Obery Nicolas, ‘The Coffee Art Project’ 2. Image courtesy of the artist

ART ILLUSTRATION: The Coffee Art Project by Obery Nicolas uses the image of a fractured skull and coffee beans to reveal the terrifying effect of coffee and caffeine addiction

BY KAZAD

Coffee Art Project with Coffee Beans

Obery Nicolas, ‘The Coffee Art Project.’ Image courtesy of the artist

PARIS,  FRANCE –Obery Nicolas’s The Coffee Art Project takes us into a world that many people are reluctant to talk about. Apparently, the objective is to draw our attention to the dangers inherent in the over consummation of coffee and caffeine addiction. One of the illustrations shows roosted coffee beans pouring from the mouth of a fractured skull. The substance of the illustrations feeds into the current debate about caffeine addiction and the perchance for coffee lovers to drink too much coffee.

Is Coffee Bad for Your Health?

Is Coffee Bad for Your Health?  The answer based on scientific studies is Yes. Here are some reasons.

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

Some studies have shown that a lot of coffee may increase the risk of Gastroesophageal reflux disease. Consequently, coffee lovers are advised to drink coffee in moderation.

Endometriosis

There is a high possibility that women who drink coffee could suffer endometriosis. This painful disorder often needs surgery to correct. Scientists continue to work on establishing firm evidence to make a connection between women drinking coffee and endometriosis.

Anxiety

Excessive consumption of caffeine can lead to an increase in anxiety especially in people underlining health issues like panic disorder, a social anxiety disorder. Scientific research has also shown that it could lead to psychosis in people who are susceptible.

Toxic Ingredients in Some Coffee

Although it often not discussed, some commercial coffee could contain substances that could be injurious to the health of coffee drinkers.  Research in 2015 found that some commercial coffee contained a relatively high level of mycotoxins. Mycotoxins are toxic substances that can contaminate coffee as a natural product. Acrymalide, another chemical present in coffee has also been the focus of conversation because of the fear that it could be injurious to human health.

Mental Health

Overconsumption of coffee can have a drastic effect on mental health. It is even worse for adolescents. A 2016 study shows that a high intake of caffeine can permanently change the brain. The scientists that carried out the study indicated that too much caffeine during adolescence could increase the risk of anxiety-related conditions in adulthood.

Bone fractures

Is there a connection between women drinking and bone fractures? The answer is yes according to a research that investigated this connection.

Coffee and Pregnancy

It is not unusual for obstetricians to warn women about the dangers of drinking too much coffee during pregnancy. Researchers have shown that coffee consumption may not be safe during pregnancy. There is adequate evidence linking high coffee consumptions and pregnancy loss, a low birth weight, and preterm birth.

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Although there is no specific reference to the types of coffee, the images are clearly indicative of the persistent issue of coffee drinking and caffeine addiction. The art illustrations seem to draw attention to coffee effects and question coffee health. Can drinking too much coffee kill you? While this is a question that continues to generate so much debate, it is important to note that a close examination of coffee history shows that coffee benefits to humans are immeasurable. For coffee lovers, there is so much benefit to derive from drinking coffee.  From helping with hypertension to stimulating our brain, coffee has great benefits.  You can see more of Obery Nicolas’s portfolio on Behance.

Coffee Art Project: Fractured Skull

Obery Nicolas, ‘The Coffee Art Project’ 3. Image courtesy of the artist

Coffee Art Project touches on the negative impact of excessive coffee consumption on our health. What do think?  Join the art conversation: Share your thoughts and comments. Add to the story.