Day: June 9, 2023💾

According to research from the American College of Cardiology, drinking two to three cups of coffee per day was associated with a 10 to 15% decrease in heart conditions, such as coronary heart disease and heart failure.

Dr. Anila Khaliq is a physician of more than 20 years. She is currently with Garnett Health Doctors in Middletown. She is also a coffee drinker and said there are other strong studies linking coffee to a decreased risk of Parkinson’s disease and increased lifespan.

“Coffee by itself has an agent in it, which is called chlorogenic acid, which is a very powerful antioxidant, and it helps to it prevents the damage of DNA by the free radicals,” Khaliq said.

But keep in mind, the health benefits can be dampened by what’s also in your coffee. Added sweeteners and other fats in coffee flavorings can negate the health benefits.

Another reason to drink your coffee black. I do that most days when I have cold coffee, but when the coffee is hot I do put in some fat-free milk.