Is coffee really good for you?

wrinkletalk started this discussion · 5/24/2012

This one is a complete surprise to me! I've never had one cup of coffee my entire life, just don't like the stuff, and when I've felt left out, I always thought to myself--well who cares--at least I'm living a healthier existence. So now I'm wrong? http://well.blogs.nytimes.com/2012/05/16/coffee-drinkers-may-live-longer/

WellCoffee Drinkers May Live LongerThe largest-ever study of the relationship between coffee consumption and health showed that regular coffee drinkers had a lower risk of dying from a variety of diseases.

10 replies

HyperHorsegirl · 5/24/2012
I can't stand the taste of coffee either. I really just don't like it. My uncle was convinced that I would "learn to like it" when I entered college and would "need" it for late night study sessions. Nope. I find a cold glass of orange juice just as good of a pick me up as coffee seems to be for everyone else. I do think that coffee smells heavenly. I just can't drink it.
donnalee · 5/24/2012
Coffee addict here : )
wrinkletalk · 5/24/2012
I actually like coffee flavored ice cream, but for the life of me cannot drink a cup of coffee and certainly don't need it to wake up in the mornings.
chemgoddess1 · 5/24/2012
I have been reading a lot about green coffee extract lately and its benefits (http://www.raysahelian.com/greencoffee.html). ; And I am typing this while sipping a mug of joe. On top of local wines I love finding local brewers and coffee shops (not like the ones in the Netherlands) when we are on vacation.
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jeansgina · 5/24/2012
I do love a good cup of coffee but I don't agree its any good for you. Its addictive and gives u withdrawall symptoms if ur a heavy coffee drinker. Perhaps in small doses its good but then if ur not used to it, it can make u shake and give u anxiety. If u don't drink it already I'd stay away. I however can't go a day without it
Saphyre · 5/24/2012
I don't drink too much coffee. A heavy day is 3 cups. However, I am addicted to adding Bailey's Irish Cream to it! I'm quite sure that's not good for me, but I don't really care. Yummy!
cruwysie · 5/24/2012
I love coffee as much as the next girl however I do try to limit it. The caffiene is bad for you - it dehydrates your body. On the other hand, regular coffee is better for you than decaffinated because of the chemical they put in decaf to make it decaf (learned this after I scolded my pregnant friend for drinking coffee!). Damned if you do, damned if you don't! Enjoy it, but like everything, enjoy in moderation.
Webmaster · 5/24/2012
Coffee drinkers rejoice. Recent studies show that caffeine is not dehydrating and even doctors embrace this http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/caffeinated-drinks/AN01661. Thank god because I love my caffeine whether it comes from soda or coffee.
chemgoddess1 · 5/24/2012
Webby, your link did not work. Try this one: http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/caffeinated-drinks/AN01661
aliceBheartless · 5/24/2012
I have been keeping up with some of the coffee and health articles and I have to say, pretty stoked that I no longer need to rationalize... just the other day I made a coffee-related goofy pole dance video. I cannot function without coffee. Probably should cut back, but currently rejoicing! ;)