Coffee is number 1 source of antioxidants

Coffee provides more than just a morning drink; that steaming cup of coffee is also the number one source of antioxidants in the U.S.

Although fruits and vegetables are generally promoted as good sources of antioxidants, the new finding is surprising because it represents the first time that coffee has been shown to be the primary source from which most Americans get their antioxidants.

Antioxidants in general have been linked to a number of potential health benefits including protection against heart disease and cancer.

Besides keeping you alert and awake, coffee has been helpful in number of potential health disorders including protection against liver and colon cancer type 2 diabetes Parkinson's disease.

Coffee can make you jittery and cause stomach pains, while some studies have tied it to elevated blood pressure and heart rates.

ADVICE: Coffee Consuming up to 2-3 cups of coffee per day will provide you with the adequate amount of anti-oxidants. Consuming more than that can have some bad effects on your health.