Research reveals that on-demand coffee machines may raise bad cholesterol levels more than traditional brewing methods. This study highlights the impact of coffee preparation on health, particularly the presence of compounds called diterpenes. These compounds, found in higher concentrations in coffee from workplace machines, can negatively affect cholesterol levels.
• Coffee brewed in workplace machines contains more diterpenes than paper-filtered coffee.
• Switching from three cups of machine coffee to paper-filtered coffee could lower LDL cholesterol by 13% over five years.
• Espresso and boiled coffee have the highest diterpene levels, posing greater risks.
• The study did not assess the direct impact on heart disease risk.
Understanding how different coffee brewing methods influence cholesterol is crucial. While coffee has health benefits, excessive intake of certain compounds can lead to higher LDL cholesterol. Filtering coffee can help mitigate these risks, promoting better heart health.
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