Postmenopausal women who drink as many as three cups of coffee a day have a reduced risk of dying of heart diseases, according to a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition.

Coffee consumption by sufferers of Attention Deficit and Hyperactivity Disorder (ADD/ADHD) may help to calm and focus their minds. No known rigorous medical studies have as yet been conducted to confirm anecdotal evidence, but parents of hyperactive children notice beneficial effects of coffee on their ADD/ADHD-afflicted children. Observations of the effectiveness of coffee in calming kids are numerous in ADD/ADHD forums and discussion sites across the Web.

German researchers say they’ve found a highly active compound, called methylpyridinium, in coffee that may prevent colon cancer. In studies with animals, this potent antioxidant compound appears to boost the activity of phase II enzymes, which are believed to protect against colon cancer.

Coffee could help boost a woman's sex drive, a US study says.

Coffee makes many people feel alert, energized and even more cheerful, but can that steaming espresso, latte or cappuccino make you smarter?