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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Julia Musto

The surprise heart benefit of coffee that can protect people against irregular heartbeats

Drinking just a cup of coffee a day could be enough to help protect against a common heart condition that affects more than 10 million Americans, a new study has found.

Atrial fibrillation, also known as A-Fib, is a disorder that can result in sudden heart death, heart failure and strokes. The number of people living with A-Fib has also been increasing in recent years, as more obesity levels and the age of the population rise.

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