Coffee is an energy drink with added mental focus-enhancing powers, thanks to caffeine’s stimulatory properties. But caffeine isn’t the only compound present in your cup of joe that offers health benefits – coffee beans contain over 1000 chemicals thought to reduce resistance to insulin and calm inflammation; chlorogenic acids, caffeol, polyphenols, phytoestrogens are among those believed to aid in blood pressure reduction, prevent metabolic syndrome risks reduction as well as protect against Parkinson’s disease risk reduction.

Coffee not only contains caffeine, but it’s also packed full of other vitamins and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, niacin and folic acid – as well as being an abundant source of antioxidants that may help lower cholesterol and blood sugar levels.

Studies have linked coffee drinking with lower risks of cancer, Parkinson’s disease, Type 2 diabetes and liver disease. Some research even suggests it can lower cirrhosis risk caused by chronic alcoholism or diseases like hepatitis.

However, coffee may not be suitable for everyone. People with glaucoma and epilepsy should notably limit their caffeine consumption; those suffering from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) should limit how often they drink coffee as it promotes bile secretion and gallbladder contraction. It’s important to keep in mind that certain medications may interact negatively with caffeine consumption – always consult your physician prior to incorporating coffee into your diet plan.

While coffee may carry with it certain risks, its benefits outweigh them for healthy adults. One study demonstrated this by showing that for each cup consumed per day there was a 14% reduced mortality risk over 16 years; those who consumed the most coffee had the lowest risk of dying from heart disease, stroke, or cancer.

At the same time, it’s important to remember that these results are derived from observational studies rather than controlled clinical trials – in other words, data collected from people likely to have similar lifestyles and genetic makeup. Therefore, coffee should only be consumed moderately with extras such as milk or sugar added carefully into consideration.

For a healthful brew, try mixing coffee with stevia or honey instead of sugary milk – you’ll still reap all the benefits without additional calories from sugar-laden drinks; using non-dairy alternatives such as almond or coconut milk instead can even add healthful boosts such as Reishi mushroom! If coffee doesn’t sit well with you stomach then perhaps switching to green tea or another healthy beverage instead.