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Here are some studies that could strengthen your reasons to enjoy a cup of coffee.
1. Helps prevent multiple sclerosis
The new study that compares the people affected by multiple sclerosis with healthy people, it was found that a person who has never consumed coffee had a 1.5 times greater risk.
"There are many compounds in coffee that can contribute," said Ellen Mowry, MD, of Johns Hopkins Medicine. "Caffeine may protect against Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease. Interestingly, it does not affect the function of immune cells in the brain, but has impact on certain parts that may trigger the disease.
2. Reduce the risk of a dangerous type of skin cancer
A study released in January 2015 found that people who drank four cups of coffee a day had a 20 percent lower risk of melanoma, the most deadly form of skin cancer.
However, the most effective way to prevent skin cancer is to reduce excessive exposure to ultraviolet rays, using sunscreen, and avoiding tanning process. So it's not free bask in the sun while sipping coffee will keep you from the risk of skin cancer.
3. The coffee was associated with a lower risk of breast cancer
Although the Swedish study found that women who often drink coffee have a lower risk of breast cancer, but the researchers underline that healthy lifestyle factors as well be decisive.
4. Preventing deaths
Coffee can not ward off death forever. However, in a large study of 400,000 Americans over the age of 50 or more indicates, coffee drinkers were significantly less likely to die in a period of research conducted over 13 years.
The more coffee consumed, the lower the risk of death. A previous study in the Annals of Internal Medicine, which was followed by the NII people aged 18 or 24 years, found the same relationship.
5. Increase the ability of sport
In a small study published last year, the cyclists reported that one hour of exercise in which they live is much more fun and not difficult after they ingest caffeine compared to placebo. This is due to the presence of certain substances in coffee that has the effect of increasing the sense of joy. Caffeine also increases athletic performance.
However, know that drinking coffee is mixed cream, sugar, or even chocolate, calories can add up quickly. Therefore, limit added sugar in coffee.
