Drinking Coffee, Reduce the Risk of Heart Disease
Rabu, 25 Juli 2018
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But now, new evidence from cardiologists in Australia shows different findings. Research from researchers at the Baker Heart and Diabetes Institute in Melbourne, Australia, reports that caffeine can help protect us from deadly heart problems.To prove this, the experts analyzed a series of studies that looked at caffeine intake and its effects on atrial and ventricular arrhythmias. The result, caffeine was able to block the effects of adenosine or chemicals that can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythms.Reported from the page of The Independent, several research results were used as the basis for analysis in this study, namely:
- Research involving 228,465 people and showed that the risk of atrial fibrillation (a condition that causes irregular and abnormal heartbeats) fell by six percent in people who drank coffee regularly.
- Research that examined 115,993 patients and showed a risk reduction of 13 percent.
- Random research from 103 heart attack patients, who were given 353 mg of caffeine per day, also showed an increase in heart rate.
"There is a public perception, often based on anecdotal experience, caffeine is a common trigger for heart rhythm problems," said Dr. Peter Kistler, the lead researcher.
"Our extensive review of the medical literature suggests that this is not the case," he added. Only two studies have shown an increased risk for arrhythmias, but researchers believe this occurs when patients drink at least 9-10 cups of coffee a day. Therefore, researchers argue, drinking up to 300mg of caffine a day - equivalent to three cups, is a safe amount for patients with irregular heartbeats.
The researchers also suggested that patients with heart problems should conspire with doctors before deciding to increase caffeine consumption. In addition, avoiding energy drinks is highly recommended.
