Dark Coffee, Dark Teeth

Dentist Dr. Prakash Jairam says, "It can leave behind some stains but that is negligible. This is something that happens only over a long period of time and that too not for everybody."

If you are a coffee lover, you need not worry about your teeth. Dr. Jairam also reassures that drinking coffee does not affect the health of the teeth in any way.

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Skin Myths

You may have heard that coffee darkens the skin. Is this true?

"No," says Nutritionist Naini Setalvad, "it is nothing but a myth."

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Coffee for Acne

General Practitioner Dr. Arun Rao says that acne is entirely dependant upon hormones and the environment. If your hormones are inclined to getting acne, you will get it, irrespective of the kind of coffee you drink.

However, very strong coffee can lead to dehydration, which might reflect on the skin. Even when coffee does not suit you a rash might break up.

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Coffee and Digestion

Did you know coffee takes 24 hours to get fully digested?

Remember, this is not good for your digestive system. So if you have an upset tummy, make sure you stay away from coffee because it increases acidity.

Naini says, "For most people, coffee does lead to constipation."

However, remember that coffee can have different reactions for different body types. For some it can lead to abdominal bloating while for others it can lead to loose motions.

Periods Related to Coffee

Dr. Anuradha Kapoor, a private practitioner says, "Since coffee sets on the blood vessels it is always advisable to not have coffee during menses." Apart from that, coffee can also aggravate period cramps.