Coffee drinking is associated with increased longevity
According to the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology "drinking two to three cups of coffee a day has been linked with a longer lifespan and lower risk of cardiovascular disease compared with those avoiding coffee."
The findings applied to ground, instant and decaffeinated varieties.
“In this large, observational study, ground, instant and decaffeinated coffee were associated with equivalent reductions in the incidence of cardiovascular disease and death from cardiovascular disease or any cause,” said study author Professor Peter Kistler of the Baker Heart and Diabetes Research Institute, Melbourne, Australia. “The results suggest that mild to moderate intake of ground, instant and decaffeinated coffee should be considered part of a healthy lifestyle.”
Dr. Kistler added: "Our findings indicate that drinking modest amounts of coffee of all types should not be discouraged but can be enjoyed as a heart healthy behavior.”
Read the article in its entirety on the European Society of Cardiology