Coffee contains polyphenols that prevent cancer among other diseases. However, it should be consumed with great care to avoid staining the teeth (use a straw).
Key takeaways:
- Review of research indicates that coffee may prevent bone loss in the jaw offering better support for the teeth.
- Green coffee has antibacterial activity that will help protect the gums.
- Coffee in moderation will confer a number of nutritional benefits such as alertness, protecting the liver and reducing cancer. People should limit their intake to five cups.
Some of the health benefits of coffee – which may lower the incidence of metabolic disorders and prevent cell damage – can be attributed to the high chlorogenic acid content, which has antioxidant properties.
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Dr Nicholas Riley BDS 1996, MJDF 2012Nik qualified from Cardiff Dental School in 1996. He has always had a keen interest in clinical excellence, and further education. He recently gained his MJDF qualifications Nik dedicates much of his time to attending many world renowned courses in restorative, aesthetic and implant dentistry, so he can ensure that patients benefit from the most up to date solutions.
