How to defend your coffee addiction

Though I don't often take them particularly seriously, I must admit to loving this kind of medical inquiry. It helps us feel a little less guilty about our vices. Fire away:

[Research has shown that] coffee can protect your heart, reduce the risk of prostate and breast cancer, and curb the risk of fibrosis among those with fatty liver disease. The research even extends to the bustling, steamy shops from which we procure our daily java fix: studies show being surrounded by a moderate amount of noise can actually make you more creative.