Ah, coffee. Whether you’re cradling a travel mug on your way to work or dashing out after spin class to refuel with a skinny latte, it’s hard to imagine a day without it. The caffeine perks you up, and there’s something incredibly soothing about sipping a steaming cup of joe. But is drinking coffee good for you?
Good news: The case for coffee is stronger than ever. Study after study indicates you could be getting more from your favorite morning beverage than you thought: Coffee is chock full of substances that may help guard against conditions more common in women, including Alzheimer’s disease and heart disease.
Caffeine is the first thing that comes to mind when you think about coffee. But coffee also contains antioxidants and other active substances that may reduce internal inflammation and protect against disease, say nutrition experts from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine.
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You could live longer.
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Your body may process glucose (or sugar) better.
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You’re less likely to develop heart failure.
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You are less likely to develop Parkinson’s disease.
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Your liver will thank you.
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Your DNA will be stronger.
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Your odds of getting colon cancer will go way down.
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You may decrease your risk of getting Alzheimer’s disease.
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You’re not as likely to suffer a stroke.