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Excess coffee linked to weight gain

A study by the University of Western Australia has found that drinking five or more cups of coffee a day could lead to weight gain.

The effect is a result of a compound found in coffee, tea and some fruits including plums, known as chlorogenic acid. The compound had previously been known for its health benefits, such as increasing insulin sensitivity and reducing blood pressure and body fat accumulation.

Read more at The University of Western Australia

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