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Secret # 7: Enjoy a Daily Cup of Coffee

Yes, you read that right! Along with waking you up in the morning, a
cup of coffee or two a day can provide some great benefits to your
health—both physical and mental.

A steaming cup of joe contains
vitamins B1, B2, B3, and B5,
along with the minerals potassium
and manganese, and numerous

antioxidants. Research has linked
drinking coffee to improved liver
health, including a lower risk of

liver cirrhosis. Some studies have
also linked coffee to blood sugar regulation, and to potentially
lowering one’s risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

According to research presented by the American Heart

Association, coffee may help improve the functionality of small
blood vessels, thereby potentially improving circulation and
contributing to a healthy heart.

The caffeine that coffee contains has been linked to improved
cognitive function and memory, as well as to elevated mood. It may

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