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Is all organic Coffee Mold-Free?

Your morning cup of coffee may give you the energy boost you need, but it also contains mycotoxins. These mycotoxins can pose long-term risks to your health if they are consumed regularly. This is why mold-free coffee should be consumed.

Alex’s Organic Low-Acid Coffee is an example of a brand that has this certification.

What is mold?

Coffee, the world’s most popular hot beverage, may contain harmful mold or mycotoxins that can pose health risks. Mycotoxins are known to cause fatigue and fog. By sourcing and processing coffee beans properly, you can eliminate these mycotoxins.

Mold is a multicellular fungus best known for its role in decomposition. When exposed to moisture, mold spores may release mycotoxins which are toxic when consumed; two such mycotoxins include ochratoxin A and aflatoxin B1 produced by Aspergillus mold and which have been linked with cancer, liver damage and DNA damage in humans.

Exposure to mold spores may produce allergic reactions in vulnerable individuals, including watery eyes, runny nose, itching, coughing, wheezing and difficulty breathing. Overexposure can cause more severe asthmatic and sinusitis conditions, as well as inflammation from conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, or other autoimmune disorders.

Coffee from non-organic or conventionally processed beans poses the highest risk of mycotoxins, with these beans typically exposed to chemical fertilizers and pesticides that damage both the environment and farmers who cultivate them. Decaffeination can also release mycotoxins. This is because the beans are submerged in chemical solvents before they are decaffeinated.

Reliable sourcing, processing and packaging can help reduce mycotoxins. Our certified mold-free organic coffee is grown according to strict practices that ensure safety from the farm to the shelf. It has been independently tested to prove it is free from mycotoxins or mold. Click here to find out more about how we test our coffee for mycotoxins.

How do I know if my coffee is mold free?

Mold is found in many foods, including grains, spices and nuts. Certain kinds of mold produce mycotoxins – toxic compounds which pose health risks to humans by depleting dopamine levels or damaging livers – which should be avoided at all costs. To ensure that your coffee is free of mold, purchase it from companies that conduct independent tests. For example, Alex’s Low Acid Organic Coffee has been independently certified as mold-free.

Even with strict storage and growing practices, harmful spores of mold still find their ways into most coffee sold in shops. This is because non-organic beans have been exposed to pesticides, chemical fertilizers and other toxins that may be harmful to humans and the environment.

Organic coffee beans on the other hand are grown using natural pesticides and fertilisers that are safer to eat than their synthetic counterparts. It’s unfortunate that organic beans are still susceptible to mold growth in humid conditions when improper growing methods are used. They need to be checked at harvest for mold before they are sold. It’s important that buyers choose a company that uses robust growing methods and conducts thorough quality inspections after harvest.

If you want to know if your coffee has mold, inspect its smell, taste, and texture. If the coffee tastes sour or bitter or has any dampness to its grounds this could be an indication that mold has taken root within its beans; or if your old beans have been sitting around too long they could start tasting off or losing flavor altogether.

To avoid the harmful consequences of moldy coffee, choose brands with high customer satisfaction and third-party testing. Mold free coffee is best from small independent roasted that use only the highest quality beans. BUBS Coffee pays tribute to Glen “BUB Doherty” who was killed fighting in Benghazi, 2012 Its organically-grown beans, Direct Trade Certification, gentle roasting methods, and nitrogen sealing seal are the perfect package!

How do I remove the mold from my coffee beans?

Any device designed to dispensing beverages, like water coolers and coffee makers, are susceptible to mold growth as their interior environments often include warm, moist air mixed with organic material that allows mold spores to thrive and form. Keurig and K-Cup coffee makers must be cleaned regularly and properly to prevent the growth or mold. Luckily, cleaning one is relatively straightforward. Before reassembling, first remove and clean all detachable parts of your coffeemaker, including detachable pieces such as filters. Fill half of your reservoir with white vinegar. Half with hot water. Let it sit for about 30 mins. Then, run a clean cycle with water.

Molds and mycotoxins (natural fungi that produce compounds that are unpleasant) can have serious implications for health and taste. Exposure can lead to jitteriness, overstimulation and other medical concerns. Fortunately, organic consumption of coffee combined with proper storage techniques can reduce mycotoxin contamination significantly.

Organic coffee beans are not only healthier for you, but they’re also better for the environment. USDA Organic Coffee is grown without pesticides and herbicides. Instead of using these chemicals, farmers use natural fertilizers to eliminate weeds.

One-way valve bags are an effective way to reduce mycotoxins by buying coffee in smaller quantities and storing it correctly. They allow carbon dioxide to escape, while blocking oxygen to maintain freshness.

Store your coffee beans in the refrigerator or dark, cool place to keep them as fresh as possible.

How do I store coffee?

To preserve the quality and flavor of the beans, coffee should be stored in an area that is dark and cool. The temperature should remain between 50-70 degrees Fahrenheit. To prevent mold and bacteria growth, a tightly sealed container is recommended.

Mold and mycotoxins are a threat to a wide range of food items such as grains and nuts, spices and fruits and vegetables. Mold infestation is especially prevalent in warm, moist climates; therefore it’s vitally important that food be stored correctly as well as selecting organically grown produce or purchasing certified mold-free coffee.

Mycotoxins produced by molds can be harmful to human health when consumed. Mycotoxins can cause nerve and liver damage, gastrointestinal distress, and even death if consumed.

Ochratoxin A or OTA, the two common mycotoxins in coffee, may be absorbed via skin contact or through the intestinal tract. They can cause symptoms such as nausea, diarrhea, and stomach ache, as well as increase your cancer risk and affect your immunity.

Organically grown beans may provide some relief for mold and mycotoxin concerns, but they are not a comprehensive solution. Organic beans are grown without the use of pesticides or synthetic fertilizers, but they can still be susceptible to mold due to the climate conditions.

If you want to be sure your coffee will be safe, find a brand which tests its product for mycotoxins and moulds. This way, you can have peace of mind and know that what’s in it is pure. Alex’s Low-Acid Organic Coffee offers both organic and mold and mycotoxin free assurance, grown by indigenous Mayan farmers using sustainable farming practices for over two decades and independently tested by an outside lab for mycotoxins and molds.