Coffee hits diabetes.

Byline: JOE ROBERTS

DRINKING coffee could protect people from diabetes, a study has claimed.

Scientists found those who drink at least seven cups a day were 50 per cent less likely to develop the disease.

The study, on Type 2 diabetes, was carried out by the the Institute for Public Health and the Environment in Bilt- hoven, Holland.

However, researcher Dr Rob van Dam said: "Our findings need to be replicated and adverse effects on other health issues should be considered in the choice to drink coffee."