ZOE Science & Nutrition

Is Coffee Healthy?

May 12, 2022
James Hoffmann, a leading coffee expert and co-founder of Square Mile Coffee Roasters, joins Tim Spector, a renowned nutrition scientist, to unpack the health effects of coffee. They discuss how coffee influences gut bacteria and hormones, and whether decaffeinated options are beneficial. The conversation reveals surprising truths, including coffee's fiber content and its nuanced relationship with sleep. With insights on coffee's protective health benefits and misconceptions surrounding its consumption, listeners will rethink their morning cup.
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INSIGHT

Coffee and Health

  • Coffee was once blamed for high blood pressure, heart attacks, and cancer.
  • Recent studies now show coffee drinkers have less heart disease than non-coffee drinkers.
ANECDOTE

Coffee for Kids

  • James Hoffmann was surprised that coffee was given to eight-year-olds in Brazilian schools.
  • This contrasts with the perception in other cultures that coffee is an adult beverage.
ADVICE

Coffee Consumption

  • Limit coffee consumption to 1-5 cups daily for optimal health benefits.
  • Exceeding this may negate the positive effects.
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