Morningโฃ Coffee Linked to Increased Lifespan, Study Shows
Spain is aโฃ nation of coffee lovers, withโ the average Spaniard consuming 4.22 kilograms โof coffee annually – roughly 562 cups per year (Coffee Sector Report in Spain).Amidst the constant stream of details, adn misinformation, surrounding coffee consumption, cardiologist Aurelio Rojas recently addressed the optimalโฃ time to enjoy this popular beverage on his โInstagram channel. His message? Drinking coffee, โparticularly in theโ morning, mayโ significantly impact longevity.
Rojasโ referenced a study published in the European Heart Journal whichโ followed โขover 40,000 people for 20 years, analyzing their coffee drinking habits. The results revealed a compelling link between morning coffee consumption and reduced risk of cardiovascular diseaseโฃ – โup to 31% – and a decrease in prematureโ death, byโข as much as 17%.
“it does matter โwhen we drink this drink,” Rojas explained, โขemphasizing the importance of timing. Consuming coffee at irregular hours or in excess can โ”alter the circadian rhythm โคand the hormones that regulate our rest, such as melatonin or cortisol.” theseโ disruptions can lead to increased stress levels. He advises enjoying coffee in the โmorning, โrecommending both natural and decaffeinated options.
Beyond its impact on sleep and stress, coffeeโ offers โseveral health benefits. Rojas highlightedโข its role as a โฃ”powerful antioxidant,” noting that itโค can definitely help reduce the risk โขof diabetes,improve cardiovascular health,and even aid in weight loss. He also stressed the importance of choosing natural coffee over roasted or blended varieties.
Further elaborating onโ the study, Rojas explained that drinking coffee later in the day can decrease melatonin production, a hormone crucial for sleep,โ and potentially increase inflammation and blood pressure, raising the risk of heart attack. The researchโฃ clearly demonstrates that prioritizing a morningโข cup may contribute to a longer, healthier life.
