Named the worst types of morning coffee for heart health

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Coffee for breakfast is one of the most popular drinks around the world. Although many scientists agree that the drink is good for health, some still treat it with caution. In the course of a new study, experts assessed the level of lipids in people's blood depending on the amount of coffee they consumed. It turned out that certain methods of brewing the drink, as well as its types, have a negative effect on the cardiovascular system.

The authors of the work, which became the first genetic study of its kind, were Elina Hippenen and Ang Zhou from the Australian Health Center at the University of South Australia.

The scientists analyzed the genetic associations between coffee consumption and blood cholesterol, using data from nearly 363,000 participants. They found that habitual coffee consumption is responsible for an unfavorable lipid profile that can increase the risk of heart disease. However, experts identified a few specific types of coffee and their amounts that put people at the greatest risk.

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For some coffee drinkers, cafestol may be a new term, but researchers have explained the importance of this compound. According to them, all coffee beans contain it, and the substance itself increases cholesterol levels. It is most commonly found in unfiltered coffee, including Turkish, Greek and French press coffee.

Espresso also contains cafestol

According to according to the results of the study, cafestol is also part of espresso, including timeless cappuccino and oat milk espresso.

Coffee from the coffee maker

Although today many have given up electric coffee maker, researchers remind that the old-fashioned drink is “filtered”. Such coffee has either no or very little cafestol.

Instant coffee

Researchers also noted instant coffee as another “safe option.” “As far as the effect on lipids is concerned, it's a good choice,” the scientists said.

How Much Coffee Can You Drink

A certain amount of the drink has been found to expose people to the greatest risk of developing heart disease. “Six or more cups of coffee a day can increase the amount of lipids (fats) in the blood, which significantly increases the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD),” the researchers added.