Macchiato

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Macchiato

Macchiato is a coffee drink that appeared in Italy. It is an espresso with a small amount of milk (in the form of foamed foam), and in Italian the word "macchiato" means "stain" or "spot". That is, macchiato is an espresso with a "stain" of milk foam.

HISTORY

Macchiato was invented in Italy, and its name is due to the fact that milk "stains" strong espresso. Initially, the drink was created as a way to soften the strength of espresso by adding just a little milk so as not to disturb the main taste of coffee.

 

Useful sides of macchiato:

  1. Antioxidants: Coffee, including macchiato, is a source of antioxidants that help fight cell damage caused by free radicals.

  2. Activity stimulation: Contains caffeine, which helps increase energy levels and concentration. It can be useful for those who feel tired or need additional stimulation.

  3. Heart benefits: Studies have shown that moderate coffee consumption can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.

  4. Metabolic support: Caffeine can also speed up metabolism, which contributes to weight loss and improved physical activity.

Harmful sides of macchiato:

  1. Excessive caffeine consumption: Drinking too much macchiato or other caffeinated drinks can cause insomnia, anxiety and rapid heartbeat. This is especially true for people with hypersensitivity to caffeine.

  2. Stomach problems: Caffeine can irritate the gastric mucosa and lead to gastritis or heartburn, especially if you drink coffee on an empty stomach.

  3. Milk and sugar: If macchiato is prepared with the addition of sugar or cream, it increases the calorie content of the drink. Ecess calories and sugar can be a problem for people who monitor their weight or blood sugar levels.

  4. Caffeine addiction: With regular consumption of coffee, caffeine dependence may develop, which causes headaches and irritability when trying to reduce the dose.

General recommendations:

  • If you are not sensitive to caffeine and drink macchiato in moderation, it may be part of a healthy diet.

  • It is better to avoid sugar and too fat milk so that the drink does not become too high in calories.

  • It is best to drink coffee not on an empty stomach to avoid irritation of the gastric mucosa.