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Over the past two centuries, few substances have been as extensively studied as coffee. The benefits of coffee and its main active compound, caffeine, have been demonstrated time and again.

Recognition of coffee’s invigorating qualities dates to at least 1500, when Sufi Yemenis started drinking coffee to stay awake during prayers. Rapidly spreading across Europe in the early 1600s, coffee became valued as a medicine.

Caffeine was first identified in the early 1800s by Ferdinand Runge, a young German doctor who recognized the substance’s stimulating effects on the central nervous system, and its proclivity to maintain attention and a good mood.

The naturally-occurring caffeine in coffee reduces sensations of hunger. Some studies suggest that just one cup of coffee can help relieve the symptoms of a migraine. Recent studies have debunked old myths: in moderate doses, coffee does not in fact disturb sleep or normal heart function.

And promising new research finds that caffeine in coffee may even stave off the onset of Alzheimer’s andParkinson’s disease. Coffee is a major dietary source of powerful antioxidants, critical to eliminating free radicals.

Through a rich and smooth bodied espresso with a low caffeine content, enjoy the essence of health and revitalisation found in our Arabica beans.

CAFFEINE UNDER THE MICROSCOPE

Caffeine has no taste, and imparts only a hint of bitterness. The microscope reveals caffeine’s form as a long prismatic crystal, which is flexible with irregular contours. Coffee is not alone. Black tea, green tea, chocolate, cola-based drinks, and guarana and mate made from shrubs originating in South America also contain substantial amounts of caffeine.

BUCS - taste the difference

Gordon
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5/5

Great service as always but this time even better. I was able to order the Peru beans online although not available. Had a call from Roberta on a Saturday asking if wanted alternate bean or refund. I said you choose a bean for me as long as single origin. Recieved Honduras, which isn't too bad and flavour.

One can not go wrong with service and bean selection from BUCS.

2 days ago
Martin C.
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5/5

Robust full bodied quality coffee pods with fantastic customer service to match can’t ask for More

2 weeks ago
Tim Doyle
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5/5

Great Flavour

2 weeks ago
Colin Slade
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5/5

Very happy with the product and the service

3 weeks ago
Colin Slade
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5/5
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