Coffee's Health Benefits, and Nutritional Information Based on Current Research and Study
Coffee: Health Benefits,
Nutritional Information
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A cup of coffee in the morning
may pack more than just an energy boost.
More and more research is emerging to suggest that there may be
several health benefits associated with drinking
this dark black beverage, from helping prevent diabetes
to lowering the risk of liver disease.
several health benefits associated with drinking
this dark black beverage, from helping prevent diabetes
to lowering the risk of liver disease.
The consumption of coffee goes back centuries.
In 17th century England the popularity of the drink
gave rise to a number of coffee houses which were dubbed
'penny universities', because with one penny a person
could buy a cup of coffee and have intellectually stimulating
conversations with other people.1
gave rise to a number of coffee houses which were dubbed
'penny universities', because with one penny a person
could buy a cup of coffee and have intellectually stimulating
conversations with other people.1
Nowadays, with over 400 billion cups consumed every year,
coffee is one of the world's most popular drinks.
But what makes it special?
coffee is one of the world's most popular drinks.
But what makes it special?
Possible health benefits of coffee
The potential health benefits associated with drinking coffee
include:
protecting against type 2 diabetes, Parkinson's disease,
liver disease, liver cancer, and promoting a healthy heart.3
include:
protecting against type 2 diabetes, Parkinson's disease,
liver disease, liver cancer, and promoting a healthy heart.3
1) Coffee and diabetes
coffee increases plasma levels of the protein
sex hormone-binding globulin (SHBG).
SHBG controls the biological activity of the body's
sex hormones (testosterone and estrogen)
which play a role in the development of
type 2 diabetes.4
Dr. Simin Liu, one of the authors of the study, said that an "inverse association" exists between coffee consumption and risk for type 2 diabetes.
Increased coffee consumption may reduce risk of type 2 diabetes -
the Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) researchers gathered data
from three studies. In these studies, the diets of the participants
were evaluated using questionnaires every 4 years, with participants
who reported having type 2 diabetes filling out additional questionnaires.
In total, 7,269 study participants had type 2 diabetes.
the Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) researchers gathered data
from three studies. In these studies, the diets of the participants
were evaluated using questionnaires every 4 years, with participants
who reported having type 2 diabetes filling out additional questionnaires.
In total, 7,269 study participants had type 2 diabetes.
The researchers found that the participants who increased their coffee intake
by more than one cup a day (on average, an increase of 1.69 cups per day)
over a 4-year period had an 11% lower type 2 diabetes risk
over the subsequent 4 years, compared with people who did not change
their intake.
by more than one cup a day (on average, an increase of 1.69 cups per day)
over a 4-year period had an 11% lower type 2 diabetes risk
over the subsequent 4 years, compared with people who did not change
their intake.
2) Coffee and Parkinson's disease
Researchers in the U.S. carried out a study that assessed the link between
coffee consumption and Parkinson's disease risk. The authors of the study
concluded that "higher coffee and caffeine intake is associated with a
significantly lower incidence of Parkinson's disease".5
coffee consumption and Parkinson's disease risk. The authors of the study
concluded that "higher coffee and caffeine intake is associated with a
significantly lower incidence of Parkinson's disease".5
In addition, caffeine in
coffee may help control movement in people suffering from Parkinson's,
according to a study conducted at the Research Institute of the
McGill University Health Centre (RI MUHC) that was published in the journal
Neurology.6
coffee may help control movement in people suffering from Parkinson's,
according to a study conducted at the Research Institute of the
McGill University Health Centre (RI MUHC) that was published in the journal
Neurology.6
3) Coffee and liver cancer
Italian researchers found that
coffee consumption lowers the risk of liver cancer by about 40%.
In addition, some of the results suggest that if you drink three cups a day,
the risks are reduced by more than 50%.7
coffee consumption lowers the risk of liver cancer by about 40%.
In addition, some of the results suggest that if you drink three cups a day,
the risks are reduced by more than 50%.7
The lead author of the study, Dr. Carlo La Vecchia, from Milan's
Istituto di Ricerche Farmacologiche Mario Negri, said "our research
confirms past claims that coffee is good for your health and particularly
the liver."
Istituto di Ricerche Farmacologiche Mario Negri, said "our research
confirms past claims that coffee is good for your health and particularly
the liver."
4) Coffee and liver disease
Regular consumption of coffee is linked to
a reduced risk of primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC),
a rare autoimmune disease of the bile ducts in the liver.8
a reduced risk of primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC),
a rare autoimmune disease of the bile ducts in the liver.8
In addition, coffee consumption can lower the incidence of cirrhosis
of the liver for alcohol drinkers by 22%, according to a study at the
Kaiser Permanente Medical Care Program, California, USA.
of the liver for alcohol drinkers by 22%, according to a study at the
Kaiser Permanente Medical Care Program, California, USA.
