Coffee drinkers may regard their morning cup of joe as an indulgence; knowing it shouldn’t be consumed, but finding great pleasure from its rich taste. But many don’t realize it could actually help extend their lifespan – multiple studies have linked moderate coffee consumption with reduced risk of heart disease, diabetes and cancer.

Note that much of the research into coffee and health is observational in nature; its findings show an association rather than cause-and-effect relationships. While such studies may not be as authoritative as others such as clinical trials that control for variables like diet, exercise and lifestyle factors; nonetheless, studies do indicate that drinking several cups per day of java may lower risks associated with several diseases like liver disease, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. According to the National Coffee Association.

Home coffee drinkers who brew their own coffee at home without adding cream, sugar or artificial sweeteners may reap more health benefits from each cup they drink compared to those who add these additives – as adding these substances can offset some of its anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. For optimal enjoyment without extra sugars and chemicals being added into their beverage it’s best to opt for black or dark roast coffees.

Coffee contains numerous essential vitamins and nutrients besides caffeine, most notably vitamin C, niacin and potassium. Furthermore, polyphenols offer antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits; such as chlorogenic acid or diterpenes which may stop free radicals from creating damage that leads to inflammation while others such as trigonelline may prevent gene expression that results in the formation of pro-inflammatory compounds.

Studies conducted since 2021 indicate that those who consume multiple cups of java daily, without adding too much sugar or cream, may reduce their chance of chronic inflammatory conditions like arthritis and atherosclerosis, according to Nutrients study 2021. Other research indicates coffee’s protective effect against atrial fibrillation and suicide risks as well; although such data relies on observational research rather than definitive conclusions.

People must remain mindful of their intake of caffeine, which can have detrimental effects on sleep and increase anxiety and stress. The FDA suggests not exceeding 400 milligrams daily – about four 8-ounce cups of brewed coffee – according to research done by their agency. A higher caffeine intake can cause difficulty sleeping, high blood pressure and anxiety for some individuals (especially children and pregnant women), especially children and pregnant women. Intake exceeding this threshold may also increase heart conditions like coronary artery disease or high blood pressure and should consult their physician prior to increasing coffee intake further – while also avoiding flavored varieties which contain added sugars or unhealthy fats that might present risks.