office coffee solution. With its innovative under-counter design, sleek swan-neck tap and range of specialty direct- and impact-traded coffees, TopBrewer has been designed to improve the workplace experience without compromising on drink quality.

The minimal footprint integrates seamlessly into any environment to deliver a full range of speciality drinks, all specially developed for the TopBrewer at our in-house Amokka micro-roastery. For more information about the value TopBrewer can add to your office, contact us for a chat or to arrange a demo.

Disclaimer: The information contained in this blog post is for general purpose only and should not be considered as medical advice or as an alternative to medical advice.