The authors of the study concluded that the results
"support the hypothesis that there is an ingredient in coffee that protects
against cirrhosis, especially alcoholic cirrhosis."9
"support the hypothesis that there is an ingredient in coffee that protects
against cirrhosis, especially alcoholic cirrhosis."9
Research published in the journal Hepatology in April 2014,
suggested that
drinking coffee is linked to a decreased liver cirrhosis death risk.
The researchers suggested that drinking two or more cups of coffee every day can reduce
the risk of death from liver cirrhosis by 66%.16
suggested that
drinking coffee is linked to a decreased liver cirrhosis death risk.
The researchers suggested that drinking two or more cups of coffee every day can reduce
the risk of death from liver cirrhosis by 66%.16
A study published in the journal Hepatology indicates that
drinking decaf coffee also lowers liver enzyme levels,
suggesting the benefits are not linked to caffeine content.
drinking decaf coffee also lowers liver enzyme levels,
suggesting the benefits are not linked to caffeine content.
5) Coffee and heart health
Researchers at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC)
and Harvard School of Public Health, concluded that
drinking coffee in moderation protects against heart failure.
They defined 'in moderation' as 2 European cups (equivalent to two 8-ounce American servings) per day.10
and Harvard School of Public Health, concluded that
drinking coffee in moderation protects against heart failure.
They defined 'in moderation' as 2 European cups (equivalent to two 8-ounce American servings) per day.10
People who drank four European cups on a daily basis had an 11% lower risk of heart failure, compared to those who did not.
The authors stressed that their results "did show a possible benefit, but like with so many other things we consume, it really depends on how much coffee you drink."
Recent developments on the benefits of coffee from MNT news
Incredible volumes of black gold are poured into our collective bodies
on a daily basis, which makes the medical effects of coffee drinking
a perpetual area of study. Now, new research points to some interesting
positive health benefits of moderate consumption.
on a daily basis, which makes the medical effects of coffee drinking
a perpetual area of study. Now, new research points to some interesting
positive health benefits of moderate consumption.
A new study adds to growing evidence that coffee is good for us,
finding that consuming four to five cups daily may reduce the risk of
early death - even for those who drink decaf.
finding that consuming four to five cups daily may reduce the risk of
early death - even for those who drink decaf.
Drinking coffee every day is linked to a reduced risk of liver cirrhosis,
according to a new review of published evidence that also suggests
drinking two extra cups a day may nearly halve the risk of dying from
the disease.
according to a new review of published evidence that also suggests
drinking two extra cups a day may nearly halve the risk of dying from
the disease.
Research published in the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and
Psychiatry indicates that caffeine's neuroprotective and
anti-inflammatory properties may lower the risk of developing
multiple sclerosis.
Psychiatry indicates that caffeine's neuroprotective and
anti-inflammatory properties may lower the risk of developing
multiple sclerosis.
Researchers from the US and Israel found that drinking coffee every day - even decaffeinated coffee - may lower the risk of colorectal cancer.
Nutritional breakdown of coffee
Calorie count
Regular black coffee (without milk or cream) has a very low calorie count.
A typical cup of black coffee only contains around 2 calories.
A typical cup of black coffee only contains around 2 calories.
However, if you add sugar and milk, the calorie count can shoot up.
Antioxidants
Coffee is the number one source of antioxidants in the U.S.,
according to researchers at the University of Scranton.
according to researchers at the University of Scranton.
Joe Vinson, Ph.D., lead author of the study, said that "Americans get more
of their antioxidants from coffee than any other dietary source.
Nothing else comes close."2
of their antioxidants from coffee than any other dietary source.
Nothing else comes close."2
The authors of the study emphasize moderation, stating that only one
or two cups a day appear to be beneficial.
or two cups a day appear to be beneficial.
Caffeinated and decaffeinated versions provided nearly the same levels
of antioxidants.
of antioxidants.
Recent developments on coffee from MNT news
Those are the recent information and health benefit of drinking coffee,
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Previous studies have linked regular caffeine intake to extra heartbeats -
a common occurrence that can nevertheless lead to heart problems,
stroke and death in rare cases. Now, in the first study to date that looks at long-term
caffeine consumption, researchers conclude that regular caffeine consumption
is not linked to extra heartbeats.
a common occurrence that can nevertheless lead to heart problems,
stroke and death in rare cases. Now, in the first study to date that looks at long-term
caffeine consumption, researchers conclude that regular caffeine consumption
is not linked to extra heartbeats.
Those are the recent information and health benefit of drinking coffee,
Incidentally you may want to try my UCC Roast Drip-Grind Arabica
coffee imported from Columbia and other coffee products which are available on my online store: shopee.ph/ronfrias This is also available through Cash on Delivery
arrangement You can order up to one kilo with the same shipping charge
for Metro Manila and Provincial areas collected cash on delivery.
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