Yes, coffee and milk are beneficial together. Milk contributes many of its own unique health benefits, such as calcium and protein, while research has proven that adding milk in no way reduces the antioxidants absorbed from coffee. Adding milk to coffee is especially useful if you suffer from acid reflux because the milk helps to neutralize the coffee’s acidity. Another good reason to add milk to coffee is the taste. There is a reason that all the traditional Italian espresso drinks, like lattes and cappuccinos, use dairy milk. Its mild sweetness when heated is the perfect foil for espresso’s rich bitterness, and when steamed, milk is unique in its ability to form a silky smooth microfoam. There are a few times adding milk to coffee may not be beneficial. If you’re trying to lose weight, be aware that milk will increase the calories of your drink, especially milk with a higher fat content. Also, if you’re drinking coffee to soothe a cold, it’s best to leave the dairy out of it. Milk is known to increase mucus production in some people.