EP 05: Coffee Consumption: Benefits, Risks and Negative Effects

When people think of coffee, they usually think of its ability to provide an energy boost. However, according to some research, it can also offer some other important health benefits, risks and negative effects too. Welcome to Let’s Talk Health Podcast with your host Ramiro Briseno! It’s time to get back to the roots of health and learn together as we explore more and more the world of health. Learn how to be proactive in your health and prevent future diseases. IS COFFEE GOOD OR BAD FOR YOU? WHAT DOES THE RESEARCH SAY? When people think of coffee, they usually think of its ability to provide an energy boost. However, according to some research, it can also offer some other important health benefits (such as a lower risk of liver cancer, type 2 diabetes, and heart failure), risks and negative effects too. Researchers have looked at the benefits of drinking coffee for conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, inflammatory bowel disease, and liver disease. There is evidence to support some, but not all, of these claims. Coffee contains a number of useful nutrients, including riboflavin (vitamin B-2), niacin (vitamin B-3), magnesium, potassium, and various phenolic compounds, or antioxidants. Some experts suggest that these and other ingredients in coffee can benefit the human body in various ways. IS CAFFEINE BAD FOR YOU? According to many studies, moderate intake can promote a variety of health benefits, including a lower risk of certain cancers, brain conditions, and liver problems. However, caffeine consumption carries several risks. Drinking too much can also lead to adverse effects. Sources: Medical News Today EPISODE TIMESTAMPS 0:18 How much coffee is too much? 0:30 What is the average consumption of coffee? 0:46 The health benefits of coffee 1:12 Another interesting fact about coffee 1:38 Positive effects of caffeine consumption  2:56 What main ingredient in coffee gives you energy? 5:01 What happens if you constantly drink coffee? 6:00 Is there a solution that allows us to get the benefits of coffee without the side effects? 9:12 The best coffee alternative you must try See you again next Friday at 10:00 am (Pacific Time). Make sure to subscribe to the podcast and give us a Follow and Review on Spotify. Enjoy, --- Ramiro WHERE YOU CAN FIND RAMIRO Instagram: @ramiro_briseno Facebook Group: 6122 Challenge - Overcome Pornography Website: www.ramirobriseno.com Do you have anything you want us to cover in our next episode? Send us a message at [email protected]