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Coffee contains caffeine. Caffeine is a central nervous system stimulant that affects your body in
numerous ways
Pros
Enhance performance
Alertness
Enhance brain function
Stimulates bowel movement and gastric acid secretion
Reduce risk if certain diseases ( specific forms of cancer, cardiovascular diseases, type 2
diabetes, neurodegenerative diseases)
Contains antioxidants and polyphenols
Improve cognition, focus and mood
Increase blood pressure and vasoconstriction
Reduce muscle pain when consumed before exercise
Improves blood flow
Eliminates fatigue
Cons
Note: - 400 mg per day is considered safe for the average person.
-200 mg per day maximum is considered safe for pregnant ( should be limited or avoided).