Coffee & Tea
Scientists Find a New Way Coffee Affects Your Brain–It Starts in Your Gut
A recent study suggests coffee reshapes the gut microbiome in ways that influence mood, cognition, and inflammation.
Different Ways Caffeine Affects Sleep
The same caffeine that helps people stay focused during the day also makes it harder for them to fully rest at night.
Peppermint—the Garden Herb for Mental Clarity
Cooling, invigorating, and easy to grow, peppermint has been used for centuries to refresh both mind and spirit.
Drooling, Snoring, Nightmares: How to Ease Common Sleep Problems
A restful night’s sleep requires balance in both body and mind—even small changes can make a big difference.
The Hidden Power of Spring: How Simple Daily Habits Can Rebuild Your Energy and Immunity
TCM's core spring dietary practices include three key principles: warming, circulating, and clearing.
Large Study Shows High Caffeine Intake Linked to Reduced Dementia Risk
A study tracked more than 131,000 people for up to 43 years.
A Cup of Calm: How Tea Promotes Focus and Tranquility
Rooted in ancient tradition and backed by modern science, tea’s natural compounds support clarity and calm.
Tea May Be Nicer to Your Bones Than Coffee, Study Suggests
The findings offer fresh insight into a long-standing question about caffeine and bone health.
Some Coffee Compounds May Be Problematic—Here’s What You Can Do
From toxins to pesticide residues, we examine what's really in your coffee and whether you should be concerned.
Which Tea Truly Calms You? Discover the Best Brews for Stress and Sleep
Gender and time of life guide when and for what purposes to take certain teas for the greatest health benefits.
Coffee’s Energy Boost Is an Illusion
We often think of coffee as a quick energy boost, but science suggests it acts more like a high-interest credit card.
Caffeine Gum: Fast Energy, Faster Absorption—but Not Without Risks
Caffeine gum fits in your pocket, making it convenient for people who want a controlled dose of caffeine for a mental or physical edge.
The Quest for Matcha Alternatives
With Japanese matcha supplies running low, tea aficionados look to the United States for healthy alternatives.
Caffeine May Slow Cellular Aging by Activating a Protective Stress Response
Recent research shows how caffeine activates cellular pathways similar to those triggered by exercise and calorie restriction, potentially slowing aging.
Yerba Mate: An Energizing Brew With Blood Sugar and Heart Benefits
Yerba mate is packed with bioactive compounds that may support metabolism, heart health, and even cancer prevention.
Caffeine May Be Borrowing Energy From You–Here’s Why
Your morning cup of joe may feel like it's giving you energy, but the effect is an illusion.
Coffee Timing Linked to Health Outcomes
A new study finds that morning coffee drinkers reap more benefits than those who sip throughout the day.
Health Benefits of Coffee and Important Consumption Precautions
Drinking coffee the right way is key to maximizing its health benefits while avoiding potential side effects.
New Study Illustrates Coffee’s Unique Influence on Your Gut
Learn about how coffee dramatically affects gut bacteria levels, according to research involving nearly 77,200 study participants.
Mushroom Coffee Has a Variety of Benefits—Here’s How to Reap Them
Research shows that mushrooms are rich in antidiabetic, antioxidant, anti-cancer, and immune properties.
Do These 2 Things Before Drinking Morning Coffee
Plus, discover 10 evidence-based reasons to drink a daily cup of coffee.
The Danger in the Caffeine High: Coffee’s Good Versus Bad Effects
“He was addicted to caffeine. He’d have anywhere from six to 12 cups a day,” says Dr. Daniel Amen, describing an Air Force pilot he once treated. Watch our exclusive ...
Caffeine Intake Linked to Lower Risk of Multiple Cardiometabolic Diseases
Researchers found yet another benefit that may add to the list of health advantages of consuming caffeine from food or beverages.
Relieve Migraine, Dry Eyes Through Vitamins, Diet, Cutting Coffee: Dr. Rani Banik
How are migraine, dry eyes, and light sensitivity linked? And how can vitamins, alongside dietary and lifestyle changes, bring relief? Watch our exclusive episode, only on NTD. It was “like ...
An Ancient Egyptian Tea That Can Cure 100 Ailments
This tea has found its way into Spanish sherry, Roman rituals and the teacups of Peter Rabbit and Tinkerbell.
Best Ways to Drink Coffee and Benefits for 11 Health Conditions
Coffee does more than perk you up. Discover how it can help ward against or improve 11 health conditions.
Anxious in the Morning?
Can you explain why anxiety is worse when waking up than at any other time of day? This has been my wife’s pattern for years. Morning anxiety appears to be ...