Coffee Health Risks
Coffee Health Risks: For the moderate drinker, coffee is safe says Harvard Women’s Health Watch
( Boston , MA ) Despite 20 years of reassuring research, many people still avoid caffeinated coffee because they worry about its health effects. However, current research reveals that in moderation—a few cups a day—coffee is a safe beverage that may even offer some health benefits. The September issue of Harvard Women's Health Watch weighs the pros and cons of this popular beverage and eases the concerns of moderate coffee drinkers.
The latest research has not only confirmed that moderate coffee consumption doesn't cause harm, it's also uncovered possible benefits. Studies show that the risk for type 2 diabetes is lower among regular coffee drinkers than among those who don't drink it. Also, coffee may reduce the risk of developing gallstones, discourage the development of colon cancer, improve cognitive function, reduce the risk of liver damage in people at high risk for liver disease, and reduce the risk of Parkinson's disease. Coffee has also been shown to improve endurance performance in long-duration physical activities.
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posted by Robert @ 6/26/2008
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If you are concerned about the negative affects of caffiene in coffee you certainly don't have to give up drinking it. There are some great decaffienated options. Check out http://www.acsjava.com for a variety of decaf k-cups, coffee pods and ground coffee. American Coffee Services has been in the coffee and tea business for 60 years.
I was just reading an article before I found this one called "Drinking Coffee is a Health Lifestyle Choice," that made some excellent points on the benefits of coffee drinking. I suggest reading it.
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