If you like to start your day with a steaming hot cup of coffee, you aren’t alone. More than 80% of American adults enjoy at least one cup per day, and many drink several cups as they go about their activities. Although some people may have concerns about the health effects of so much joe, there are proven health benefits that make it worth enjoying in moderation.

Why You Should Consume More Coffee

1. Lose Weight

Drinking four cups of joe a day may help spur fat loss because it enhances the body’s metabolic rate, increasing the number of calories you burn. In a 24 week study, people who consumed four cups daily lost an average of 4% of their body fat, compared to no fat loss in the group who had a placebo beverage.

2. Lower Cancer Risk

Daily coffee consumption may minimize your chances of developing several forms of cancer. For instance, four cups a day may reduce postmenopausal breast cancer risk by up to 10%, and the likelihood of colon cancer by 26%. This drink also helps lower the odds of liver cancer and other liver conditions, including cirrhosis.

3. Live Longer

Drinking several cups of coffee a day reduces the risk of death both in general and from specific causes, like heart disease and diabetes. Doctors believe that this benefit is due to multiple factors, including the short-term reductions in blood pressure and the positive effects the drink has on blood sugar and cholesterol levels.

For the most health benefits from your morning cup of joe, choose high-quality beans and ground coffee from Dole/Tropical Fruits Distributors of Hawaii in Honolulu. This retailer offers locally grown and processed Waialua coffee from Oahu’s rich volcanic soil. Shop their selection online, or call (808) 847-3234 to place an order.