Coffee and mood: What does the latest research reveal? Plus, coffee has been linked to a number of health benefits, such as a reduced risk of certain cancers and cardiovascular disease. Coffee has been linked to a number of health benefits, including a reduced risk of developing certain cancers, and of developing cardiovascular disease. This allowed the research team to capture the influence of caffeine in daily life, rather than through controlled laboratory experiments. Consumer attitudes towards coffee is evolving, and the industry has an exciting opportunity to evolve with them.