Coffee—one of the world’s most beloved beverages—continues to surprise. Already known for its many health benefits, scientists have now uncovered yet another remarkable effect.
A recent study published in the journal Nutrition, Metabolism and Cardiovascular Diseases identified the optimal amount of coffee intake that helps reduce the risk of premature death from all causes—especially among people with cardiovascular disease (CVD). The findings, reported by Science Direct, provide new dietary recommendations and could contribute to non-drug therapies for heart patients.
Researchers from Dalian Medical University, working with experts at Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine and the RongTong Hospital System (China), investigated whether coffee consumption is associated with lower mortality risk in CVD patients, aiming to inform non-pharmacological treatment strategies.
The authors analyzed data from 7,369 participants in the U.S. National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES), who were followed for an average of nearly 15 years. During the study period, 501 participants with CVD died.
Coffee Cuts Early Death Risk by 25%
The results revealed that drinking coffee lowers the risk of early death by 25%, helping to extend lifespan—even in those with chronic diseases.
In particular, consuming 1–3 cups of coffee per day was linked to up to a 35% lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease, according to Science Direct.
The researchers concluded: Drinking 1–3 cups of coffee daily is significantly associated with reduced all-cause mortality over five years and lower cardiovascular-related death rates, especially among people with high blood pressure, heart disease, or a history of stroke.