More than half of all Americans drink a total of about 66 billion cups of coffee each year. Sales continue to grow. This information is according this website I found right here.
While caffeine is a drug -- an addictive one -- that some experts suggest having no more of than 400-450 milligrams a day or a few cups, it comes with some health benefits. A coffee addict like me LOVES focusing on those.
One of my favorite books is Reader's Digest's Foods That Harm, Foods That Heal. In the book, it says caffeine may boost mental alertness and concentration, improve athletic performance temporarily, and even stop an asthma attack or headache by relaxing constricted muscles and blood vessels.
Other articles I've read suggest coffee can help you burn fat -- I like the sound of that!
However, the book I mentioned also says it can cause insomnia and the need to hit the ladies room where you may lose extra calcium or feel your blood pressure rising.
From all I've read and experienced, I've learned -- like with most things -- moderation is the key to feeling your best.
So, I shall continue drinking my cup (or two) of black coffee each morning and maybe try cutting back just a little by skipping my afternoon latte.
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