By Dr. Priyom Bose, Ph.D. Reviewed by Lauren Hardaker Nov 19 2025 A new scientific review reveals the molecular networks underlying coffee’s most potent compounds, demonstrating how this everyday drink may reduce disease risks through its coordinated antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective effects. Study: Transforming coffee from an empirical beverage to a targeted nutritional intervention: health effects of coffee's core functional components on chronic diseases . Image credit: