https://www.lifeextension.com/magazine/2014/7/new-health-benefits-from-daily-coffee

There now is compelling evidence of coffee’s health benefits regarding cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, neurodegenerative disease, plus liver and kidney cancers.6,12-19

And a stunning epidemiological study has shown sharp reductions in the risk of overall death among coffee drinkers.5

Enjoying a cup of coffee—or more—provides important longevity and protective benefits.5,14

Coffee Reduces Risk Of Death

In a study funded by the National Institutes of Health and published in the prestigious New England Journal of Medicine, researchers explored the relationship between coffee drinking and the risk of dying. The study included more than 229,000 men and over 173,000 women who ranged in age from 50 to 71 years at the start of the study.5 The researchers followed the subjects for up to 13 years—or 5.15 million person-years!—making this one of the most powerful studies of its kind.

The researchers found that the risk of dying was significantly reduced in those who drank coffee (all levels of consumption) compared to those who did not.5 Compared to those who drank no coffee, the risk for men of dying from any cause was reduced 6% among those who drank 1 cup/day, 10% for 2-3 cups, 12% for 4-5 cups, and 10% for 6 or more cups/day. For women, the risk reduction was 5, 13, 16, and 15%, respectively.

While these findings are certainly impressive, the researchers also discovered that coffee consumption produced significant reductions in the risk of dying from a number of specific causes, including heart disease, respiratory disease, stroke, injuries and accidents, diabetes, and infections.5

It is evident from this study, and many earlier, smaller studies, that far from being “bad for you,” as was once believed, coffee can be considered an important promoter of long life and good health.