Coffee and Health: How Much Is Reasonable
Coffee is linked to lower risk of some diseases for many adults. Sleep and anxiety are the usual reasons to cut back.
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Black coffee is low in calories and rich in antioxidants. Problems start when coffee becomes a vehicle for sugar, flavored syrups, or whipped cream.
Sensible limits
- Most adults tolerate up to 400 mg caffeine daily — about four brewed cups
- Stop caffeine by early afternoon if sleep suffers
- Skip bulletproof-style butter coffee if weight loss is the goal
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Sources
- Coffee and Health — Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
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