Upgrade your coffee
The coffee plant deserves a slow clap. It has fueled economies, cultures, technologies, science, and so much more. For a Bulletproof mind and body, set yourself up to get the best of what coffee has to offer.
Buy single estate coffee beans. You’ll know exactly where they are coming from.
Don’t buy “blends” of coffee. They are usually a mix of cheap beans from multiple sources.
Avoid decaf coffee (unless it’s with the Upgraded decaf process). Caffeine is the coffee plant’s (and bean’s) natural pesticide and antifungal agent. When a bean is decaffeinated, it is defenseless and open to mold growth in later stages of processing.
Arabica beans are generally less moldy than Robusta beans (for both cheap and expensive coffees).
Avoid natural processed beans. Although the phrase sounds nice, it means the beans are left outside and often collect debris and bird feces. Natural process is very common in Africa.
Be wary of the wet process, which isn’t much better than the natural process. Beans are fermented in water to remove skins and become susceptible to toxins.
Consider the environment in which your beans grow. Mold is less common at higher elevations, so the mountains of Central or South America are solid choices. Bulletproof beans are harvested from a single family-owned estate in Guatemala, 1250 feet above sea level.
Whether they’re monks, hippies, or locals, buy hand-picked coffee from experienced coffee harvesters who know how to pick only perfectly ripe beans for their peak effectiveness.
Steam can help break down mycotoxins, making americanos a better choice than black coffee if you get caught without Upgraded beans.
Decalcify your coffee making equipment with vinegar (a natural anti-fungal) every few months depending on how hard your water is.
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