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Energy
399 kcal · 20% DV target
A deeply aromatic and complex brewed beverage derived from roasted seeds, coffee serves as a global social staple with a profile that balances acidity and bitterness.
Moderate coffee consumption of three to five cups per day is consistently linked to a 15% lower risk of cardiovascular disease (conditions affecting the heart and blood vessels) compared to non-drinkers .17
Habitual coffee intake is well-established as a factor in reducing the risk of type 2 diabetes, with meta-analyses showing a 30% lower risk for high consumers of caffeinated coffee and a 20% lower risk for those drinking decaffeinated versions .1310
Coffee consumption is associated with a lower risk of all-cause mortality (death from any cause), particularly among individuals who have never smoked .679
Early research and meta-analyses of clinical trials indicate that coffee may cause a temporary rise in serum lipids (fats in the blood) and blood pressure, though the long-term health impact of these specific changes is still being evaluated .57
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
399 kcal · 20% DV target
11.7 g · 23% DV target
15.4 g · 20% DV target
43.6 g · 16% DV target
19.8 g · 71% DV target
2.70 mg · 18% DV target
Seasonality has not been estimated for this ingredient yet.
Store beans or grounds in a cool, dark place to preserve volatile oils.
Coffee production has a significant water footprint and is a major driver of land-use change in tropical regions.
Legend has it that coffee was discovered by an Ethiopian goat herder named Kaldi, who noticed his flock became unusually energetic after eating berries from a certain tree.