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Health Hazards of Coffee




Ask any nightbird and the chance is that he or she is likely to vouch for the stimulating effect of coffee. This excellent beverage helps you stay alert if you have to stay awake, working late in the night. But the case in point is that, the widely consumed beverage is also not without its health benefits. Coffee could lessen the risk of headache, diabetes, Parkinson’s disease, colon cancer and even type II diabetes.
Health Benefits of Coffee
Many studies have suggested that those who regularly drink coffee have less likely chance (by 80%) of developing Parkinson’s diseases. Other studies have also pointed that compared to those who do not drink coffee, drinking a minimum of two cups may reduce the risk of cancer (colon) by up to 25%, liver cirrhosis by 80% and gallstones by 50%.
It is suggested that the rich presence of antioxidants such as tocopherols, chlorogenic acid as well as magnesium may boost sensitivity to insulin and glucose metabolism. This could help in treating type II diabetes.
Some of the benefits of coffee are also suggested to be due to caffeine. “The evidence is very strong that regular coffee consumption reduces risk of Parkinson’s disease and for that, it’s directly related to caffeine,” says Tomas DePaulis from Vanderbilt University’s Institute for Coffee Studies. He further adds, “In fact, Parkinson’s drugs are now being developed that contain a derivative of caffeine based on this evidence.”
Further evidences have also pointed towards the beneficial effect of coffee in managing asthma, treating headaches, improving mood and treating cavities.
Coffee Health Risks
Studies have also revealed that drinking coffee may not be as beneficial as it is proclaimed. This is could be because of the presence of addictive stimulant, caffeine.

• Coffee and Heart Health: The US National Institutes of Health study has revealed that drinking decaffeinated coffee may raise the level of LDL (bad) cholesterol. This can lead to increased heart rate, high blood pressure, irregular heart rhythm (arrhythmia), etc.
• Coffee and Women Health: Though it is not yet conclusive, but some studies have also shown that coffee may increase the risk of breast cancer, premenstrual syndrome, osteoporosis, fibrocystic breast disease, etc.
• Coffee and Dyspepsia: Experts suggest that both caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee may induce secretion of acids that could lead to dyspepsia.
• Coffee and Constipation: Once colon become used to the stimulating action of coffee, this can make its normal peristalsis become sluggish, leading to constipation.

Lastly, it could be added that there is no direct answer to whether coffee is a health drink or not. Before taking it, though, you may want to do your own research and come to the conclusion.




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