January 25,Kathmandu.Drinking coffee every morning can be beneficial for health. According to a study published in the European Heart Journal, drinking coffee every morning reduces the risk of death due to heart disease.
According to the study, people who drink coffee in the morning have a 16% lower risk of death due to any disease. People who drink coffee in the morning also have a 31% lower risk of death from heart disease compared to those who do not drink coffee.
Most people in India start their day with tea or coffee. This gives instant energy and a feeling of freshness. It reduces liver fat and reduces the risk of heart disease.
Coffee keeps your mood fresh for 6 hours
Coffee is the most widely consumed beverage in the world. One cup of coffee contains 100 mg of caffeine. Coffee taken in this quantity keeps the body fresh for 6 hours. It also uplifts the energy level and mood.
Nutritional value of coffee
A cup of brewed black coffee provides 2.4 calories. It contains almost no protein. It contains no carbs and fat.
The risk of cancer is also reduced
According to the American Heart Association and the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), drinking a cup of coffee every morning reduces the risk of heart failure and also reduces the risk of cancer.
That's why you should drink coffee in the morning
Dr. says that morning is the best time to drink coffee. Matthew Walker, Professor of Neuroscience at the University of California, Berkeley, says that caffeine present in coffee is the only harmful element. Caffeine remains present in the body even 12 to 14 hours after drinking coffee and keeps the brain neurons active. Therefore, drinking too much coffee can affect brain activity.
It is okay to drink coffee occasionally at night in certain circumstances like before exams or to meet deadlines, but in normal circumstances, one should not drink coffee after 4 pm because coffee consumed in the evening will also affect your sleep at night.
Professor Walker says that if you want to drink coffee, you can drink caffeine free coffee available in the market. Professor Walker himself drinks coffee only in the morning and not at all during the day.
Do not drink more than 2 cups of coffee a day
A cup (150 ml) of brewed coffee contains 80-120 ml of caffeine. Instant coffee contains 50-65 ml and tea contains 30-65 ml. According to ICMR, we should drink only two to three cups of tea or coffee in a day because it is okay to drink a maximum of 300 ml of caffeine in a day. 300 ml is also the upper limit. More caffeine than this can cause many health issues.
Coffee should not be consumed in the evening
Some people drink tea or coffee several times a day. Many people also resort to tea and coffee to get rid of laziness after eating. However, the best time to drink coffee is in the morning.
Does drinking coffee improve heart health?
Yes, this is true. According to a study by the National Institute of Health, drinking coffee and tea keeps blood pressure under control. Bad cholesterol is reduced, triglyceride levels improve and obesity is also reduced. Therefore, it boosts heart health. But it is important to keep in mind that coffee should not contain sugar and milk.
Does drinking coffee improve gut health?
Yes, black coffee is beneficial for our gut health. According to a study published in the National Library of Medicine, the polyphenols present in tea are beneficial for the health and growth of our gut bacteria. This improves digestion and also strengthens the immune system.
Why is it forbidden to drink coffee with milk?
Most people in India drink tea-coffee by mixing milk and sugar. Dr.says that this is a wrong combination. When the calcium and lactose protein present in milk react with the caffeine and tannin of coffee, it is harmful for our body. Due to this, we have problems of heartburn and gas. Adding sugar to it increases the calorie intake. Apart from this, it increases tannin absorption in the blood stream. It gives instant energy, but in the long run it has many disadvantages.
How much coffee is safe to drink in a day?
2-3 cups of coffee every day is safe and beneficial. Drinking more coffee than this can cause many harm: