Coffee is one of the most commonly consumed beverages in the world. The roasted beans are ground and used to create an infusion, the chemical makeup of which depends on a wide range of factors, from the plant species (Coffea arabica or C canephora [robusta]), degree of roasting, and grind setting to whether it's filtered or unfiltered, decaffeinated or regular, boiled, steeped, or brewed under pressure.
Although mostly known for its caffeine content, coffee is a complex mix of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, vitamins, minerals, and a wide range of phytochemicals. "Coffee is known to be a complex mixture of more than 1,000 bioactive compounds that may have beneficial antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antifibrotic, and anticancer properties.
All-Cause Mortality
Consumption of both caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee was associated with lower all-cause mortality. The largest benefit to all-cause mortality was seen at "three cups a day. (Author reported: Umbrella analysis)
CVD
Overall, people who reported drinking three cups of coffee a day (of any size) had a 19% lower risk of dying from CVD, a 16% lower risk of death from coronary heart disease, and a 30% lower risk of death from stroke than nondrinkers. Benefits were less pronounced for people who reported drinking more than three cups per day, but no harm was seen.
Cancer
Drinking coffee, especially caffeinated coffee, was found to be associated with lower cancer risk.
Drinking caffeinated coffee was associated with lower incidence of prostate cancer, endometrial cancer, melanoma, oral cancer, leukemia, nonmelanoma skin cancer, and liver cancer. Coffee may increase lung cancer risk in smokers but could reduce risk slightly in people who never have smoked.
Metabolic Disease
Coffee drinkers, whether they choose decaf or regular, appear to have a decreased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. As cups per day increased from one cup to six cups, risk of diabetes declined. Higher intake was associated with a 9% lower risk of metabolic syndrome compared with lower intake. Risk of gout also decreases as coffee consumption increases.
Take Home Massage
"If you are a coffee drinker, you can continue enjoy it,but try to keep it as healthful as possible"
Drink coffee is good, but watch your coffee. Those typically have added fat and a lot of added sugar in the form of flavored syrups, not to mention the extra calories. For a change from a plain cup of coffee, a low-fat cappuccino or latte is a great way to go. They provide that coffee flavor, a caffeine boost, and some protein and calcium in the milk. Dusting with cinnamon or cocoa powder gives flavor without the fat, sugar, and calories. Also watch what you eat with your coffee, since cakes and cookies are popular but unhealthful choices. Drink your coffee with healthy snack.