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by Novice (980 points)

Just like any other foods, coffee must be consumed in moderation. For its true health benefits to be achieved, it cannot have a ton of unhealthy additions such as a lot of heavy cream or sugary syrups in it. According to Johns Hopkins, research shows evidence that coffee, in moderation, can link to many health benefits. These include reduced risk of contracting Alzheimer's, strokes, colon cancer, Parkinson's disease, heart failure, diabetes, kidney disease, and more ("9 Reasons Why (the Right Amount of) Coffee is Good for You"). Cleveland Clinic also provides research showing evidence that coffee can be a source of nutrients, "including B vitamins, potassium, and riboflavin", and provides many antioxidants ("This Should Perk You Up: The Surprising Health Benefits of Coffee"). 

9 Reasons Why (the Right Amount of) Coffee Is Good for You | Johns Hopkins Medicine

Health Benefits of Coffee – Cleveland Clinic

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by Novice (920 points)

This is a true claim. Although too much coffee can be not healthy for you, there are actually many correlations that have been made that prove coffees ability to promote our wellbeing. In the health line article, 9 Health Benefits of Coffee, these benefits are explained. Promoting weight damage is one of the benefits listed in this article.  

"According to some research, coffee could alter fat storage and support gut health, both of which may be beneficial for weight management. For example, one review of 12 studies concluded that higher coffee consumption could be associated with decreased body fat, especially in men. In another study, increased coffee intake was linked to decreased body fat in women." 

The article continues on to talk about coffees ability to help lower risk of type 2 diabetes, depression, and helping you live a longer life. 

Article: https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/top-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-coffee 

 

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by Genius (41.0k points)
It's best to find other sources besides the one that was listed with the claim. This healthline.com article was used for the claim.
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by Novice (700 points)
This statement is true if coffee is not consumed at an excessive amount. An article from Johns Hopkins Medicine states that coffee contains antioxidants to help with inflammation and prevention of some diseases. The article lists various other benefits as well as the risks of excessive caffeine here: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/9-reasons-why-the-right-amount-of-coffee-is-good-for-you
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by Apprentice (1.0k points)

This claim is true. According to John Hopkins Medicine,  the right amount of coffee contains antioxidants and other active substances that may reduce internal inflammation. Due to recent studies, Coffee drinking can prevent coronary heart diseasestroke, and diabetes in women.

Source: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/9-reasons-why-the-right-amount-of-coffee-is-good-for-you 

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by Newbie (470 points)

While in general, coffee consumption is widely considered healthy, the health benefits are only present within moderate doses. Most resources recommend 1-5 cups a day to stay within the healthy range. Some healthy benefits include longevity, optimized glucose processing, and heart bulletproofing. This information is from hopkinsmedicine.org and came from a variety of studies. 

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/9-reasons-why-the-right-amount-of-coffee-is-good-for-you

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by Novice (790 points)
it is true, according to healthline, drinking coffee has a lot of benefits and there are experiment to prove it.

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/top-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-coffee#:~:text=Coffee%20is%20a%20popular%20beverage,and%20protect%20against%20chronic%20disease.
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by Genius (41.0k points)
It's best to find other sources besides the one that was listed with the claim. This healthline.com article was used for the claim.
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by Novice (740 points)

According to Healthline, there are a few health benefits associated with drinking coffee including boosting energy levels, it could support brain health, and may link to lowering risks of type 2 diabetes. However, "people who are pregnant or breastfeeding, children and adolescents, and people with certain health conditions: should limit their intake, moreover, 3-4 cups a day is considered to be a moderate intake.

Source:https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/top-evidence-based-health-benefits-of-coffee#The-bottom-line

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by Genius (41.0k points)
It's best to find other sources besides the one that was listed with the claim. This healthline.com article was used for the claim.
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by Newbie (360 points)
Moderate coffee drinking can have several health benefits. Drinking a couple cups of coffee a day can lower the risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease and depression. Still, you should stay away from drinking excessive coffee as that can have several downsides for your health.

https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/hsph-in-the-news/is-coffee-good-or-bad-for-your-health/
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by Novice (720 points)

This is true, drinking coffee has several benefits for your health. According to an article from John Hopkins Medicine, '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". This shows that coffee has many benefits when drank in moderation. 

https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/9-reasons-why-the-right-amount-of-coffee-is-good-for-you

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by Novice (640 points)

Drinking coffee is associated with several health benefits. In an article by Harvard University, they emphasize how "moderate coffee intake -about 2-5 cups a day-is linked to a lower likelihood of Type II Diabetes, heart disease, liver and endometrial cancers, Parkinson's disease, and depression". Those are just some of the potential health benefits. They go even further by saying that "It's even possible that people who drink coffee can reduce their risk of early death".

https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/hsph-in-the-news/is-coffee-good-or-bad-for-your-health/

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