They know coffee isn’t essential, yet they have little desire to give it up.
But is this guilt really necessary?
But is this true?
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Let’s take a look at what the science suggests.
The Link Between Coffee and Inflammation
Fellow coffee drinkers, I have great news!
In fact, it’s quite the opposite.
According to a 2021 study inNutrients, coffee may have anti-inflammatory effects on the body.
The brew is a particularly good source of compounds called polyphenols, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
The authors say that because of this conflicting evidence, more research is needed.
Perhaps other factors, such as smoking and BMI, may affect these results.
What About Sugar, Cream and Decaf?
Many people enjoy their coffee withsugar or artificial sweeteners, which are both associated with inflammation.
How Much Caffeine Is Safe?
This raises the question of whether too much caffeine from coffee could at some point turn inflammatory.
This does not mean, however, that you should consume that much caffeinated coffee.
According to theFood and Drug Administration(FDA), 400 milligrams of caffeine per day is generally safe.
This is an amount found in 4 or 5 cups of coffee.
It’s important to note that this refers to 8-ounce cupsmany mugs and takeout cups are larger.
Excessive caffeineor even just a little more than your normcan lead to inflammation in other ways.
For example, one of the most common side effects of caffeine is disrupted sleep.
And a lack of good-quality sleep is associated with generating inflammation and increases in CRP and other inflammatory markers.
It’s also a good idea to go easy on what you add to your coffee.
