There's no question that coffee is a popular drink, thanks to its ability to perk up even the most weary souls. People across generations consider the beverage part of their daily ritual, even if millennials alone get roasted for their "But first, coffee" catchphrase.
The third and final study on coffee health benefits compared the effects of instant coffee vs. ground coffee vs. decaf. All three groups saw lower risk of death compared to non coffee-drinkers. Drinking ground or instant coffee seemed to lower the risk of arrhythmias, artery blockages, stroke, or heart failure, while decaf only seemed to lower the risk of heart failure.
The three new studies add to a wealth of existing research about the benefits of drinking coffee. If you’re one of the many people who considers the drink a non-negotiable, now you have even more justification for drinking it on the reg.