Sipping on a cup of joe can do more than give you an energy boost.

Many people wish to live long and healthy lives.

Read on to discover how coffee can improve your health and help you live longer.

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Additionally, coffee containsmagnesiumand potassium, two nutrients that support your metabolism, potentially making weight management easier.

Your best bet for supporting heart health is drinking it black.

The antioxidants in coffee may also protect against cell damage that contributes to cancer development.

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The Bottom Line

Who doesn’t want to live a long and healthy life?

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