1. It protects your heart: If you drink 1 to 3 cups a day, you are less likely to have a stroke.

2. It diverts diabetes: The antioxidants in coffee can help boost your cells' sensitivity to insulin, which helps regulate blood sugar. Don't drink too much though – and mix in decaf when you are able to.

3. Your liver loves it: Although the research has not completely confirmed this, it is said that coffee helps lower your risk for liver disease.

4. It boosts your brain power: If you drink between 1 and 5 cups of coffee a day, you lower your risk for diseases such as dementia, Alzheimer's, and Parkinson's disease.

5. It helps your headaches: According to studies, 200 milligrams of caffeine (roughly 16 ounces of brewed coffee) can help reduce your headaches – even migraines.