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Debunking coffee myths: How much of what you see online is actually true?

There are so many videos across social media sharing the purported health benefits and drawbacks of coffee – but how many of these are based on scientific evidence, and how many are actually misinformation?
August 10, 2026

Kate Hilton, registered Dietitian and Head of Nutrition and Dietetics at Diets Debunked, aims to debunk diet myths across social media and provide credible health information that is supported by scientific research:

"There are so many coffee myths on social media. Many of them are based on grains of truth that have been exaggerated or taken out of context, while others are simply not supported by the evidence. From the best time to drink coffee, to its impact on your heart health, digestion and sports performance, it can be difficult for people to separate credible health information from viral trends. That’s why it is so important to look critically at what we see online, check where information is coming from, and rely on qualified health professionals and reputable, science-backed sources when making decisions about diet and health."

Here, Kate shares information on coffee and health that is backed by evidence, and debunks those myths which are in fact, myths.

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