Coffee doesn't just help you sleep or stay energized, but it can also be beneficial for liver health, a new study has revealed. According to the researchers, the risk of fatty liver, liver fibrosis, cirrhosis and even liver cancer may be relatively low among regular coffee drinkers. However, the researchers did not recommend drinking too much coffee and did not consider coffee as a healthy lifestyle option.
Currently, around 25 percent of people in the world are suffering from fatty liver disease. This disease is closely related to obesity, diabetes and metabolic syndrome. If not controlled in time, fatty liver can gradually progress to more complex conditions such as liver fibrosis, cirrhosis and liver cancer.
A recent UK Biobank long-term study of 354,957 participants analyzed the relationship between coffee consumption and liver health. None of the study participants had a history of cirrhosis or liver cancer. Their health data was monitored for about 13 years.
The study found that those who drank five or more cups of coffee per day had a 32 percent lower risk of liver cirrhosis, a 47 percent lower risk of liver cancer, and a 42 percent lower risk of liver-related death than non-coffee drinkers.
According to researchers, various organic compounds in coffee can help reduce the process of fat accumulation in the liver. This can have a positive effect on body fat metabolism as well as reducing the risk of fatty liver. In particular, various beneficial components in coffee are believed to play a role in protecting liver cells from damage.
Polyphenols, chlorogenic acid, caffeine, diterpenes and other antioxidants in coffee can help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in the body. Studies have also shown relatively low levels of liver fat, iron accumulation, fibrosis and inflammation in heavy coffee drinkers.
Liver fibrosis is a condition where liver tissue becomes scarred or scarred. This problem can occur due to various reasons including excess fat accumulation, alcohol consumption, hepatitis. Over time it can become severe and increase the risk of cirrhosis. Researchers hypothesize that coffee's anti-inflammatory properties may play a role in slowing down this liver damage.
Studies have also shown that both caffeinated and decaf coffees are associated with positive effects on the liver. However, the researchers did not recommend starting to drink extra coffee based on the results of this study alone. Because each person's tolerance and physical response to caffeine intake may be different.
According to experts, coffee may be beneficial for liver health, but it is not a cure for any disease. Weight control, regular exercise, avoiding alcohol, controlling blood sugar and maintaining a balanced diet are also very important to keep the liver healthy.
According to them, drinking coffee in moderation as part of a healthy lifestyle may help maintain liver health in some people. However, it is important to consider the amount of coffee consumed and individual health risks.
Source: NDTV
