Health Effects Of Coffee And Our Longevity

It is considered that drinking too much of coffee is not a very good idea. Mainly because coffee is rich in caffeine and can cause such symptoms as increased irritability, chest pains, elevated blood pressure and increased heart rate, mild digestive disorders, or anxiety disorders. However, numerous studies have proven positive health effects of coffee, giving all fans of this amazing beverage a reason to drink it every day. According to Neil Osterweil, one of the leading WebMD experts, coffee health effects include decreased risks of type 2 diabetes, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, depression, prostate and skin cancer. Besides, as the group of scientists reported in the Journal of Experimental Psychology in 2011, coffee consumption is linked to better abilities to focus, improved learning skills and productivity. To fully enjoy theses amazing coffee health benefits, all we need to do is just avoid excessive coffee consumption and stick with drinking 2-3, at most 4 small cups of coffee a day. Read the rest of this entry »