Coffee reduced the risk of irritable bowel syndrome

Consumption of any amount of coffee reduces the likelihood of irritable bowel syndrome. The most significant effect was found with frequent consumption of the drink.

Scientists from the National University of Singapore have evaluated the effect of coffee on the risk of irritable bowel syndrome. The results of the study are published in the journal Nutrients.

Consumption of any amount of coffee compared to the control reduced the likelihood of irritable bowel syndrome by 16%. The most significant risk reduction was found in people who consumed larger amounts of coffee.

People who consumed 0.5-1 cup of coffee per day had a 7% lower risk of developing the condition. The likelihood of developing irritable bowel syndrome was reduced by 9% if they consumed 2-3 cups of coffee per day. If a participant drank 4 cups of coffee a day or more, the risk was reduced by 19%. Soluble coffee had an even greater impact - the risk reduction was 20%.

Data from 187 studies were analyzed. The final analysis included eight studies with a total of 432,022 participants.

The authors of the meta-analysis emphasize that coffee contains more than 100 compounds, varying depending on their source, degree of roasting and method of preparation. Compounds found in coffee have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, may protect against the development of liver fibrosis, as well as affect gut microflora, motility and permeability.

Scientists emphasize the need for further research to confirm the impact of coffee on the risk of pathology and its symptoms.