Capsule coffee machines are becoming increasingly common in homes, offices and offices in Brazil. This is a more practical option compared to the strained drink, not to mention that there are countless flavors and grains available, for all tastes.
However, as the popularity of this type of drink grows, speculation about the product also increases. The key is doubt: the coffee Is a capsule harmful?
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The big villain, according to this theory circulating the internet, is the aluminum present in some capsules.
According to nutritionist Thaiz Brito, columnist on the Metrópoles website, a scientific study resolved this doubt. The research compared brewed coffee, capsule coffee and coffee made in italian coffee maker.
As incredible as it may seem, according to the data presented by the nutritionist, capsule coffee contained the least aluminum in the finished drink. In other words, there is no danger in consuming it.
The transfer of the substance to the liquid depends mainly on temperature and contact time. In the case of the capsule, the hot water remains in contact with the container for a short time, unlike an Italian coffee maker, for example.
Not yet, because, according to the nutritionist, there are still a series of other factors that can cause some type of damage to your health. According to Thaiz, if you drink this type of coffee every day, you need to be careful, above all, with the hygiene of the capsules.
This is because they can be vectors for the proliferation of bacteria, germs and fungi. In addition, it is necessary to frequently change the water used in the machines and properly wash the compartments of the machine. coffee machine.
Finally, the health professional advises that customers always try to use capsules free of bisphenol plastic.
*With information from Metropolises
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