BREW-TALLY HONEST THE PERKS AND PITFALLS OF CAFFEINE
Have a Laugh! BUZZ KILL Caffeine can be a needed pick-me-up, but it can also feed the grind that keeps you up at night or gives you anxiety. Tea and coffee can interfere with essential neurotransmitters like dopamine. This disruption can lead to a lack of motivation, irritability, and restlessness. Drinking too much of these fine brews can make you nervous, impact your sleep, and cause your Perk up, coffee lovers. We’re about to spill the beans on how the beloved brew can be a friend and foe to our mental health. Caffeine can lift our spirits, energize us, sharpen our focus, and even counteract the effects of depression. But this popular stimulant can also lead to jitters, anxiety, and withdrawal symptoms if we sip too much. Grab a cup of Joe, and let’s explore the perks and pitfalls of this flavorful fuel. BUZZ BEHIND THE BOOST Studies have found that moderate doses of caffeine can have perks. This naturally occurring stimulant can help with weight loss, alertness, brain function, memory, and physical performance. Caffeine can also guard against certain types of cancer, strokes, and Alzheimer’s disease. There’s even proof that coffee can reduce depression, thanks to the other acids in the drink that reduce inflamed nerve cells in the brains of people with depression.
body to go into flight or fight mode. For people who are already suffering from depression, the drink can cause your symptoms to worsen.
So, as you drink your morning java, just remember to find the balance with the beans. Caffeine can be the ultimate mood booster, but too much will make you feel wired instead of wonderful!
Vegan Greek Sheet Pan Dinner Inspired by ItDoesntTasteLikeChicken.com
Ingredients
Seasoning: •
Veggies and Tofu: •
3 tbsp olive oil
1 block extra-firm tofu, drained and diced 1 medium zucchini, sliced 1 bell pepper (any color), sliced 1 medium red onion, sliced
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1 lemon, juiced (about 3 tbsp) 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 1/2 tbsp dried oregano
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1 tbsp dried basil
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 1/2 tsp salt
1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes
1 1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 cup pitted kalamata olives 1/4 cup vegan feta, crumbled
directions
1. Preheat oven to 400 F. In a small bowl, combine all seasoning ingredients, stir, and set aside. 2. Spread tofu, zucchini, pepper, onion, and tomatoes on a large, rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle seasoning over top and mix with your hands until everything is well coated. 3. Bake for 35–40 minutes, stirring halfway through, until everything is golden brown. Remove from the oven, then sprinkle with olives and vegan feta. 4. Serve with cooked rice, warm pita bread, vegan tzatziki, hummus, or chopped parsley.
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