No. It’s not the caffeine. Apparently, there is something else in coffee that provides several health benefits, such as reducing the risk of diabetes, heart disease and cirrhosis of the liver. The New York Times reports that, in a study of more than 27,000 women ages 55 to 69, Norwegian researchers
found that women who drank one to three cups a day reduced their risk
of cardiovascular disease by 24 percent compared with those drinking no
coffee at all. Other studies suggest that antioxidants in coffee may dampen inflammation, reducing
the risk of disorders like cardiovascular disease. According to the report, coffee contains antioxidants that help control the cell damage that can
contribute to the development of the disease. It is also a source of
chlorogenic acid, which has been shown in animal experiments to reduce
glucose concentrations. Read more.