Is drinking coffee really bad for your health?

Jun 5, 2026 5 min

About this episode

Overstimulating, bad for heart health, a source of stress; coffee is often described in ways that make it sound like it’s not great for your health. But in reality, it mostly comes down to how much you drink. It’s true that drinking an excessive amount of coffee can cause sleep problems, a racing heart and anxiety. But when consumed in moderation, it actually has some benefits. What are those benefits then? Should I be drinking as much coffee as I possibly can then? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: Is it really good to drink coffee every morning? Is taking milk with coffee good for you? Is it bad to drink coffee after 4pm? A Bababam Originals podcast written and realised by Joseph Chance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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