How Do You Like Your Coffee?
Coffee. The sweet nectar that helps us go in the morning. This is not a pro or anti coffee argument, but rather a brief discussion on its relationship to water and digestive function in our bodies. A common misconception is: “coffee is made with water so that counts towards my water intake, right?” This is only partially correct. It is correct that we will absorb the water in the coffee, however the caffeine found in coffee exhibits a mild diuretic effect in our bodies. This means our body loses an increased amount of water in the form of urine.
Coffee can also exacerbate symptoms of heartburn
One study measured a positive relationship between caffeine (not coffee) intake and a relaxing effect on the lower esophageal sphincter . This effect can result in an increase of acid reflux (heartburn).
