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Today, January 9, coffee lovers are celebrating the rich and flavourful goodness of the renowned local Jamaican coffee throughout Blue Mountain Coffee Day.

The day has been chosen to celebrate Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee since January 9, 1967 was the date of the first large shipment of coffee beans to Japan.

Grown in the hilly climes of the Blue Mountain Peak, this special Jamaican coffee is a connoisseurs delight and is sought after by locals and foreigners alike.

Coffee not only tastes good or gives us the much-needed energy to get through busy days but studies have shown that drinking the right amount of coffee is also good for our health.

Health benefits of drinking coffee

Reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease

Drinking coffee daily is said to reduce to risk of hypertension, heart failure, and fibrillation. According to a research published by the European Journal of Preventative Cardiology, research found that persons who drank two to three cups of coffee per day had a lower risk of cardiovascular disease and early death compared to those who avoided drinking coffee.

While many persons may be afraid to consume caffeine daily, the recommended portion for adults is up to 400 mg per day.

Boost energy

It is a known fact that coffee provides a much-needed boost of energy on days when we are running low.

The reason for this is that coffee contains caffeine, which is a stimulant that works on the central nervous system allowing you to become more alert and increase performance.

Reduce the risk of Parkinson’s disease

Studies have shown that increased coffee consumption reduces the risk of individuals developing Parkinson’s disease and slows the disease progression for those who may have the disease.

Parkinson’s disease is a progressive disorder that affects the nervous system and the parts of the body controlled by the nerves, according to the Mayo Clinic.

Increase your lifespan

Studies have shown that coffee helps to increase the lifespan of persons who drink it consistently because of its health benefits such as reducing the risk of heart disease, aiding in weight loss, and boosting the body’s nervous system.

Persons who drink coffee regularly are less likely to die from a stroke, heart disease, diabetes, and kidney disease.

Reduce the risk of diabetes

Do you have a fear of developing diabetes? Do you have a family history of diabetes? If your answer is yes, then you should be consuming coffee.

Studies have also shown that consuming the right amount of coffee has the potential to reduce the risk of individuals developing Type 2 diabetes.

However, persons who already have diabetes must speak to their healthcare provider before consuming coffee, as research has shown that this may result in higher or lower blood sugar levels.

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