- Daily coffee consumption is linked to a 20% lower risk of cirrhosis, according to a new study involving over 354,000 participants followed for more than a decade.
- Three to four cups of coffee daily was linked with a 35% lower risk of cirrhosis and liver cancer, and a 41% lower chance of liver-related death.
- Five cups or more was correlated with a 32% lower risk of cirrhosis and a 47% decrease in risk for liver cancer.
- The study, led by Dr. Hyunseok Kim at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, found that coffee drinkers had less liver fat and healthier liver protein profiles.
- Cost-effective coffee consumption, at less than 10p per serving, could help prevent deadly liver disease.
A new study led by Dr. Hyun-Seok Kim at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center indicates that coffee consumption is linked to significant reductions in liver disease risks.
One to two cups daily lowers cirrhosis risk by 20%, while three to four cups reduce it by 35% and five or more cups by 32%.3
The research, based on data from over 354,000 participants over a decade, found that coffee drinkers also had healthier liver profiles, with lower liver fat and inflammation.
“In short, coffee is a very accessible and low-cost intervention that may complement metabolic disease prevention,” Dr. Kim stated.
The study also reported 2,970 incidents of cirrhosis, 342 incidents of liver cancer, and 852 liver-related deaths during a median follow-up of 13 years.
“Given coffee's wide availability, safety, and affordability, promoting moderate unsweetened coffee consumption could represent a simple, scalable strategy for liver disease prevention,” the authors concluded.
The findings suggest that coffee, whether caffeinated or decaffeinated, could be a beneficial dietary component for liver health, with even lower consumption linked to reduced risks of liver-related mortality.
“A recent study indicates that daily coffee drinkers have significantly lower risks of liver disease, including cirrhosis and liver cancer. The research, involving over 354,000 participants, highlights the health benefits of moderate coffee consumption.”
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