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Caffeine in Your Blood May Affect Body Fat And Diabetes Risk, Study Reveals : ScienceAlert

Last updated: October 19, 2024 3:09 pm
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The Impact of Caffeine on Body Fat Levels and Disease Risk

The levels of caffeine in your blood could have a significant impact on the amount of body fat you carry, ultimately affecting your risk of developing type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. A recent 2023 study conducted by researchers from the Karolinska Institute in Sweden, the University of Bristol, and Imperial College London used genetic markers to establish a stronger link between caffeine levels, BMI, and the risk of type 2 diabetes.

The study found that individuals with higher genetically predicted plasma caffeine concentrations tended to have lower BMI and whole body fat mass. Additionally, these individuals had a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes. The researchers estimated that approximately half of the effect of caffeine on type 2 diabetes risk was mediated through the reduction in BMI.

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Caffeine in your blood may help determine your risk of developing type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. (StockSnap/Pixabay)

The study analyzed data from nearly 10,000 individuals using genetic databases and focused on variations in specific genes related to caffeine metabolism. Individuals with variations in genes such as CYP1A2 and AHR, which affect the breakdown of caffeine, tended to have slower caffeine metabolism and lower caffeine consumption.

By applying Mendelian randomization, the researchers were able to establish causal relationships between these genetic variations, BMI, type 2 diabetes risk, and other lifestyle factors. While a clear link was found between caffeine levels, BMI, and type 2 diabetes risk, no significant association was observed with cardiovascular diseases.

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It’s possible the effects are due to the way caffeine increases thermogenesis (heat production) and fat oxidation (turning fat into energy) in the body. (Guido Mieth/Getty Images)

Prior research has suggested that moderate caffeine consumption can lead to better heart health and lower BMI. The latest study adds further insights into the mechanisms by which caffeine affects the body, particularly in relation to metabolism and fat oxidation.

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While caffeine intake has shown short-term benefits in weight and fat mass reduction, the long-term effects remain unclear. The researchers believe that caffeine’s impact on thermogenesis and fat oxidation may contribute to its metabolic effects, but further research is needed to confirm these findings.

Despite the potential health benefits of caffeine, it’s essential to consider the possible negative effects and exercise caution when consuming it. The study underscores the importance of understanding how caffeine influences our health and metabolism.

The research was published in BMJ Medicine, highlighting the significance of caffeine intake in relation to body fat levels and disease risk.

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