Pu’er Coffee

 Every single second, the world consumes about 26,000 cups of coffee . On Shanghai’s Huaihai Road alone—less than two kilometers long—you can find nearly 50 cafés , each with its own style. Coffee has long since become a nationwide obsession. Enthusiasts eagerly debate bean origins, processing methods, and flavor notes, yet few stop to ask a deeper question: What hidden burden does this beloved drink place on the planet? From a food-industry carbon-emissions perspective, coffee ranks just behind beef, lamb, cheese, and chocolate . Data shows that producing a single cup of coffee consumes roughly 140 liters of water , while growing and processing one kilogram of coffee beans generates about 17 kilograms of CO₂ . Viewed through the lens of Western environmental narratives, this kind of data practically screams: ban it . How could such an “unethical” product escape scrutiny in one of the world’s environmental flag-bearers—the UK? British research has already sounded the alarm: by 20...

 These days, more and more middle-aged and older adults are joining the ranks of coffee lovers. After all, this aromatic drink not only boosts alertness but also makes socializing easier. But did you know that as we age, our bodies respond to coffee differently? Today, let’s talk about a few things older adults should keep in mind when drinking coffee. 1. Avoid 3-in-1 Coffee Mixes For many people, starting the day with a convenient 3-in-1 coffee packet has become a habit. But behind that convenience lies a number of hidden health risks. A 3-in-1 coffee mix is essentially a blend of sugar, non-dairy creamer, and instant coffee. If you take a close look at the ingredient list, you’ll often see white sugar or glucose listed first—meaning the main thing you’re drinking is sugar. A typical 15-gram packet can contain 7–8 grams of sugar. If you drink it daily for a month, you’ll consume more than 200 grams of extra sugar just from coffee! Equally concerning is the non-dairy creamer, w...