For many, coffee is more than just a morning ritual, it's a moment of comfort, a mid-day pick-me-up, or even a social habit shared with friends. Beyond its aroma and energising effects, coffee may also have surprising benefits for the heart.
Dr Jack Wolfson, a cardiologist from Arizona in the US, with more than 16 years of experience, shares in his December 23 Instagram post ways this beloved beverage can support heart health and overall cardiovascular well-being. (Also read: Kolkata dermatologist explains why hair fall and breakage increase in winter; shares simple tips to protect your tresses )
Dr Wolfson explains the surprising health benefits of coffee, particularly when consumed in the morning before noon and without additives like sugar or artificial flavours.
He further shares 5 amazing benefits of coffee for your health:
Coffee increases your metabolic rate and helps your body burn fat, keeping you trim. But this works best when you drink it plain, without additives.
Coffee is one of the best sources of antioxidants in the modern diet. These antioxidants neutralise free radical damage that accelerates cellular ageing.
Coffee drinkers often have sharper cognitive function, better alertness, and a lower risk of movement disorders and dementia.
Coffee increases nitric oxide, acts as a natural blood thinner, supports antioxidant activity, improves blood pressure, and helps in heart attack and stroke prevention.
Inflammation and oxidative stress are major drivers of chronic diseases. Coffee can calm inflammatory pathways and reduce oxidative damage.
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