By Dr. Wale Okediran
I am a Hypertensive middle aged man who drinks a cup of coffee every morning before going to work. Although my Blood Pressure is well controlled with medications, I am worried if my regular Coffee intake will affect my blood Pressure.
Patrick (by SMS)
The subject of Coffee drinking and Blood Pressure has been looked at repeatedly from several approaches, all over the world, and going back a long time. Some research has confirmed that the caffeine in coffee can temporarily increase blood pressure by stimulating the sympathetic nervous system, but in the long term, regular coffee consumption can lead to a small reduction in blood pressure due to improved insulin sensitivity and antioxidant effects. This is because certain antioxidants in coffee e.g. flavonoids boost production of nitric oxide, which helps the blood vessel wall to dilate and lower blood pressure. However, the conclusion is that the regular consumption of coffee in moderation is safe with no clear benefit or risk to cardiovascular health.
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