The debate over the health effects of coffee has been going on since at least 1674, according to the United States Department of Agriculture, when a group of English women petitioned to have the substance banned. Since then, studies have revealed that though coffee does have certain health benefits -- as well as drawbacks -- no evidence proves that you can treat cervical cancer, or any form of cancer, by drinking it.
Coffee and Cancer
According to the United States Department of Agriculture, or USDA, the relationship between coffee and cervical cancer is not entirely clear. While no evidence shows that coffee increases the risks of any cancer, no evidence illustrates that coffee decreases the risk of cervical cancer. Some evidence indicates that people who drink four or more cups of coffee a day have a lower risk for colon cancer, but not necessarily for other types of cancer.
Health Benefits
While coffee may not prevent cervical cancer, it does have other positive health effects. The USDA reports that regular coffee drinkers have a lower risk for developing type 2 diabetes than those who aren't regular drinkers.
Women who have consumed coffee throughout their lives have an improved ability to perform on certain cognitive tests. Coffee has been shown to reduce the risk of liver damage in those prone to liver disease and has also been associated with a lower risk of Parkinson's disease.
Negative Effects
Coffee also has some potential downsides. The USDA reports that coffee consumption is associated with increased blood pressure as well as increased and irregular heart rate. This effect is primarily due to the presence of caffeine in coffee, a natural stimulant. The USDA recommends that people with hypertension, children and the elderly should only drink coffee with caution, as they may be more prone to the negative effects.
Drinking Coffee with Cervical Cancer
The University of Maryland Medical Center reports that you can reduce your chances of developing cervical cancer by taking certain nutritional actions, one of which is not drinking coffee. You should also refrain from ingesting other stimulants, as well as alcohol and tobacco. The center also recommends that you avoid eating refined foods and eat more antioxidant-rich foods, such as fruits, tomatoes, squash and bell peppers.
