Regular coffee consumption can lower the risk of type 2 diabetes (T2D) by 10% for each cup consumed, but this benefit diminishes significantly when sugar or artificial sweeteners are added. Research involving over 150,000 participants examined how different coffee additives affect diabetes risk. The study tracked coffee habits and health outcomes over several years, revealing that while cream does not alter coffee's protective effects, the use of nondairy coffee whiteners may reduce its benefits.
• Drinking coffee without additives is linked to a 10% lower risk for T2D.
• Adding sugar decreases this protection, offering only a 5% risk reduction.
• Artificial sweeteners further weaken the benefits, with a 7% reduction in protective effects.
• The combination of sugar and sweeteners eliminates any protective effect against T2D.
These findings highlight the importance of consuming coffee without additives to maximize its health benefits. Understanding how common ingredients can negate these advantages is crucial for those looking to reduce their diabetes risk.
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