A comprehensive study published in the European Heart Journal has found that drinking coffee in the morning is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease and overall mortality compared to drinking coffee throughout the day. The research, which tracked over 40,000 adults, suggests that the timing of coffee intake may play a critical role in its health benefits.
The study found that people who drink coffee in the morning are less likely to die from cardiovascular disease and have a lower overall risk of death compared to those who drink coffee throughout the day. The researchers believe that consuming coffee in the afternoon or evening may disrupt circadian rhythms and lead to changes in cardiovascular risk factors such as inflammation and blood pressure.
The study, led by Dr. Lu Qi, included 40,725 adults taking part in the US National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) between 1999 and 2018. The researchers analyzed data from this study to determine whether the timing of coffee consumption had an impact on heart health.
According to the study, people who drink coffee in the morning benefitted from lower risks regardless of their level of caffeine intake. Even moderate drinkers (two to three cups) or heavy drinkers (more than three cups) saw a decrease in risk compared to non-coffee drinkers.
The researchers also noted that drinking coffee throughout the day may not have the same health benefits as drinking it in the morning. However, they emphasized the need for further studies to validate their findings and test the potential impact of changing the time of day when people drink coffee.
Overall, the study suggests that drinking coffee in the morning may be a healthy habit, particularly for cardiovascular health.
Source: https://scitechdaily.com/morning-coffee-timing-linked-to-longer-life-and-better-heart-health