Millions of people around the world consume coffee, but few know that this beverage can also support liver function and help reduce the risk of liver disease.
Coffee, whether black, instant, or decaffeinated, offers distinct benefits for the liver.
A study published in the journal BMC Public Health involving 500,000 participants confirmed that drinking coffee may help reduce the risk of developing liver diseases. Specifically, those who drank 3 to 4 cups of coffee per day significantly reduced their risk of conditions such as fatty liver disease or liver cancer.
Here are some of the benefits of coffee for liver health, according to the health website HealthShots (India).
Coffee, whether black, instant, or decaffeinated, offers distinct benefits for the liver.
Provides vitamins and minerals
Coffee is a source of essential vitamins and minerals when consumed properly. A cup of unsweetened black coffee (240 ml) can provide vitamins B12, B5, B1, B3, folate, manganese, potassium, magnesium, and phosphorus.
Reduce the risk of fatty liver disease.
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) is a condition in which fat accumulates excessively in liver cells, commonly seen in overweight individuals, those with diabetes, or high cholesterol levels. If left untreated, it can progress to cirrhosis or liver cancer.
Coffee may help slow disease progression thanks to paraxanthine, a chemical produced when the body digests caffeine. This substance helps slow the growth of scar tissue in the liver and may support the treatment of cirrhosis, hepatitis B and C, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
Helps reduce inflammation
Additionally, coffee contains two diterpene compounds, cafestol and kahweol, which have been shown to reduce inflammation and the risk of liver disease.
According to a study published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences , cafestol and kahweol may reduce the risk of hepatitis B.
Things to note when drinking coffee.
However, the benefits of coffee are only achieved when consumed in moderation. We should only drink 3 to 4 cups of coffee per day. People with liver disease should consult their doctor to determine the appropriate amount of caffeine.
Each body has a different capacity to process caffeine, so coffee drinkers need to pay attention to their body's reaction.
Black coffee without sugar is the best choice for liver health. For those with fatty liver disease, limiting sugar and fat in coffee is essential.
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