Coffee And High Blood Pressure

Is There A Link Between Coffee And High Blood Pressure?

Many people enjoy coffee because it sharpens focus and lifts energy.

That same stimulating action is also what can nudge blood pressure upward for a short while.

It's a short burst of exercise for the heart.

John Higgins, MD, a cardiologist and professor of medicine at UTHealth Houston, agrees that this happens and notes that the general answer is yes. 

Moderate coffee use is usually acceptable for people whose blood pressure is stable or only slightly raised, though individuals react differently.

While caffeine can push readings higher for a brief period, long-term drinking patterns tell another story. 

Several studies report no added risk of hypertension among people who drink coffee often.

A review of 13 cohort studies found no clear link between coffee intake and the development of high blood pressure. 

A separate 2023 review even noted that heavier coffee consumption was tied to a 7 percent lower risk of hypertension. 

The evidence suggests that people who drink coffee regularly tend to build tolerance to caffeine’s short-lived effect on blood pressure.

How much caffeine is too much?

Who Should Avoid Drinking Coffee?

Drinking coffee is generally safe for those with steady or slightly raised blood pressure, and the greater concern usually lies with uncontrolled hypertension. 

Still, people who are sensitive to caffeine or have poorly managed blood pressure should be monitored more carefully.

Extra caution is advised if you have:

Uncontrolled stage 2 or 3 hypertension.

Organ damage tied to long-standing high blood pressure or other chronic illnesses, Heart rhythm problems, particularly atrial fibrillation Conditions such as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.

In these situations, consider limiting or avoiding caffeinated coffee until your readings improve.

Keep in mind that coffee is only one part of the overall blood pressure care.

Do not overlook reducing sodium intake, staying active,  managing weight, and following the prescribed treatment as a must.

Stay healthy!

Thank you for reading,

Tim.

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