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Doctors Say This Everyday Drink Could Cut Liver Cancer Risk by Nearly 50%, New Study Finds
Yahoo Health • • health
Key Points:
- A new study published in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology found that drinking coffee is linked to a lower risk of liver complications, including cirrhosis, liver cancer, and liver-related mortality, with benefits seen even at five or more cups daily.
- The research analyzed data from nearly 355,000 adults over 13 years and showed coffee drinkers had reduced liver inflammation and healthier liver function markers compared to non-coffee drinkers.
- Coffee contains biologically active compounds beyond caffeine, such as chlorogenic acids and polyphenols, which may provide antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-scarring effects that protect the liver.
- The protective effects of coffee on the liver appear to apply to both regular and decaffeinated coffee, suggesting that caffeine is not the primary beneficial component.
- Experts note coffee's antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties may also benefit other organs, including the heart, but further research is needed to fully understand coffee's impact on liver health.
