Morning Coffee Linked to Lower Risk of Heart Disease and Early Death

A decade-long study suggests the timing of coffee consumption plays a significant role in its health benefits.

Research from Tulane University analyzed data from over 40,000 U.S. adults over nearly 10 years, finding that morning coffee drinkers had a 31% lower risk of death from cardiovascular disease.
The study also showed a 16% reduction in all-cause mortality among those who drank coffee primarily in the morning compared to non-coffee drinkers.
No significant health benefits were observed for individuals who consumed coffee throughout the day or later in the afternoon and evening.
Researchers suggest that drinking coffee later in the day may disrupt circadian rhythms and hormone levels, potentially increasing cardiovascular risk factors like inflammation and blood pressure.
The findings emphasize that both the timing and amount of coffee consumption matter, with moderate to heavy morning coffee drinkers experiencing the greatest health benefits.