Quick Answer: Coffee is not generally "good" or "bad," but a biologically active substance that percolates through your system differently based on your own genetics and consumption habits. For most people, moderate consumption (three to four cups a day) is linked to longer lifespan and decreased risk of conditions such as Type 2 diabetes and Parkinson’s. But for people with a certain “slow metabolism” gene...

Direct Answer: The coffee with the least exposure to toxins is high-alititude shade grown, wet processed (washed) and dark roasted arabica beans that have been independently tested for mold, mycotoxins, bacteria and pesticides. This is the only thing that actually matters re: toxins, but marketing loves to bang on about “organic.” The main concern here isn’t really even toxins, it’s mold (mold produces mycotoxins) and...

Quick Answer: No one brand is the “best” because what makes great coffee has more to do with freshness and physics than logos. But if, for the sake of consistency and candor in sourcing ethics and science-respected roasting techniques you want to make that everyone-to-beat middle ground the state of the art at the high end for at-home enthusiasts, Onyx Coffee Lab now represents that...

Quick Answer: There is also no one “magic liquid” that scrubs your insides the way Dawn might scrub a dirty lasagna dish. But depending on your goal, three different ways to do it are effective: utilizing Saltwater (if you want to immediately clear the physical body via osmosis), Apple Cider Vinegar (for metabolic stability and bloat reduction) and Kefir (to re-incubate good bacteria in your gut over...

Direct Answer: The worst drinks for gut health are those that destroy the balance of our microbiome, strip the protective mucus lining from our intestines or cause inflammation. Sugary sodas are the most obvious culprits, but the list features a variety of “counter-intuitive” drinks that are often marketed as healthier choices. Zero-Calorie “Diet” Drinks: And artificial sweeteners (sucralose, aspartame, saccharin) can actually change your gut bacteria and...

Direct Answer: While you’re constipated, steer clear of diuretics that dehydrate and get rid of fluids, depressants that slow down muscle contractions or gas producers that block colonic transit. The main beverages that you’ll want to quit cold turkey though are alcohol (it suppresses vasopressin meaning you’re peeing out water quicker, yikes!), sugary sodas which interfere with functioning in the gut due to high levels...

Direct Answer: To pass a stool upon waking in the morning, you’ll need to stimulate your gastrocolic reflex, which is what causes a physiological reaction between our stomach and colon that lets our colon make room for new food. The best approach uses H: Hydration, S: Stimulation and P: Positioning. Hydration: Drink 16–20 oz (500ml) of warm water as soon as you get up to expand the stomach...

Quick Answer: There is no fairy dust in the formula (not even for your birthday) but general consensus across the scientific community is that Cayenne pepper (capsaicin) and Turmeric (curcumin) are, without doubt, two of or for sure KEY influencers of metabolism and body composition. But the explanation isn’t what many people suspect. These spices, however, do more than “melt” fat off your body; they also create...

Quick Answer: The “Coffee Loophole” typically alludes to an internet-crazed 7-second morning hack that stimulates metabolism. While these diets are usually intended to sell a brand’s own supplements, the DIY recipe behind them is a mix of black coffee and several other known blood sugar-stabilizing thermogenic agents (thermogenesis is when heat is generated within your body). The best science-supported version of this recipe looks like:...

Direct Answer: The most commonly used ingredients such as cinnamon, turmeric, cayenne pepper, ginger and cardamom that people add to coffee are done so for weight loss purposes. Though you may see these promoted on social media as “fat-melting” magic, the science is a something different. Cinnamon is included for blood sugar stabilization and to prevent insulin from spiking; turmeric is known to fight against the inflammation that...