PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — Few medical study subjects can capture more attention than coffee. The most recent is from the New England Journal of Medicine, and the news is mixed.
Let’s start with the bad news. On average, coffee drinkers get less sleep than those who don’t drink coffee. However, the results are a bit confusing, because many use coffee as a stimulant or pick-me-up because they aren’t getting enough sleep for other reasons.
Now the good news: Coffee drinkers tend to exercise more often. Fitness trackers were used for the exercise data.
The basic medical advice surrounding coffee has not changed. If you are a coffee drinker, drink it in moderation.
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