Drinking coffee can add years to your life and life to your years.

According to recent studies, moderate amounts of coffee drinking -- particularly two to four cups a day -- is associated with living a healthier and longer life.

So let's explore how coffee is good for your heart, brain, waistline, mental health, workouts, and overall longevity, and how it enhances disease prevention. 

 

 

HEART
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, so it's no surprise that people are always looking for ways to reduce their risk. Coffee drinking has been linked with a lower risk of heart disease, and may even help protect against heart failure. According to a Japanese study of more than 76,000 participants, men who hit the sweet spot of consuming two to four cups of coffee daily reduced their risk of dying from cardiovascular disease by as much as 38 percent.

BRAIN

Do you love the smell of fresh coffee in the morning? That's because your brain loves it too! Coffee helps you start your day more alert and focused. And it may also help protect your brain from cognitive decline and neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's. Researchers discovered participants who drank three to five cups of coffee per day had about a 65% decreased chance of developing Alzheimer’s disease or dementia later on in life.

WEIGHT

If you're looking to slim down, coffee may be just what you need. That's because coffee can help boost your metabolism. And the faster your metabolism is, the more calories you'll burn throughout the day. In fact, one study found that coffee drinking increased energy expenditure by 8-11%.

MENTAL HEALTH

Coffee drinking has been linked to a lower risk of depression and reduced anxiety. For example, one study found that people who drank four or more cups of coffee per day had a 20% lower risk of developing depression. Coffee can also improve mental health by increasing levels of serotonin and dopamine, which are neurotransmitters that play a role in regulating mood. In addition, coffee can help to improve focus and concentration, making it an essential tool for mental productivity.

WORKOUT

Did you know that coffee can also be a workout booster? Caffeine has been shown to increase adrenaline levels, improving your physical performance. One study found that coffee improved physical performance by 12-19%. So if you're looking for a workout boost, try using coffee in your protein shakes. It will help increase your alertness, and the protein will help your muscles recover. Together, they make a powerhouse team that can help you get the most out of your workout.

DISEASE PREVENTION

Coffee drinking has been linked with a lower risk of several types of cancer, including breast cancer, prostate cancer, and colorectal cancer. Dr. William Li, the author of "Eat to Beat Disease: The New Science of How Your Body Can Heal Itself,” has recently proposed that there are "6 Foods to Eat to Beat Cancer." Coffee is one of them, and he asserts that drinking coffee as a part of an overall healthy diet can act as a cancer growth suppressor! One Harvard study tracked the coffee consumption and occurrence of type-2 diabetes in more than 40,000 men. They discovered that long-term coffee drinkers had a significantly reduced risk of developing the disease, and the data indicated that the risk decreased the more they drank. Just remember to limit your sugar!

OVERALL LONGEVITY

Most of us start our day with a cup of coffee, and it turns out that this morning ritual may actually be good for our health. According to a recent study, moderate coffee drinking can help you live a longer life. The study found that people who drank two to four cups of coffee per day had a lower risk of early death than those who didn't drink any coffee.

So, if you're looking for an excuse to drink more coffee, you can now rest assured that moderate amounts of coffee are good for your health and can contribute to your living your best life.  

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Sources:

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