Saudi health ministry clarifies safe daily coffee intake
The Ministry of Health says safe coffee consumption depends on caffeine content, not cup count, with a recommended adult limit of 400 mg per day.
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AIThe Ministry of Health, via its "Live Healthy" account on X, has clarified that the correct measure for daily coffee consumption is based on total caffeine intake, not the number of cups.
The ministry noted that while some reports link drinking five cups of coffee a day to a reduced risk of certain heart diseases, this number is not suitable for everyone. It pointed out that caffeine content varies depending on the type of coffee, cup size, and preparation method.
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The ministry added that the Saudi Food and Drug Authority recommends adults consume no more than 400 mg of caffeine per day. It stressed that this limit does not necessarily equal five cups of coffee, as caffeine levels differ across beverages.