Free radicals are highly reactive chemical that are produced naturally during metabolism. High levels of free radicals are linked to cell membrane and DNA damage, premature aging and depressed immunity.
A study found that coffee consumption increased antioxidant levels. Antioxidants help neutralize free radicals and promote cell health. this and other studies show that coffee has many health benefits. (FITNESS Rx 4/2014)
The study was carried out by Brazilian scientists,(Brazil produces one third of worlds coffee), and it was on rats. I am just pleased to read anything that supports my love of the dark stuff.
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