Coffee is a familiar drink for many people. But do we really know the benefits it brings? Let's learn about the effects of coffee through this article!

1 Prevent the risk of diabetes

Drinking coffee every day helps reduce the risk of diabetes. Because coffee contains polyphenols, it can limit the risk of diabetes and cardiovascular disease.

In addition, coffee also contains magnesium and chromium minerals. The amount of magnesium in the body also helps reduce the risk of diabetes. [1]

2 Prevent the possibility of heart failure

Coffee is associated with increased heart rate, so some people think that caffeine can cause the risk of heart problems. However, in moderation, caffeine consumption can actually reduce the risk of heart problems such as: arrhythmia, heart failure, coronary artery disease, ... [2]

3Prevent Parkinson's disease

There have been many studies on the benefits of caffeine for people with Parkinson's disease thanks to its ability to stimulate increased dopamine levels, improving the transmission of signals between nerve fibers.

However, more long-term studies are still needed to be able to draw more definitive conclusions about the mechanism and benefits of caffeine [3].

Therefore, people with Parkinson's disease should see a doctor for timely diagnosis and treatment, and should not self-treat at home.

4Improve liver function

Normal coffee or decaffeinated coffee both have liver-protecting effects. Caffeine and other natural active ingredients such as cafestol and kahweol have the ability to fight and eliminate toxins.

In addition, coffee contains many antioxidants that help prevent liver cancer and liver disease. Research shows that people who drink coffee have more stable normal liver enzyme levels than those who do not drink coffee.

5Improve good genes for the body

Pure coffee reduces fragmentation in the DNA chain, which occurs naturally but can lead to cancer or tumors if not repaired by the body [4]. Therefore, adding a cup of coffee every day can help prevent cancer.

6Reduce the risk of intestinal cancer

Scientists have shown that drinking decaffeinated coffee regularly can reduce the risk of intestinal cancer. [5] Because coffee contains many highly bioactive substances that help prevent the risk of cancer such as flavonoids, lignans and polyphenols.

7Eliminate toxins

Coffee is a diuretic drink. Therefore, when you drink unsweetened coffee, toxins and bacteria will be easily eliminated in the form of urine. In addition, drinking coffee also helps stimulate the intestines to support constipation.

8Improve memory, reduce the risk of Alzheimer's

Many studies have shown that caffeine in two cups of coffee can help improve memory, reduce the risk of Alzheimer's, especially in women over 65 years old. Caffeine has the ability to stimulate the brain to increase acetylcholine and serotonin (neurotransmitters, regulate cognitive ability).

In addition, polyphenols in coffee help prevent damage by free radicals to the brain, helping to protect brain function in the elderly.

9Prevent the possibility of stroke

Although drinking coffee can temporarily increase blood pressure, this condition will gradually decrease over time. Drinking 1 - 2 cups of black coffee a day helps dilate blood vessels, limit the appearance of blood clots, reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases, including stroke.

10Anti-aging

Black coffee contains potassium, magnesium, manganese, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, vitamin B5. The above minerals have antioxidant properties, prevent aging, especially B vitamins also help maintain skin moisture, keeping the skin youthful. Thanks to that, it prevents many skin diseases and especially helps rejuvenate the skin.

11 Provide energy and improve thinking ability

As we know, coffee contains a large amount of caffeine. This is a stimulant that increases adrenaline and dopamine levels (neurotransmitters), helping to increase energy, increase alertness, reduce fatigue and increase thinking ability.

12 Help lose weight

Coffee supports weight loss by providing energy, helping you exercise more effectively if you drink it 30 minutes before exercising. In addition, coffee also helps increase metabolism and burn calories effectively. If you are on a weight loss regimen, you should limit drinking coffee with added sugar and cream to avoid uncontrolled weight gain.

13Support for people with asthma

Caffeine is chemically similar to an asthma drug called theophylline, so coffee also has the ability to dilate the bronchi. However, the effectiveness of caffeine is not high, so people with asthma should not abuse coffee to treat the disease, to avoid harming their health.

14Prevent and improve depression syndrome

When drinking a cup of coffee, you will often feel increased energy and a happy mood because coffee helps stimulate the nervous system to produce dopamine, serotonin and noradrenaline.

According to research, people with depression often lack these neurotransmitters in the brain.