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Sir, what is the maximum intake ( in cups) of coffee or tea we can drink in a day? including - im already drinking 1 cup of strong green tea..

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Two – 4 cups of coffee: There's been recent literature to suggest that intake of 2 to 4 cups of coffee daily is actually beneficial to your health. There have been long-standing studies demonstrating the benefits of caffeine and general health. Excessive caffeine should be avoided.

Answered 5/12/2014

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A member asked:

Sir, what is the maximum intake ( in cups) of coffee or tea we can drink in a day? including - im already drinking 1 cup of strong green tea..

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Dr. Harry Dollahite answered

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