Antioxidants   Antioxidants are substances that counteract the harmful activity of molecules known as free radicals. Several laboratory analysis confirm their effectiveness. Free radicals are formed naturally in the body, frequently due to stress or to some environment toxins. They are

The AfDB: The coffee industry in West Africa: its impact on the economy and the environment The article by Patrick Chabert, President of the International Institute of Coffeeology in the AfDB blog:   Coffee is a universal drink with considerable

The ICO: How to promote the coffee consumption but above all improve the income of Ivorian farmers … Patrick Chabert wished for a collaboration between the Institute and ICO for the welfare of coffee producers. The president of the International

CANCER Several antioxidant and anti-inflammatory substances present in coffee play an important role in preventing a lot of cancers. DEPRESSION The findings of the Harvard Medical School team suggest that, women who drink two or more coffee cups a day

The Civet Coffee The civet coffee is the most valued in the world and its price is as high as its scarcity : no less than 50 € per cup in some restaurants!!! Its originality lies in the way its

AFRIKNOW: The coffee sector in Africa – Impacts on the economy and the environment The article by Patrick Chabert, President of the International Institute of Coffeeology in the MAGAZINE AFRIKNOW (10_2015). The coffee sector in Africa is living an important

ORGANIC GREEN COFFEE OIL Coffee contains a considerable amount of oil, (average quantity around 15 % even up to 23.9 % ). Due to its composition, rich in antioxidants, phytostérols and fatty acids [among others: Omega 6 (46%) and Omega 3

The culture and specific knowledge The IIC is very committed to identifying and regrouping the culture and specific knowledge of each country on the coffeeology. Their implications for the global economy are very important. In fact, each country has its