Another reason why coffee may be good to drink before a workout:
5. Coffee Prevents Disease
Coffee contains powerful antioxidants and according to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics “coffee provides one of the greatest sources of antioxidants in the American diet.” Antioxidants work by cleaning the blood, removing free radicals, and help the body fight disease and illness. Coffee and caffeine health benefits have been linked to reduced inflammation, decreased risk of Parkinson’s disease and certain cancers as well as reduced incidence of gallstones.
Warning
The health benefits definitely support drinking black coffee but no more than 2 cups per day. It is always better to play it safe, moderate coffee consumption and consult your physician if you experience rapid heartbeat, palpitations, or any other symptoms of caffeine overload. The same goes if you are hypertensive, pregnant, have diagnosed heart disease, or are nursing consult your doctor prior to drinking coffee.
Source: Daria Leal
Michelle Hanan
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