Dr. Howard Smith Oncall

Vidcast:  https://youtu.be/wvab4Bj4SIc We’ve known for years that coffee can be good for your digestion as it helps keep you regular,  reduces risk of gallstones, and keeps your liver humming along.  A new study from the University of Texas at Galveston explores that reasons for this conclusion.  Their studies were carried out in a rat model. These investigators found that, when exposed to coffee for three successive days, the small and large intestines of the tests animals showed more forceful muscular activity than seen in animals on a coffee-free diet..  In addition, the bacteria within the guts of the experimental animals showed slower growth in the coffee-fed animals.  Most interesting was the observation that gut contractions increased and bacterial proliferation decreased whether or not the coffee was caffeinated or decaf. Healthline.com summarizes the known benefits of coffee: Boost energy. Burns fat. Improves physical performance. Contains essential B vitamins and minerals. May lower diabetes risk.