Recently, though, researchers have begun questioning the need to cease caffeine intake at all in Hepatitis C patients. In fact, studies are beginning to show that the caffeine found in coffee is actually beneficial to these patients. In Hepatitis C, high levels of the serum Alanine Aminotransferase can cause significant liver damage. Recent studies have shown that caffeine found in coffee is reducing the levels of this serum found in patients.

One such study was done by researchers at the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. This large study showed that the risk of elevated serum levels decreased with each additional cup of coffee. Drinking at least two cups of coffee daily had the highest level of benefit. However, if patients drank no coffee or only decaffeinated coffee, they did not achieve the same results.

Why it is proving that coffee and caffeine block the production of this serum is unknown at this time. However, it has been speculated that the caffeine blocks a receptor found in both the brain and the liver. This may help the body become immune to some of the effects of Hepatitis C that cause the increase in this serum.

In conclusion, there is currently no scientific evidence that drinking coffee causes problems for people with C type Hepatitis. In fact, the possibility of drinking coffee in moderation being helpful for such patients seems to be increasing.
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