A recent study reveals how coffee consumption impacts mortality risk, highlighting the role of sweeteners and saturated fats. The research analyzed data from 46,000 adults over nearly two decades. It found that drinking 1-2 cups of caffeinated coffee daily is linked to a lower risk of death from all causes, including cardiovascular disease. However, the health benefits diminish with high amounts of sugar and saturated fat added to coffee.
• Drinking 1-2 cups of black coffee or coffee with low sugar and fat is associated with a 14% lower risk of all-cause mortality.
• The risk reduction increases to 16% with at least one cup daily and 17% with 2-3 cups.
• Adding sugar and saturated fat negates these health benefits.
• No significant link was found between coffee and cancer mortality.
Understanding how additives affect coffee's health benefits is crucial, especially since coffee is widely consumed. This study supports dietary guidelines to limit sugar and fat intake, emphasizing the importance of how we prepare our coffee for optimal health.
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