{"id":30029,"date":"2026-01-27T09:39:58","date_gmt":"2026-01-27T08:39:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pontevecchiosrl.it\/?p=30029"},"modified":"2026-01-28T16:01:23","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T15:01:23","slug":"coffee-and-cholesterol","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pontevecchiosrl.it\/en\/coffee-and-cholesterol\/","title":{"rendered":"Coffee and cholesterol: when is there a risk?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Many avid coffee drinkers have wondered whether this sacred habit might somehow <\/span>affect their already high cholesterol levels<\/b>. The combination of <\/span>coffee and cholesterol<\/b>, after all, is a widely discussed issue, to the point of being the <\/span>subject of research<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

When cholesterol levels in the blood <\/span>exceed 240 mg<\/b>, in fact, a condition called <\/span>‘hypercholesterolaemia’<\/b> sets in, which, if neglected, can cause <\/span>serious damage to the body, primarily to the heart<\/b>. But does coffee really affect this condition?<\/span><\/p>\n

Apparently, it would seem so, at least according to the results of <\/span>Norwegian research<\/b>. Appearances, however, are often deceptive and we, who know about coffee, wanted to get to the bottom of the matter and find out once and for all how things really are.<\/span><\/p>\n

Coffee and cholesterol: what research says<\/b><\/h2>\n

It seems that Norwegian scientists were the first to point out a link between <\/span>coffee intake and increased cholesterol levels<\/b>. Through a study entitled <\/span>‘Tromsoe Hearth Study’<\/i><\/b>, carried out on <\/span>14500 people<\/b> who habitually drank <\/span>boiled and unfiltered coffee<\/b>, a correlation between the two factors did indeed emerge.<\/span><\/p>\n

However, this correlation clearly only existed when the <\/span>coffee was prepared in a specific way<\/b>, i.e. boiled and unfiltered – exactly the way it was consumed by the people in the study.<\/span><\/p>\n

This led the scientists to focus not so much on the beverage itself, but on the <\/span>way it was prepared<\/b>, thus coming to the conclusion that coffee per se is not bad for you, as it all depends on <\/span>how it is consumed<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Coffee raises cholesterol, but depends on preparation<\/b><\/h2>\n

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But why would boiled, unfiltered coffee contribute to higher cholesterol levels? Well, the answer lies in a specific substance contained in this drink, called <\/span>cafestol<\/b>. This is a molecule that, when <\/span>present in large quantities<\/b>, interacts negatively with the body and thus ends up <\/span>raising cholesterol levels in the blood<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Indeed, cafestol has the power to <\/span>inhibit the production of certain bile acids<\/b>. The problem is that it is precisely through bile that our body disposes of excess cholesterol. When its production is blocked, therefore, this cholesterol inevitably <\/span>ends up ‘trapped’ inside the body<\/b>, with all that this entails.<\/span><\/p>\n

We are therefore talking about a <\/span>potentially risky<\/b> situation, which can easily be solved at the root by <\/span>avoiding boiled and unfiltered coffee<\/b>. In order to continue to enjoy our favourite beverage without any fear, in fact, it is sufficient to <\/span>prepare it with the moka pot<\/b>, or to opt for the classic espresso: two methods of preparation that, although they do not completely eliminate the cafestol, still <\/span>contain very little of it<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

These conclusions, moreover, were confirmed by further research <\/span>conducted in 2001 and published in the prestigious <\/b>‘American Journal of Epidemiology’<\/i><\/b>. The study in question focused on the <\/span>fat content of coffee<\/b>, which was so low that it had <\/span>no impact on blood cholesterol levels<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

What you should do if you suffer from high cholesterol<\/b><\/h2>\n

If all it took to cure cholesterol was to drink less coffee and give it up altogether, there would be many more healthy people in the world. The truth, in fact, is that <\/span>if you suffer from this disease<\/b>, <\/span>coffee should be the least of your problems<\/b>. In medical terms, a patient suffering from hypercholesterolaemia is one who has a cholesterol level <\/span>above 200 milligrams<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Although in many cases this is due to a <\/span>hereditary condition<\/b>, it is equally well established that high cholesterol can also be the <\/span>consequence of an unhealthy lifestyle<\/b>, characterised by excessive sedentariness and severe overweight also caused by <\/span>poor nutrition<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

The latter, in fact, has a <\/span>decidedly close relationship with cholesterol<\/b>, much more so than coffee. This is why those who are at risk of suffering from hypercholesterolaemia, or who have already been diagnosed with it, should pay close attention to what they eat, favouring healthy and light foods, and <\/span>eliminating as much as possible foods rich in saturated fats<\/b>, such as certain types of cheese, red meat, frying oil and butter.<\/span><\/p>\n

