Research has shown some benefits to drinking coffee! Firstly, the caffeine can help boost metabolic rate and (of course) improve energy levels, as well as certain brain functions like memory, mood, and reaction time. If you're drinking decaf, don't be discouraged! Coffee also contains some riboflavin, pantothenic acid and trace minerals. Furthermore, studies have shown that coffee drinkers have a reduced risk for developing type 2 diabetes, and may have lower risk for neurogenerative disorders and cancers later in life.