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5 cups of coffee a day is fine for most adults, heart association says

Headline from WMUR, from the development of Jul 21, 2026

Newest development Jul 23, 2026 · 3 reportsNew research finds up to five cups of coffee a day may support heart health

Up to five cups of coffee a day could keep the doctor away. That’s according to a new scientific statement released Monday by the American Heart Association, addressing years of conflicting advice about caffeine and the heart.

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  1. Drinking 5 cups of coffee a day is safe and could reduce heart risk: Report

    Headline from The Hill ·

  2. Up to 5 cups of coffee a day may be safe, Heart Association says

    Headline from NBC Boston ·

  3. Names this update

    5 cups of coffee a day is fine for most adults, heart association says

    Headline from WMUR ·

  4. Newest

    New research finds up to five cups of coffee a day may support heart health

    Headline from KRDO ·

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91 articles, oldest first.

  1. Science Alert

    New Review From American Heart Association Reveals The Optimal Daily Cups of Coffee For Your Health (opens Science Alert)

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    Science Alert's feed description

    A cup of coffee or two (or three) in the morning is one of the...

  2. MedicalXpress

    Coffee and heart health: How many cups of caffeinated coffee are safe to drink each day? (opens MedicalXpress)

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    MedicalXpress's feed description

    Previous studies have found that caffeine is the world's most popular stimulant and psychoactive substance, and coffee is the most common way people consume caffeine. The latest research supports the conclusion that, for most adults, consuming up to 400 mg of caffeine a day (or up to five 8-ounce cu…

  3. ABC 7 Chicago

    Up to 5 cups of coffee per day may potentially lower heart disease risk, doctors say (opens ABC 7 Chicago)

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    ABC 7 Chicago's feed description

    Drinking up to five cups of coffee a day is safe for most adults, and regular coffee consumption may be linked to a lower risk of stroke, diabetes and heart failure.

  4. Southern Minnesota

    Is drinking coffee good or bad for the heart? (opens Southern Minnesota)

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    Southern Minnesota's feed description

    A new scientific study claims drinking up to five cups of coffee every day is safe for most adults.

  5. BizPac Review

    Drinking coffee is actually good for your heart, but there’s a catch (opens BizPac Review)

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    BizPac Review's feed description

    Drinking up to five cups of coffee per day is safe for most adults and potentially comes with certain heart health benefits, the American Heart Association said […]

  6. The Hill

    Drinking 5 cups of coffee a day is safe and could reduce heart risk: Report (opens The Hill)

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    The Hill's feed description

    Higher caffeine intake, including levels found in energy drinks, was associated with cardiovascular harm.

  7. KING 5 Seattle

    How much coffee is safe to drink in a day? What new research says (opens KING 5 Seattle)

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    KING 5 Seattle's feed description

    The report from the American Heart Association addressed the complex relationship between caffeine and cardiovascular health.

  8. Money Talks News

    Here’s How Much Coffee Is Safe to Drink Every Day, Research Says (opens Money Talks News)

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    Money Talks News's feed description

    The American Heart Association says up to five cups a day is fine, but energy drinks could raise your risk instead.

  9. Newsweek

    Scientists Reveal Why Up to 5 Cups of Coffee a Day May Benefit Heart Health (opens Newsweek)

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    Newsweek's feed description

    New AHA guidance says up to 5 cups of coffee a day may benefit heart health, with experts noting energy drinks still pose risks.

  10. Conservative Review

    COFFEE CURE: Daily cup of joe (or 3) good for your heart, docs say (opens Conservative Review)

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    Conservative Review's feed description

    Coffee enthusiasts can rest assured that their favorite pastime has the backing of scientific evidence. On Monday, the American Heart Association released what it is calling a scientific statement advising how much coffee is safe to drink for the average person each day.

  11. WANE Fort Wayne

    How much caffeinated coffee is too much for heart health? (opens WANE Fort Wayne)

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    WANE Fort Wayne's feed description

    New research shows that consuming 5 cups of caffeinated coffee a day is safe for most adults and may even benefit drinkers, according to the American Heart Association.

  12. PhillyVoice

    How much coffee is safe to drink? American Heart Association weighs in (opens PhillyVoice)

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    PhillyVoice's feed description

    Drinking up to 5 cups of black coffee per day is safe for the average adult and could promote good heart health, an American Heart Association study finds. But researchers caution that the impact of coffee consumption differs from person to person.

  13. NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth

    American Heart Association: Drinking coffee may lower the risk of heart disease (opens NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth)

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    NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth's feed description

    The Dallas-based American Heart Association (AHA) said drinking a cup of coffee a day actually might not be enough. A new study shows the relationship between caffeine and heart health is complex. “The latest research indicates consuming up to 5 cups (8 oz.

  14. NBC Chicago

    Up to 5 cups of coffee a day may be safe, Heart Association says (opens NBC Chicago)

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    NBC Chicago's feed description

    A customer carries a cup of coffee to her table at Colson Patisserie on February 22, 2016. (Photo by Bryan Thomas/Getty Images)

  15. Not The Bee

    American Heart Association Says Five Cups Of Coffee Per Day Could Lower Risk Of Stroke, Diabetes, Heart Failure (opens Not The Bee)

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    Not The Bee's feed description

    I had just headed to the kitchen for my fifth cup of coffee of the day when I came across this article

  16. Fox News

    Coffee lovers can take heart: Up to 5 cups a day appears safe for most adults, experts say (opens Fox News)

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    Fox News's feed description

    The American Heart Association says up to 400 milligrams of caffeine daily may lower risk of heart disease, stroke and Type 2 diabetes — with a key caveat.

  17. AL.com

    Drink 5 cups of coffee per day? Turns out it could be good for you (opens AL.com)

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    AL.com's feed description

    Five cups may seem like a lot to some people, but it turns out it may be the magic number for a variety of health reasons.

  18. WMUR

    5 cups of coffee a day is fine for most adults, heart association says (opens WMUR)

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    WMUR's feed description

    Up to five cups of coffee a day could keep the doctor away. That’s according to a new scientific statement released Monday by the American Heart Association, addressing years of conflicting advice about caffeine and the heart.

  19. Inc.

    American Heart Association to Coffee Fans: Go Ahead and Have 5 Cups a Day (as Long as You Also Do This) (opens Inc.)

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    Inc.'s feed description

    A new statement from the nation’s heart doctors should help you enjoy your morning coffee with less guilt and anxiety.

  20. Seattle Times

    How much coffee a day is safe for your heart? AHA issues statement on caffeine (opens Seattle Times)

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    Seattle Times's feed description

    The American Heart Association says most adults can safely drink up to five cups of coffee a day. Here are the key takeaways on health effects of caffeinated coffee.

  21. KRDO

    New research finds up to five cups of coffee a day may support heart health (opens KRDO)

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    KRDO's feed description

    DENVER, Colo. (KRDO) -- Drinking up to five cups of coffee a day is generally safe for most adults and may even benefit heart health, according to a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association.

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