Coffee really is one hell of a drug! Bed-headed coffee lovers everywhere stumble down to the kitchen in the morning, bleary-eyed and grumpy, and frantically make themselves a mug of delicious brew. A few sips later, and they’re alive again, smile on the face, eyes wide open and a spring in their step. Most people can’t get through their day without at least one cup of the stuff, and for good reason. But besides being a natural and delicious pick-me-up, did you know that there are a slew of other amazing and surprising health benefits? Here’s 14 of them!

1. Boost Your Physical Performance

Having a cup of black coffee about an hour before you workout increases adrenaline levels in your blood meaning you can go faster and harder.