Discover the 'golden time' to drink coffee.

Coffee is a beverage loved by many, not only for its delicious taste but also for its numerous amazing health benefits.

However, the optimal time to drink coffee for cardiovascular protection and longevity remains a big question.

A new study recently published in the medical journal European Heart Journal has revealed the best time to consume coffee for cardiovascular health and longevity.

Studies show that drinking coffee in the morning offers the greatest benefits.

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Morning is the "golden time".

A study led by Dr. Lu Qi of Tulane University (USA), which analyzed data from a total of 42,188 people, found surprising differences based on when coffee was consumed.

Among the participants, 36% primarily drank coffee in the morning, 16% drank coffee throughout the day, and 48% did not drink coffee.

Research shows that drinking coffee in the morning offers the greatest benefits, according to the health news website Health .

Specifically, people who drink coffee in the morning have a 16% lower risk of death from all causes and a 31% lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease, compared to those who do not drink coffee.

Meanwhile, the group that drank coffee multiple times throughout the day showed no significant reduction compared to the group that did not drink coffee.

Dr. Lu Qi stated: "The results show that it's not just about whether or not you drink coffee, or how much you drink, but also the time of day you drink it that's important!"

Why is morning coffee the best?

Researchers have offered two explanations for why morning coffee is best.

Circadian rhythm and sleep : Drinking coffee late in the day can disrupt melatonin levels, causing insomnia and disrupting the circadian rhythm. Poor sleep leads to high blood pressure, increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke.

Anti-inflammatory effects : Inflammatory markers in the blood typically peak in the morning. Therefore, the anti-inflammatory properties of coffee may be most effective if consumed at this time.

Expert advice

One of the world's leading experts in cardiology, Dr. Thomas F. Lüscher, Director of the Royal Brompton & Harefield Hospital (UK), also agrees with the research findings and states that much current evidence suggests that drinking coffee, especially in the morning, is good for health. Therefore, drink coffee, but ideally in the morning, according to Health .

However, if you still need your afternoon coffee, experts recommend drinking it at least 9 hours before bedtime to avoid disrupting sleep and protect your long-term cardiovascular health.

Source: https://thanhnien.vn/phat-hien-thoi-diem-vang-de-uong-ca-phe-185260123233332512.htm