Drink quality coffee. If possible, choose organic coffee beans to avoid pesticides and other harmful chemicals used to grow, harvest, and prepare the beans. Look for beans harvested from regions with ideal growing climates (South American and Central American countries are known to have some of the best beans in the world). Ground beans start to lose nutrients and flavor once exposed to oxygen, so instead of buying pre-ground coffee bags, get whole beans and use an electric grinder. Enjoy coffee in moderation. Coffee has many health benefits, but too much of it can cause dehydration, headaches, diarrhea, anxiety, and upset stomach. An 8 oz. cup of generic caffeinated coffee has ~95 mg of caffeine, and it is recommended to avoid over 400mg a day, so limit your intake to 2-4 cups to get the most health benefits. Sip early in the day. Avoid caffeinated coffee after 2:00-3:00 PM to ensure you’ll get restful sleep. If you like a late-night cup, have a half-caff (half regular, half decaf) or all decaf. Don’t add sugar. Modern diets can already be high in sugar, which can lead to diabetes and obesity. If you must use a sweetener, choose natural alternatives like stevia or monk fruit sweetener. Add a dash of cinnamon. Cinnamon adds a great flavor and studies have shown that the spice can lower blood glucose, cholesterol, and triglycerides. Try mixing in cocoa. Cocoa is a delicious antioxidant and can even lower your risk of heart disease. Choose cocoa with no added sugars. Avoid artificial creamers. Non-dairy and low-fat creamers contain highly processed ingredients. For a creamy taste and a healthy dose of calcium and vitamin-D, add grass-fed cow’s milk or unsweetened nut milks. Brew with a paper filter. Coffee contains a compound called cafestol that can raise blood cholesterol levels. Paper filters trap the cafestol while still letting the caffeine and antioxidants through.