The latest studies carriedb out on coffee have surprised many. In this latest research, it was concluded that coffee consumption reduces the risk of death from cardiovascular disease, among other conditions.
When we refer to coffee, it is likely that our mind directly associates three things: the color of coffee, the aroma and of course, the word caffeine. This last term has been the trigger for many people to abandon their consumption, due to the harmful effects it can have on the health every human being who consumes it (especially if it is in excess).
However, a last study found new benefits in those who consume up to four cups of coffee per day.
COFFEE AND THE POSITIVE IMPACT ON HEALTH
Research conducted by the National Institute of Health (NIH) of the United States, which in turn was published in the renowned New England Journal of Medicine, gives details of the inquiry. It has been observed that it lasted approximately 14 years and more than 400,000 people participated and determined that those who consumed coffee daily reduced their risk of death from cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, stroke, diabetes, infections and injuries.
The analysis also found that this grain has more protective properties, which cover most diseases, revealing that people who consumed about four cups of coffee a day reduced their risk of death by 14%. The only evil that was left out of the protection of coffee was the tumor.
COFFEE CUPS PER DAY
Against this, Olger Román, a graduate of the Peruvian College of Nutritionists, revealed to the Andina agency that coffee has been seen as harmful and good for a long time. Today, research shows more benefit than harm. Of course, he made it clear that 4 or 3 cups of coffee per day are not for everyone.
“Although coffee has been demonized a lot and has been subjected to a duality of whether it is a good or bad food, the evidence now shows that it is not the case,” said the nutrition specialist.
He added that, people's arguments for avoiding coffee consumption were because it is known to stimulate the nervous system, increase heart rate and can raise blood pressure. In addition, for a long time, its consumption was even linked to harmful habits such as drinking alcohol or smoking tobacco.
However , he warned that the recommendation to drink up to three cups of coffee a day is not for everyone, so it has been shown to be good for heart health.
NUTRIENTS AND BENEFITS OF COFFEE
Coffee doesn't just contain caffeine. Its properties go further and it has antioxidants, and phenolic compounds that combat oxidative stress or premature aging of the body.
In the case of oxidative stress, it is known to be present with greater intensity in people exposed to pollution, who are overweight, do not rest well, eat inadequately, are sedentary and have unhealthy lifestyle habits.
“The antioxidants in coffee act against free radicals that cause aging of the body. In addition to coffee, we find antioxidants in vegetables and fruits such as blueberries and raspberries, all of which are cardioprotectors,” added the specialist.
PAST COFFEE OR INSTANT COFFEE?
According to the specialist, the benefits of coffee are found in both types of presentation; however, he highlighted the past coffee, because it has a greater concentration of benefits compared to the instant one.
He also added that it is better to consume it with very low doses of sugar, caramel, sweet creams and other companions, because such inputs increase cardiovascular risk, due to the high amount of fructose (sugar) they contain.
“Let's not forget that these are all ultra-processed foods, with high amounts of fructose, that are not beneficial for your body and that if consumed regularly they can even increase cardiovascular risk in people who don't exercise, don't sleep well or have a high percentage of fat or cholesterol,” said the specialist.
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