How to protect the liver with coffee: the optimal amount of the drink per day is named

Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world. Many start their day with it, receiving a charge of cheerfulness and energy. It turns out there's another good reason to make coffee a part of your daily diet: liver health.

As the hepatologist Jamil Wakim-Fleming explained, to date there are already many studies that have proven the benefits of coffee for the liver. “Coffee is especially useful for non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD),” the doctor said.

Coffee and NAFLD

This disease is characterized by the accumulation of excess fat in the liver cells fat and usually develops in people who are overweight, have diabetes, or have high blood cholesterol. Over time, it can lead to the appearance of cirrhosis, which, in turn, is the main factor in the development of liver cancer or liver failure.

But research shows that people who drink a lot of coffee have a lower risk of developing non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. According to the findings of scientists, coffee is also useful for people with hepatitis C.

For those who already suffer from NLCP, regular coffee consumption reduces the likelihood of developing cirrhosis. And among people with cirrhosis, coffee significantly reduces the risk of death from the disease. However, scientists note that only regular coffee is beneficial, a decaffeinated drink “doesn't work” in this case.

Less does not mean better

To extract from coffee is of maximum benefit to health, it is recommended to observe the norm of its consumption. “We recommend at least three cups a day to prevent liver problems,” says Dr Wakim-Fleming. For hepatitis or fatty disease, the amount of drink can be increased to four or even five cups, he added.

However, the rule does not apply to people who have problems with the heart, blood vessels or irregular pulse. In this case, it is better to first consult with your doctor, said the doctor.