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IT is not uncommon for many people to ask their doctor whether coffee is good for health, especially if they have heart disease or are pregnant. The recent 2015 USA Dietary Group Advisory Committee (DGAC) examined the current evidence on coffee and caffeine consumption.

Generally, while consumption of caffeine-containing beverages, such as coffee and tea are safe, children, pregnant women and women considering conception should avoid consumption of high levels of caffeine in, for example, energy drinks and fortified foods. Generally, there is strong evidence to show that moderate coffee consumption (3-5 cups/day or up to 400 mg/day of caffeine) is safe and can even be beneficial.

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