Study Reveals Coffee Consumption Linked to Lower Liver Disease Risk

Recent research indicates that drinking coffee may significantly reduce the risk of liver disease and liver cancer, even for those consuming five or more cups daily. The study, which followed over 354,000 participants for more than a decade, found that one to two cups a day lowered the risk of cirrhosis by 20% and liver cancer by 24%. Higher consumption levels showed even greater protective effects, with five or more cups correlating to a 32% reduction in cirrhosis risk and a 47% decrease in liver cancer risk. While the findings are promising, experts caution that these are associations, not definitive proof of causation, and recommend moderation in coffee consumption, especially regarding added sugars and sweeteners.

Key Details: • One to two cups daily: 20% lower risk of cirrhosis, 24% lower risk of liver cancer. • Three to four cups: 35% lower risk for both cirrhosis and liver cancer. • Five or more cups: 32% lower risk of cirrhosis, 47% lower risk of liver cancer. • Limit added sugar to no more than 6% of daily calories. • Avoid caffeine at least six hours before bedtime.