Most people drink at least one cup of coffee a day, and many feel they can’t face the morning without it. So wouldn’t it be great if your beloved drink was also good for your health?

Your daily cup of coffee may be doing more for you than providing the necessary stimulus for those early morning hours. The impact of coffee on health has long been a contentious issue, with advocates touting its antioxidant activity and ability to stimulate the brain, and detractors detailing disadvantages such as insomnia, indigestion, increased heart rate, and blood pressure. However, the latest wave of scientific evidence brings a great deal of good news for coffee lovers.

When it comes to coffee consumption, most identify themselves as caffeine consumers. But it has been found that in coffee there are about a thousand substances and many of these substances are responsible for the beneficial effects of coffee and not just caffeine.

You may be surprised to learn that regular coffee consumption is linked to better cardiovascular health, weight loss and control of diabetes symptoms. The stimulating effect of caffeine in coffee also acts as a mild antidepressant in your body.

Whether you want to take a sip of coffee for its potential benefits, which could help you live longer and speed up your metabolism – or love it for its ability to make you feel better – there are infinite reasons to love this morning drink. And here are 7 of the top reasons why we think so.

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