Oncologist Cites 6 Black Coffee Benefits, Says 3-4 Cups May Support Longevity
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Updated · Hindustan Times · Aug 15
Oncologist Cites 6 Black Coffee Benefits, Says 3-4 Cups May Support Longevity
2 articles · Updated · Hindustan Times · Aug 15
Summary
Dr Vartika Vishwani said daily black coffee may offer six health benefits, citing research linking moderate intake to better longevity, liver health, metabolic health, lower cancer risk and brain protection.
171,000 adults were included in one study she referenced, which associated 1.5 to 3.5 cups a day with about a 30% lower risk of death, though the evidence is observational rather than proof of causation.
More than 200 meta-analyses cited in her post linked roughly three to four cups daily to lower risks of heart disease, liver disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes; each extra cup was associated with a 6-7% lower diabetes risk.
Up to 400 mg of caffeine a day is generally considered acceptable for healthy adults, but Vishwani said people with uncontrolled anxiety, certain heart rhythm disorders or other conditions should consult a doctor before increasing intake.
The oncologist stressed coffee is not a substitute for sleep, exercise or a healthy diet, and the report noted her claims came from a social media post not independently verified by the publisher.