Coffee, tea and cocoa are also called the three major drinks in the world. Coffee is not only a simple drink, but also a science. From processing to cooking, it reflects the taste of life.
Drink a cup of refreshment after getting up in the morning, take a sip of refreshment at work during the day, have a cup of coffee, eat a few cakes and chat with friends at leisure. Coffee enriches our life and shortens the distance between you and me. After a good meal, it is a kind of happiness to make a cup of coffee, read a newspaper or enjoy a warm, comfortable and interesting coffee time with your lover, friends and family.
Think about what you don't know about coffee When it comes to coffee, you always think of its refreshing effect, which is at most some other functions.
For example, coffee has the function of diuresis and dehumidification. Caffeine can promote kidney function, discharge excess sodium ions in the body, increase urination, improve bloating and edema, and help to lose weight. Can stimulate appetite, caffeine can stimulate sympathetic nerve, stimulate gastrointestinal secretion of gastric acid, promote digestion, prevent abdominal distension and gastroptosis, promote gastrointestinal hormones and peristalsis hormones, thus quickly relieving constipation; Coffee also has whitening effect. Drinking a cup of black coffee after a meal can effectively whiten the skin. Drinking it often can make you radiant and radiant. In the process of brewing coffee at high temperature, it will also produce an antioxidant compound, which is helpful for anti-cancer, anti-aging and even prevention of cardiovascular diseases, and can be comparable to fruits and vegetables.
These are just some well-known things. Now let's introduce some functions of coffee that we don't know.
Clean and repair scratches: coffee is acidic, rubbing and has a certain cleaning effect. When cleaning tables and stoves, coffee grounds can be used alone or wiped with a little detergent. If there are scratches on the furniture, wipe it with a cloth dipped in hot coffee, and the scratches will soon disappear.
Deodorization of refrigerator: If the refrigerator smells, you can put some coffee powder in it for 1-2 days, and the coffee will absorb those smells. In addition, if your hands are stained with garlic, fishy smell, etc. You can rub coffee powder on your hands and rinse it off with hot water. Coffee can also be used to deodorize other objects. Put smelly things with coffee and the smell can be eliminated. This is a natural deodorant.
Fertilize flowers and plants: Sprinkle some coffee powder or diluted coffee around the roots of acid-loving plants such as azalea and azalea, which will make bloom more colorful.
Glossy hair: After cleaning the hair, apply the cooled strong coffee to the dry hair, wait for 20 minutes, and then clean it once a week to get black and shiny hair.
Drive away insects and ants: Sprinkle some coffee powder or a pot of brewed coffee in the house or yard to drive away insects and ants. If you have a pet at home, sprinkle some wet coffee grounds on it and brush it with a brush to drive away fleas. This will not only do no harm to chemicals, but also make them full of fresh fragrance.
Massage to reduce fat and exfoliate: Caffeine can accelerate fat metabolism and reduce excess fat under the skin. Apply coffee and essential oil to the skin, then massage in circles, and then wash it after a few minutes. In addition, coffee can peel off dead skin, making skin smooth and firm.
When we taste the fragrance of coffee, we often ignore its role in daily life. Besides drinks, it is also a small assistant in family life. I have to admit, I knew too little coffee before. Coffee is not only delicious, but also learned.