Dr Bartholomew Brai, a Consultant Nutritionist at the Nigeria Institute of Medical Research (NIMR), Lagos, on Monday dispelled some myths about coffee consumption, saying moderate consumption was healthy for humans.
He said coffee consumption had more positive impact on human health.
``Coffee generally has more positive impact than negative effects on people’s health.
``Coffee is known to reduce the risks of certain types of cancer and heart diseases," he said at a lecture entitled, "The nutritional benefits of coffee".
``Coffee generally has more positive impact than negative effects on people’s health.
``Coffee is known to reduce the risks of certain types of cancer and heart diseases," he said at a lecture entitled, "The nutritional benefits of coffee".
Brai, however, warned that coffee should be consumed in moderation, adding that addiction to coffee and unrestrained consumption could impair health.
The nutritionist said coffee could also help in reducing risks of certain ailments such as colon and liver cancer, type 2 diabetes, prevention of heart diseases and premature aging.
``It also helps to keep the brain young and fresh. Coffee contains a high level of cholesterol and could increase blood pressure if taken too much.
``The cholesterol could be filtered to lower the risk of heart disease and high blood pressure,’’ Brai said.
The expert also said moderate consumption of coffee by pregnant women had no negative effect on both the mother and the baby.
The expert also said moderate consumption of coffee by pregnant women had no negative effect on both the mother and the baby.
According to Brai, the caffeine contained in coffee enhances mental and physical alertness.
(NAN)
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