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Coffee May Cut Heart Attacks

Women who drank 3 cups daily suffered 25% fewer fatal episodes

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(Newser) – Regular coffee drinking has been linked to a reduced risk of fatal heart attacks, according to a new study of the health effects of coffee. Women who regularly drank three cups of coffee a day had a 25 percent lower risk of death from heart disease than women who didn't drink coffee. Some studies have found that coffee is a source of antioxidants, which may protect people from heart disease.

Previous research has given a mixed picture of the impact of coffee on health. "Our study indicates that coffee consumption does not have a detrimental effect," said the lead researcher. "It seems like long-term coffee consumption may have some beneficial effects."

Drinking coffee may diminish the risk of heart disease, according to new research. Coffee may carry important antioxidants.
Drinking coffee may diminish the risk of heart disease, according to new research. Coffee may carry important antioxidants.   (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Drinking up to six cups of coffee a day carries no risk of cancer and may diminish the risk of heart disease, according to new research.
Drinking up to six cups of coffee a day carries no risk of cancer and may diminish the risk of heart disease, according to new research.   (AP Photo/Ted S. Warren, file)
Drinking up to six cups of coffee a day carries no risk of cancer and may diminish the risk of heart disease, according to new research.
Drinking up to six cups of coffee a day carries no risk of cancer and may diminish the risk of heart disease, according to new research.   (AP Photo)
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