Doctors show how to drink coffee safely for people with heart disease and diabetes

Coffee has long been a 'companion' in the lives of many people. However, the question is whether coffee is really good for cardiovascular health?

Specialist Doctor Lam My Dung, Head of Nutrition Department, Tam Duc Heart Hospital (HCMC) said that coffee, with its main ingredient being caffeine, brings some significant benefits as follows:

Fights fatigue and increases alertness: Caffeine has a stimulating effect on the nervous system, helping to fight drowsiness and improve work performance.

Antioxidants: Coffee contains antioxidants, which help strengthen the immune system and protect the body against chronic diseases such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's.

Additional source of nutrients: Coffee contains several B vitamins (B1, B3, B5) and minerals such as potassium, which support overall health.

Despite its many benefits, coffee also has a direct impact on the cardiovascular system if consumed excessively.

The effects of coffee on the cardiovascular system

According to Dr. My Dung, although it brings many benefits, coffee also has a direct impact on the cardiovascular system. Caffeine stimulates the body, creating a feeling of excitement, but if consumed in excess, it can lead to increased heart rate, increased blood pressure and heart rhythm disturbances.

So should people with cardiovascular disease drink coffee? Doctor My Dung recommends that people with cardiovascular disease or high blood pressure can still drink coffee, but should only drink low doses, under 200 mg of caffeine per day.

If you are not sure if you are sensitive to caffeine, you can measure your blood pressure before and after drinking coffee (after 30-120 minutes). If your blood pressure increases by 5-10 mmHg, it is best to limit or avoid coffee consumption.

People with heart disease or high blood pressure can still drink coffee, but should only drink in low doses.

How to consume coffee properly?

People with normal health. Consuming from 250 mg to under 400 mg of caffeine per day is considered safe. However, this dosage depends on the type of coffee, the constitution and the reaction of each person.

People with underlying medical conditions . People with diabetes or dyslipidemia should limit the amount of sugar, cream, or milk added to their coffee. Choose sugar-free options and stick to recommended limits.

Office workers. With the habit of drinking a cup of milk coffee in the morning, you need to be careful not to consume too much, avoid coffee addiction. Drinking too much can cause drowsiness without coffee and negatively affect long-term health.

Pregnant women . Pregnant women can still drink coffee, but in low doses (less than 200 mg of caffeine per day). If possible, switch to decaffeinated coffee or substitute other beverages.

Coffee can have health benefits if consumed properly and in reasonable doses. However, everyone should listen to their body and consult a doctor, especially if they have underlying medical conditions.

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