Up to 5 cups of coffee a day may be safe, experts say [G6dTonpbPoo]

Health Updated on August 09, 2026 EDT — Published on August 09, 2026 EDT

Coffee lovers may have reason to celebrate. The American Heart Association says up to five 8-ounce cups of black coffee a day is generally safe for most adults. Stay connected with NBC Bay Area online: Bluesky: WhatsApp: Download our mobile app: On iOS: On Android: Watch our 24/7 streaming channel: Sign up for our newsletters: