Health effects of coffee

Health effects of coffee

Coffee can affect our health in many ways. It can be good for us and not so good for us. Most people can safely drink up to three or four cups of coffee each day. At these levels, coffee often helps our health more than it hurts it.

In 2017, a big review looked at many studies. It found that drinking coffee regularly is usually safe. But there are some exceptions. For example, women might have a slightly higher chance of breaking bones if they drink a lot of coffee. Pregnant women should be careful, as drinking too much coffee might increase the chance of losing the baby or having a smaller baby.

It’s important to remember that not all studies are perfect. Results can change depending on things like age, gender, and how much coffee someone drinks.

Health effects

A study from 2014 found that drinking coffee — about four cups a day — was linked to a lower chance of passing away from any cause. More studies agreed that drinking two to four cups of coffee each day was linked to a lower chance of dying from any disease.

Coffee does not cause stomach problems, but it might make some people feel the need to go to the bathroom soon after drinking it. Drinking coffee in moderation does not seem to increase the risk of heart disease. In fact, some studies show that drinking three to five cups of coffee a day might lower the chance of certain heart problems, especially for people who have already had serious heart issues. However, drinking more than five cups a day might increase the chance of heart problems.

Drinking coffee has also been linked to a lower chance of developing Parkinson's disease and type 2 diabetes. Some studies suggest coffee might help protect the liver and lower the risk of certain cancers, like cancer of the uterus and liver. Overall, drinking coffee seems to have many health benefits when enjoyed in moderation.

Mental health

The National Health Service says that drinking less coffee might help calm worries.

For people who already feel very worried, caffeine in coffee can make anxiety feel worse, especially if they drink a lot. Stopping caffeine can help some people feel less anxious.

Early studies suggest that drinking coffee may be linked to a lower chance of feeling very sad. Research on whether coffee helps prevent memory loss in older adults is still unclear.