Coffee lovers can now celebrate one more reason to continue their morning ritual. A recent study has shown that drinking two to three cups of coffee a day can help maintain low blood pressure.
The research was published in the journal Nutrients and conducted by scholars from the University of Bologna and the University Hospital of Bologna – Sant’Orsola Polyclinic.
The study analyzed the association between coffee consumption and peripheral and central blood pressure parameters in a sample of the Italian population.
The researchers found that those who regularly consumed coffee had significantly lower blood pressure, both on peripheral and central levels, than those who did not drink it.
This is the first study to observe this association in the Italian population, and the data confirm the positive effect of coffee consumption on cardiovascular risk.
According to Professor Arrigo Cicero from the Department of Medical and Surgical Sciences at the University of Bologna,
“The results obtained show that those who regularly drink coffee have significantly lower blood pressure, both on peripheral and central levels, than those who do not drink it.”
Professor Claudio Borghi, who led the study, added, “This is the first study to observe this association in the Italian population, and the data confirm the positive effect of coffee consumption on cardiovascular risk.”
Coffee is one of the most popular beverages worldwide, with almost 10 million tons consumed globally in 2020 and 2021.
Despite the long-standing fears of its negative health consequences, several benefits have emerged among regular coffee drinkers, including a lower risk of developing cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and certain neurodegenerative and liver diseases.
However, it is not yet clear what these benefits are due to, and they do not appear to be directly related to the effects of caffeine.
The team looked at a sample of 720 men and 783 women from a sub-cohort of the Brisighella Heart Study, an observational study coordinated by Professor Claudio Borghi.
Blood pressure levels and coffee consumption habits, along with other clinical data, were compared for each selected individual.
The study results showed lower values for coffee drinkers in both systolic and pulse pressure, in both peripheral circulation and central aortic pressure.
These findings confirm the positive effects of coffee in mitigating the risk of cardiovascular disease.
To summarize, regular coffee consumption in moderation can be part of a healthy lifestyle.
It is essential to note that excessive caffeine intake may still have adverse effects on health, and people should always consult their healthcare provider for individual advice.
Nonetheless, for coffee lovers, this study is good news they can enjoy their morning brew with an added health benefit.
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The study was published in Nutrients.
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