Kona Mocha Coffee

Have you ever tried this coffee? And by this I mean Hawaiian Isles Kona Mocha coffee. Because you should.

It is seriously SO DELICIOUS. Kona coffee is known for being delicious. It is grown on the Hualalai and Maunua Loa volcanoes in the Kona region of the Big Island of Hawaii. It is one of the most sought after coffees in the world. This is the best Kona coffee I've ever tried. And if you put in twice the amount you typically would when brewing, it gives you super human speed. Once, after having a cup of a supercharged pot, I put in 2 loads of laundry, ran to the corner store for detergent, and had my dinner on the stove cooking in 10 minutes flat. And it tastes smooth and chocalatey to boot. I would love to try making a mocha frappe outta this stuff.

So where do you get it? It is Hawaiian after all. Well, I can't imagine an easier excuse to take a tropical vaycay. I happen to be lucky enough to have a roomy who is from Hawaii (she's the one who got me hooked in the first place) who keeps a constant supply on hand. But if you aren't planning a visit anytime soon, and don't know anyone who lives there, check out this site to order yourself up some of this good stuff.

Caffeine can help Asthma

I've known for a while that drinking caffeine can give you a boost during your workout. Not only does it give you energy, but it numbs the pain your muscles feel when working hard so that you can push yourself longer and harder than without your cuppa joe beforehand.

The June issue of Women's Health magazine reports that this same daily stimulant may have a double bonus for asthma sufferers who work out. Drinking a cup of coffee before working out can reduce the inflammation of the lungs while working out and help to abate symptoms. Who knew that a little caffeine could have so many hidden health perks?