Do you really know? Is taking milk with coffee good for you?
May 13, 2025
Coffee lovers rejoice! A recent University of Copenhagen study suggests that adding milk to your coffee may actually offer health benefits, despite the coffee purists’ objections. The podcast dives into the ongoing debate about whether milk enhances or hinders the benefits of coffee. It sheds light on potential anti-inflammatory effects and highlights the divided opinions among nutrition experts. Tune in for a concise look at how this new research could shift perceptions around your favorite caffeinated drinks!
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Milk Enhances Coffee's Health Benefits
- Drinking coffee with milk may provide anti-inflammatory benefits due to a unique combination of coffee polyphenols and milk amino acids.
- This combination seems to boost immune cell response better than coffee alone.
Next Steps in Coffee Milk Research
- The recent University of Copenhagen study opens new perspective that milk in coffee may help reduce inflammation.
- Researchers plan animal and human trials to deepen understanding and confirm these health effects.
Scientific Debate on Coffee Milk Effects
- Previous research suggested milk proteins reduce absorption of coffee antioxidants limiting health benefits.
- The debate continues as scientists call for more studies to clarify the effects in humans.