However, these inconveniences do not concern everyone. Some people tolerate coffee with milk very well, while others experience bloating, nausea or accelerated transit. With age, the decrease in the enzyme lactase, essential for digesting lactose, could explain these discomforts. In addition, milk accentuates the acidity of coffee, increasing the risk of heartburn, especially in people prone to gastric reflux.
A light at the end of the cup: the unsuspected benefits
The debate remains open. A recent study conducted by the University of Copenhagen highlights the anti-inflammatory properties of coffee with milk. According to this work, the polyphenols in coffee combined with the amino acids in milk would strengthen antioxidants, reducing inflammation in the body. A discovery that counterbalances the sometimes complicated digestive effects of this mixture.
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