Every morning, millions of people start their day with a steaming cup of coffee. A comforting aroma, a little pick-me-up… coffee has become a universal ritual. But how many cups does it take for this pleasure to become harmful to your health? Doctors are raising the alarm while reminding us that, consumed in moderation, coffee can also be beneficial to our health .
🌿 Why is coffee good for your health?
According to Dr. Leana Wen , an emergency physician and professor at George Washington University, “the evidence is strong: moderate coffee consumption is associated with a reduced risk of developing certain chronic diseases.”
Numerous studies confirm that drinking coffee in moderation can:
💓 Reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease;
🍬 Decrease the risk of type 2 diabetes
🧠 ; Protect against certain cancers and dementia.
Coffee contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that support the immune system and contribute to cell protection. Some components also help improve insulin utilization and stabilize blood sugar levels .
☕ But beware of excess
Too much caffeine can have the opposite effect. According to ANSES (the French Agency for Food, Environmental and Occupational Health & Safety), approximately 30% of adults and 11% of children in France consume more caffeine than the recommended dose , which can cause:
⚡ palpitations and restlessness,
😰 anxiety and nervousness,
🌙 sleep disturbances,
💀 and long-term cardiovascular and bone effects.
Some people are more sensitive to caffeine, including pregnant women , children , or those taking heart or anxiolytic medications .
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