Moderate coffee consumption associated with improved health Bashny.Net

Scientists have linked a daily moderate consumption of coffee with a decrease in the risk of Type II diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and diseases of the nervous system. Doctors at the Harvard School of Public Health Professional believe , that regular consumption of this popular beverage may be included in the list of products suitable for a healthy diet.

The researchers found a relationship between reducing the risks to health and the consumption of moderate amounts of coffee a day - no more than 5 cups. In addition, it turned out that people regularly drink coffee are less likely to commit suicide. Interestingly, the positive effect is even the use of decaffeinated coffee. Apparently are the benefits of some other chemical found in grains.

The study is based on the processing of profiles of more than two hundred thousand people in the US. Each of them took part in the study every four years, and the total follow-up was 30 years.

It was found that the majority of people who regularly consume coffee, were also likely to smoke and drink alcohol. However, those who did not smoke, health indicators were significantly better than those of smokers.

"Regular consumption of coffee can be included in the diet of healthy foods - said study leader Frank Hu, professor of nutrition and epidemiology at Harvard. - However, some groups of people, particularly pregnant women and children should be careful not to consume too much caffeine in coffee and other beverages. "

Source: geektimes.ru/post/265980/