Decaf Coffee: Is It Healthy? by Dana Angelo White in Is it Healthy?, August 16, 2012
If caffeine gives you the jitters you may opt for coffee that’s “de-buzzed.” But is this a healthy choice?
Yes?
While caffeine does have some health benefits, too much can be harmful, especially if you have a heart condition. For this reason, many folks opt for the decaf version of their morning (or evening) Joe. Decaf can also come in handy if you’re trying to break the caffeine habit. Pregnant women sometimes switch to decaf to keep their morning ritual somewhat intact.
Coffee is also famous for it’s antioxidant content. Some of the specific antioxidants vary depending on the type of coffee bean, but both decaf and regular provide some of these cell protecting nutrients.
