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How many cups of coffee you can safely drink a day, according to doctor

Doctor explains how many coffees you can safely drink in a day
  • Doctor Zoe Williams shared advice on safe daily coffee consumption.
  • The Food Standards Agency recommends consuming no more than 400 milligrams of caffeine per day.
  • This limit equates to four cups of instant coffee made at home.
  • Alternatively, it is equivalent to two barista-prepared coffees, which typically use a double shot.
  • Dr Williams warned that excessive coffee intake can impair a person's judgement.
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