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[Coffee and hypertension: current insights and perspectives]
Anjali Venkatachalam1, Ianis Petignat1, Belén Ponte2
1Service de médecine interne générale, Département de médecine, Hôpitaux universitaires de Genève, 1211 Genève 14.
Abstract:
This article discusses the complex effects of coffee consumption on cardiovascular health, with a focus on its impact on blood pressure. Several bioactive compounds found in coffee have antihypertensive properties, while others may increase blood pressure. Moderate and regular coffee intake has a favorable effect on blood pressure, including in patients with mild to moderate hypertension. Coffee also appears to offer protective effects against type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular events. However, factors like pregnancy, smoking, and certain medications can alter caffeine metabolism, influencing its effects. Overall, coffee consumption should not be discouraged and is considered safe with regard to cardiovascular risk.
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