There has been pressure on the French press, which makes delicious and convenient coffee. According to research, unfiltered coffee can raise LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol). The process involves pressing coffee grounds to the bottom of a pitcher, without paper filters, using a mesh filter plunger. The remaining liquid is poured and consumed.
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How French Press Coffee Affects
Cholesterol
When consumed in large quantities (six cups or more a day), the oily materials released during steeping are known to raise blood cholesterol levels. French press coffee contains more oily materials than filtered or instant coffee because it is unfiltered. It may raise HDL (good) cholesterol levels through cholesterol ester transfer protein (CTEP) while raising LDL (bad) cholesterol levels through higher levels.
How To Enjoy French Press Coffee Without
Increasing Your Cholesterol
The consumption of coffee in moderation shouldn’t raise cholesterol, nor should it cause health problems. Be mindful of saturated fat when adding cream, half-and-half, butter, or coconut oil to your coffee. Saturated fat can also affect LDL cholesterol levels.
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The Takeaway
French press coffee and cholesterol studies should be evaluated considering several factors. The health and demographics of the people studied, what they choose to add to their coffee, and the use of medications are all factors linked to the coffee itself, roasting degree, particle size, and brew method.
Coffee diterpenes and other compounds have multiple health effects that are likely to occur simultaneously, but more research is needed to prove this.