What we are giving you, however, is simply common-sense advice. Precisely because we know about coffee and not medicine, our recommendation is always to <\/span>deal with the problem of cholesterol with the help of your doctor<\/b>, who will certainly be able to advise you on the most suitable diet to follow, and without depriving you of your beloved cup of espresso.<\/span><\/p>\n

Unless you suffer from <\/span>gastrointestinal diseases<\/b> such as reflux, gastritis and ulcers, which <\/span>coffee tends to aggravate<\/b>, there is really no reason to give up your favourite drink. Especially when you <\/span>consider the fact that there are some ailments that coffee even helps to improve<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Coffee has beneficial effects on certain diseases<\/b><\/h2>\n

Contrary to what was thought for a long time, coffee is not only not bad for you, but <\/span>is even helpful in the treatment and prevention of certain diseases<\/b>, one of which is <\/span>diabetes<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Thanks to its <\/span>digestive properties<\/b>, in fact, this beverage is able to <\/span>favour the metabolisation of carbohydrates<\/b> that, if taken in excessive doses, contribute to the <\/span>increase in blood sugar<\/b>, which in turn is responsible for the <\/span>onset of diabetes<\/b>.\u00a0 Taking bitter coffee, however, helps <\/span>prevent this chain process from occurring<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

In addition to this, <\/span>coffee’s antioxidant properties<\/b> have been shown to be excellent for both <\/span>preventing liver disease and keeping the heart healthy<\/b>. But that’s not all: this drink also acts as an excellent <\/span>vasoconstrictor<\/b>, which makes it an excellent <\/span>remedy against migraine<\/b>. And, still on the subject of diseases affecting the brain, several studies have pointed out that caffeine intake may even help <\/span>prevent Parkinson’s disease<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

In conclusion, therefore, coffee can indeed be a valuable ally for the cure, prevention and treatment of various types, it being understood that its curative power only applies if one <\/span>does not exaggerate with the quantities<\/b>. This is why we who know coffee (and especially love it!) are the first to urge you to <\/span>drink it in moderation<\/b>, respecting certain precautions and the correct daily doses. <\/span><\/p>\n

Can I continue to drink coffee? Yes, but with some precautions<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Those who suffer from high cholesterol do not have to give up coffee altogether, but can take small steps to consume it in a more balanced way.<\/span><\/p>\n

The best choice is to favour <\/span>filtered coffee<\/b>, which almost completely reduces the substances involved in increasing cholesterol, such as cafestol. <\/span>Espresso and moka<\/b> coffee <\/b>should be limited, but not eliminated entirely, by reducing the number of cups consumed per day.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Consuming coffee <\/span>mainly at home<\/b>, using more controlled and less concentrated extraction methods, also helps to keep caffeine and lipid intake within safer levels.<\/span><\/p>\n

Recommended doses<\/b><\/h2>\n

At this point, you are probably rightly wondering how much is the correct amount of coffee, or, to put it more simply, <\/span>how many cups of coffee you are allowed to drink in a day.<\/b><\/p>\n

Well, notwithstanding the fact that a lot depends on various <\/span>personal factors<\/b>, such as gender, age and body weight, it is generally recommended not to exceed <\/span>300 milligrams per day<\/b>, which roughly corresponds to about <\/span>3 cups of coffee<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n

As long as you keep within this threshold, in fact, coffee will be your best friend, giving you all the energy you need and <\/span>helping you fight off the onset of many diseases<\/b>. Exceeding it, on the contrary, means incurring a series of unpleasant <\/span>side effects<\/b>, such as anxiety, insomnia, tachycardia, nausea and stomach problems.<\/span><\/p>\n

All this goes to show you that, although the correlation between cholesterol and coffee only applies when coffee is consumed boiled and unfiltered, <\/span>there<\/b> are many other health risks<\/b> that you can run into just by overdosing on your favourite espresso.<\/span><\/p>\n

Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n

Coffee, the cross and delight of anyone who loves it, represents an <\/span>indispensable pleasure<\/b>, without which\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

we would not even be able to start the day. Beyond all its positive and negative aspects, however, what really interests us is its <\/span>unmistakable taste<\/b>: strong and intense as only real coffee can be. And the great thing is that you don’t have to go to a coffee shop at all to taste it.<\/span><\/p>\n

The secret, in fact, is that if you want to drink a good coffee you should do it with the right machine, such as a <\/span>lever machine<\/b>: a real professional tool that will allow you to drink a <\/span>coffee with a truly intense and satisfying aroma<\/b>, enjoyed in the quiet intimacy of your own home.<\/span><\/p>\n

To enjoy this privilege, therefore, all you have to do is browse our rich catalogue and <\/span>discover the coffee machine that suits you<\/b>. After all, we have amply demonstrated that, consumed in the right doses, this beverage acts as a true ‘medicine’. So why should you deprive yourself of a pleasure that not only makes your taste buds sing, but <\/span>also<\/b> helps to preserve your health<\/b>?<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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