Scientists say that coffee contains hundreds of bioactiveants, notably polyphenols and cafestols, which have anti-inflammatory properties, reduce oxidative stress and limit liver cell damage.
Dr. Tracey Simon, a geopologist at Massachusetts General Hospital (USA), said that many synthesis analysis have recorded that drinking about 23 cups of coffee/day is associated with a reduced risk of cirrhosis and liver cancer.
According to her, this benefit occurs in both caffeinated and non-cafeinated coffee, showing that it is the plant compounds in coffee beans that play a core role. Some population studies also show that people who drink coffee regularly have a significantly lower rate of progression to chronic liver disease.
However, experts emphasize that the new way of drinking is the deciding factor. Doctors recommend prioritizing black or low-sugar coffee, avoiding added ice cream and sweet syrup because it can cause increased blood sugar, increase blood fat, factors that make fatty liver worse. People with cardiovascular disease or gas reflux should start with small amounts to monitor the locality. The morning is the ideal time to drink, limit using too late because it can affect sleep.
In addition, coffee should only be considered part of a liver protection strategy. There is no drink that is strong enough to heal the liver if we maintain a diet high in sugar, low in exercise or drink alcohol regularly, emphasizes Dr. Simon. Therefore, maintaining a stable weight, increasing green vegetables, limiting alcohol and checking liver enzymes periodically is still an important foundation.
With the right way of use, coffee can become a healthy habit that helps support liver function more effectively, reduces the risk of chronic diseases and brings many more benefits to overall metabolic health. If you have an underlying disease, you should talk to your doctor to determine the appropriate dosage.
