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Coffee is one of the most popular beverages in the world. It's also one of the most heavily studied foods, with a wide range of potential benefits and risks. One of the key questions is whether quitting coffee can lower blood pressure.
Blood Pressure
Blood pressure is a measure of the force of blood against the walls of your arteries. It’s made up of two numbers: systolic (the top number) and diastolic (the bottom number).
Caffeine
Caffeine is a stimulant found in coffee, tea, energy drinks, and some medications. It can raise your heart rate and blood pressure.
Effects of Quitting Coffee on Blood Pressure
Quitting coffee may lead to a decrease in blood pressure if you're hypertensive. A study of over 1,000 adults found that quitting coffee reduced systolic blood pressure by an average of 2.5 mm Hg. However, the effects were only significant in people who had a systolic blood pressure over 140 mm Hg.
Another study found that quitting coffee had a greater effect on diastolic blood pressure than systolic blood pressure. It also found that quitting coffee had a greater effect on people with high blood pressure than those with normal blood pressure.
Other Benefits of Quitting Coffee
Quitting coffee may also have other health benefits. One study found that quitting coffee could reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. Another study found that it could reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease.
Conclusion
Quitting coffee may lead to a decrease in blood pressure, especially in people with high blood pressure. It can also reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease. However, the effects vary from person to person, so it’s important to talk to your doctor before making any lifestyle changes.