The daily grind: Striking the right balance between coffee's health perks and risks 

A new study has found that drinking coffee in moderation can help prevent type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. But is it possible to get too much of a good thing?
The daily grind: Striking the right balance between coffee's health perks and risks 

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Coffee is consumed worldwide, with millions enjoying it as an energy boost daily. 

Our love affair with this dark brew is driven by its caffeine content, a stimulant also found in tea, soft drinks, energy drinks, chocolate, cocoa, sports supplements, and even certain medicines.

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