Coffee and Cardiovascular Health: A Review of Literature
Author Information
Author(s): Farraj Altaf, Akeredolu TiJesu, Wijeyesekera Anisha, Mills Charlotte E., Rendeiro Catarina
Primary Institution: Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences, School of Chemistry, Food & Pharmacy, University of Reading, Reading RG6 6AP, UK
Hypothesis
This review aims to explore the relationship between coffee consumption and cardiovascular disease.
Conclusion
The evidence suggests that coffee consumption is not detrimental to cardiovascular health and may play a role in CVD risk reduction and prevention.
Supporting Evidence
- Moderate coffee consumption is associated with a reduction in cardiovascular mortality and CVD.
- Observational studies suggest potential benefits of coffee consumption on cardiovascular health.
- Coffee consumption is linked to a non-linear relationship with cardioprotection.
Takeaway
Drinking coffee might be good for your heart, but we need to learn more about how it works.
Methodology
The review discusses evidence from observational trials and randomized controlled trials regarding coffee consumption and cardiovascular health.
Potential Biases
Self-reporting dietary intake may introduce reporting bias and recording limitations.
Limitations
Observational trials do not prove causality, and there is a lack of well-designed randomized controlled trials focusing on coffee as a whole beverage.
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