The Science of Coffee: Health Benefits, Calories & Tips

Why does coffee cause stomach pain for some while helping others live longer? From the energy-boosting effects of caffeine to the calorie counts in your favorite Starbucks drinks, explore the true impact of coffee on the body.

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Coffee Polyphenols

Produced from ground beans of the coffee plant, coffee actually contains more than 1000 different plant-derived chemical components. Polyphenols are one family of plant compounds that are abundant in coffee as well as red wine, fruits and fruit juices, tea, vegetables, chocolate and legumes.

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