Avoid Gastrointestinal Distress With Non Acidic Coffee

By Juana Buchanan


Many people really only come awake after their morning coffee. However, millions can no longer enjoy the beverage because it upsets their stomach. However, using non acidic coffee may get things go back to normal. Lower acid brews come in regular, decaf, and flavored varieties, so the experience is just as pleasant without painful side effects.

Some acids remain in all types of coffees, but this is good. Authorities say that it is the acids that give the brew its flavor. Only some of the highly acidic compounds found in the beans cause problems. People who are sensitive may experience heartburn, indigestion, and acid reflux. These side effects can be eliminated or minimized by methods of growing the beans, roasting them, or processing them.

There is a solution for those who suffer stomach irritation. There are blends of beans that are naturally lower in acids as well as grinds that have been processed in a way that reduces the strongest acids. Steam is used to reduce the acidity without using chemicals or compromising the natural flavor of the beans.

There are many low-acid coffees available today; check them out online. You may even see them in your local groceries, once you know what to look for. Some brands are made from beans grown on special soils or at low altitudes, which affects the acidity. Others have been processed - many by natural methods - to reduce the acid levels. Roasting for a longer period also produces a gentler brew.

Another secret is the brewing method. If you order less-acidic coffees in Starbucks or other specialty shops, the steaming hot brew will have been made from an extract originally brewed using the cold method. This involves regular grounds, cold water, and a 12-hour steeping period. The resultant glop is strained and mixed with either hot or cold water to taste.

Those who are in the know order cold-brewed coffees at Starbuck's or use a device called a Toddy at home. So many people now work in high-stress environments that nervous stomachs and ulcers are a real problem. Learning about a gentler kind of beverage that still wakes you up, keeps you energized and alert, and helps you relax in the evening may be the answer.

Check out the devices you can buy to learn more about the art of cold-brewing. There are also recipes online to use household utensils to get the same results. The devices are no more expensive than a good drip system, but all you really need is a covered bowl, a strainer or filter, and a spoon.

Try low-acid brands - they come in regular, decaf, and flavored varieties - or the cold-brew method to enjoy your coffee without harming your stomach. Go online to learn more; you'll see Arabica and Colombian roasts and other options. You'll be sure to find one that you like, and just think how much fun it will be trying all the options open to you until you find your new favorite brands or ways to make the perfect cup.




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