Dietician Edanur Teksöz from Istanbul Aydin University VM Medical Park Florya Hospital gave information about the correct consumption of coffee, its health benefits and the possible harms of excessive consumption.
Health Benefits of Coffee
Dyt. Teksöz listed the health benefits of coffee as follows:
- It reduces liver cancer and diseases.
- It reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes.
- It reduces the risk of obesity and increases fat burning.
- It reduces the risk of Parkinson’s disease.
- It has the potential to reduce dementia and Alzheimer’s diseases.
- It has a stimulating effect on the nervous system and relieves fatigue.
Nutritional Values of Coffee
Providing information about the nutritional values found in coffee, Dyt. Teksöz talked about the protein, B vitamins, potassium and calorie content of coffee.
Correct Coffee Consumption
Dyt. Teksöz stated that coffee should not be consumed with meals and that drinking it on an empty stomach could negatively affect stomach health. He also warned about the amount of daily caffeine intake.
Harms of Coffee
Stressing that excessive coffee consumption can negatively affect the digestive system, Dyt. Teksöz drew attention to the effects of caffeine on the heart and nervous system. He stated that excessive consumption can lead to headaches, insomnia and other negative effects.
Recommendations and Conclusion
Finally, Dyt. Teksöz touched upon the points to be considered in coffee consumption. He emphasized that quality coffee should be preferred, sugar or cream should not be added to coffee, and the daily coffee amount should not be exceeded.
