The Coffee Chronicles: Exploring Benefits, Myths, and Alternatives

Crunchy Stewardship

Join Katie and Chrissy as they dive deep into America's second-most consumed beverage - coffee! In this candid conversation, the cousins share their personal coffee origin stories, from Chrissy's desperate seventh-grade all-nighter to Katie's college social awakening with "fufu drinks."

In this episode, you'll discover:

• How coffee actually works in your brain (hint: it's not giving you energy the way you think)
• The surprising connection between mouth breathing and cavities in this week's "Random Revelations"
• Why coffee releases dopamine and creates those cozy social moments we crave
• The hidden toxins in conventional coffee and how to choose better brands
• The fascinating world of mushroom coffee alternatives
• How stress impacts your health more than most dietary choices

BRANDS/PRODUCTS MENTIONED:

• Mount Comfort Coffee: https://amzn.to/3VyaJnt
• Larry's Organic Coffee: https://amzn.to/4m3xfPU
• Counter Culture Coffee: https://amzn.to/45SVyeN
• Mud Water: https://amzn.to/427XT32
• Life Boost mushroom coffee: https://amzn.to/3JMOxn8
• Rise Coffee mushroom blend: https://amzn.to/4gemUPZ

PEOPLE/RESOURCES REFERENCED:

• Josh Axe (podcast episode on coffee): https://open.spotify.com/episode/54uVL6udNmD65bzGLNWL5N?si=xiWd1xHoThS_lAM8SlwkJQ
• Weston A. Price Foundation

From French presses to Keurigs, organic beans to mycotoxin concerns, and the social ritual that connects cultures worldwide - this episode explores both the science and soul of our morning cup. Plus, Katie contemplates ditching coffee altogether while Chrissy advocates for the mental health benefits of that perfect morning moment on the patio.

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