Dec 14 2007
Take the coffee break quiz for your health
It is surprising how little most Canadians know about coffee, especially its role in their health. Grab a coffee and take the coffee quiz to test your knowledge. Answer true or false to each of the following statements:
Coffee drinkers are at increased risk of developing cancer.
False: Various international cancer organizations have concluded that there is no connection between drinking coffee and increased risk of cancer. In fact, an emerging body of evidence is showing that coffee consumption may have a role in preventing cancer.
Coffee makes the bones excrete calcium leading to osteoporosis
False: Coffee consumption does not contribute to osteoporosis. It is a common misperception that coffee causes the body to excrete calcium. However, coffee is safe for bone health and may even have a positive effect if it is served with milk.
Coffee can lead to high blood pressure
False: While coffee can give blood pressure an immediate slight increase the change is temporary and is not considered significant. In fact, research indicates that people who stop drinking coffee do not have a subsequent drop in blood pressure. The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada advises that up to four cups of coffee each day is not linked to health problems.
To continue the coffee quiz and to learn more about the research behind the connection between coffee and your health go to www.coffeeandhealth.ca
Credit: www.newscanada.com
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