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There are still discussions about the benefits and harms of this popular drink, and the conclusions of scientists are sometimes contradictory. And although they still often make coffee lovers happy than sad, the devil is in the details. Tengri Life tells more with reference to Doctorpiter.
As physician Olga Bakshutova said, the effect of coffee on cholesterol levels has been studied by various scientists, but one of the largest and most relevant studies on this topic is considered to be the work of authors from Norway – it was carried out in 2015–2016. More than 21 thousand people over 40 years of age were involved in it; there were slightly more women than men. Blood samples were taken from the participants, height and weight were measured, and information about diet, lifestyle, chronic diseases and bad habits was specified.
“Interestingly, as a result, women on average consumed just under four cups of coffee, and men – up to five cups. And given the cultural characteristics of Norway – where it is customary to drink coffee from fairly large cups – this seems like a significant dose of the drink per day,” Olga Bakshutova clarifies.
The cholesterol level, with which the cholesterol level in the group of coffee drinkers was compared, was taken from the level in those who did not drink this drink. And here are the results: coffee drinkers’ cholesterol was 0.09 millimoles per liter higher among women and 0.16 millimoles per liter higher among men.
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During the study, scientists discovered several more interesting points. The therapist shared three findings from the researchers.
Coffee brewed using a French press has the greatest effect on cholesterol levels. And although coffee itself does not contain cholesterol, scientists have linked this effect to the action of substances such as kahweol and cafestol. Filter coffee has the least effect on cholesterol levels. The correlation between the number of cups of coffee per day and cholesterol levels is not relevant for instant coffee.
Coffee won’t help with high cholesterol
According to Olga Bakshutova, if a person already has high cholesterol levels, doctors recommend that such patients follow a diet that excludes coffee. They are also advised to change their lifestyle – be sure to add daily physical activity. If this does not help, statins are prescribed – drugs to lower cholesterol levels.
“If you have high cholesterol, I would recommend keeping coffee consumption to a minimum. But this is not the only important action when following a diet. If you are on a diet and are physically active, and you really want to treat yourself to several cups of coffee a week, such a deviation is acceptable,” the expert concludes.
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2023-10-06 03:43:22
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