Like so many foods and nutrients, too much coffee can cause problems, especially in the digestive tract. But studies have shown that drinking up to four 8-ounce cups of coffee per day is safe. Sticking to those boundaries shouldn't be hard for coffee drinkers in the U.S., since most drink just a cup of java per day.5 May 2017
Why you should drink coffee?
Drinking Coffee Has Several Health Benefits Packed with antioxidants and vitamins such as riboflavin, magnesium, and potassium, coffee can help to lessen depression, promote a healthy heart, and reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, liver disease, and liver cancer.28 May 2019
Is drinking 1 cup of coffee a day bad?
According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, it's safe for most women to drink three to five cups of coffee a day with a maximum intake of 400 milligrams of caffeine. You can still get some of the potential health benefits by drinking one cup of coffee a day, or even decaf.
What are the positive effects of coffee?
- You could live longer.
- Your body may process glucose (or sugar) better.
- You're less likely to develop heart failure.
- You are less likely to develop Parkinson's disease.
- Your liver will thank you.
- Your DNA will be stronger.
What are the negative effects of coffee?
Coffee containing caffeine can cause insomnia, nervousness and restlessness, stomach upset, nausea and vomiting, increased heart and breathing rate, and other side effects. Caffeinated coffee is POSSIBLY UNSAFE when taken by mouth for a long time or in high doses (more than 4 cups per day).