The caffeine in your morning coffee gives you more than just energy, it is a source of antioxidants. Moderate consumption of coffee over some time has been proven to reduce the risks of cardiovascular disease, Type 2 Diabetes, and Parkinson’s Disease. It still is not clear what happens mechanically to cause disease prevention when drinking coffee. Along with the disease prevention effects, coffee acts as an anti-inflammatory to decrease inflammation in the body. Using low-fat or fat-free milk in the coffee is a great way to increase daily Vitamin D and Calcium consumption. For people who stay away from dairy, soy beverage is a good substitute and contain high levels of calcium. 400 milligrams of caffeine is the maximum amount that should be consumed in a day for a healthy adult which equates to five 8-oz cups of coffee. The elderly and people with hypertension have a higher risk of negative side effects of the caffeine in coffee and think about limiting how much coffee they are drinking. Women who are breastfeeding or pregnant should also try to limit their caffeine intake and also speak with a healthcare provider about how much they are consuming. Coffee is a stimulant and should not be consumed by children.
For more information, please visit: https://www.eatright.org/health/wellness/preventing-illness/benefits-of-coffee
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