If you find yourself feeling a tad guilty about your coffee habit, and consider it one of your nutritional vices, it might be time to reconsider the regret. Coffee is actually one of the top sources of antioxidants, with a multitude of health-promoting properties.

Here are eight science-based health benefits of java, along with three coffee-centric recipes. We've also included a reference guide to body-friendly coffee add-ins, and how much is too much when it comes to America's favorite pick-me-up.

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