Impact of Coffee Consumption Timing on Longevity

SOURCE studyfinds.org
A study suggests that morning coffee drinkers have a lower risk of death from all causes and heart disease compared to non-coffee drinkers. Timing of coffee consumption may be as important as the amount consumed for living a longer life.

Key Points

  • Morning coffee drinkers had better health outcomes compared to non-coffee drinkers, with the strongest benefits observed in those consuming 2-3 cups daily.
  • Timing of coffee consumption significantly modified the relationship between coffee intake amounts and mortality risk.
  • Morning coffee consumption might optimize the health benefits of coffee, particularly related to cardiovascular health.

Pros

  • Morning coffee drinkers showed a 16% lower risk of death from all causes and a 31% lower risk of death from heart disease compared to non-coffee drinkers.
  • Moderate coffee consumption in the morning was associated with a 29% lower risk of all-cause mortality and a 48% reduction in death from heart complications.
  • The study provides insights into the potential health benefits of morning coffee consumption and highlights the importance of considering circadian rhythms in dietary choices.

Cons

  • The study is observational, so direct causation between coffee timing and mortality outcomes cannot be established.
  • Self-reported dietary data may include recall bias, and some potential confounding factors were not fully accounted for in the study.