Up to 5 cups of coffee per day may potentially lower heart disease risk, doctors say
A new American Heart Association report suggests that drinking up to five cups of coffee daily may be linked to lower risks of stroke, diabetes, and heart failure. However, the health benefits depend on the brewing method, with filtered coffee being preferred over unfiltered options.
Why it matters
This scientific guidance clarifies long-standing confusion regarding caffeine consumption and cardiovascular health.
(NEW YORK) — Drinking up to five cups of coffee a day is safe for most adults, and regular coffee consumption may be linked to a lower risk of stroke, diabetes and heart failure, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association (AHA).
The official report, published Monday in the journal Circulation, addresses years of conflicting advice regarding caffeine and the heart.
“Coffee is potentially linked to lower risks of type 2 diabetes, stroke, and heart failure, though its relationship with blood pressure is complex and data isn’t entirely consistent across the board,” said Dr. Jennifer Miao, a board-certified cardiologist and ABC News Medical Unit Fellow.
For decades, doctors frequently advised people with heart issues to avoid stimulants. However, this comprehensive review marks a major shift by distinguishing between natural coffee beans and synthetic caffeine.
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