Bioactive potential and chemical compounds of coffee.

For decades, coffee has held the distinction of being the most commercially prominent food product and the most universally consumed beverage worldwide. Since the inauguration of the inaugural coffee house in Mecca toward the conclusion of the 15th century, coffee consumption has experienced exponential growth across the globe. Coffee, renowned globally as a beloved beverage, contains a diverse array of compounds known to benefit health. Its prominent phytochemistry contributes to its favorable reputation. Caffeine, a primary constituent, leads this intricate blend of bioactive substances, each exerting various physiological effects. Coffee is rich in potassium, magnesium, and vitamin B3. It encompasses lactones, diterpenes (such as cafestol and kahweol), niacin, and trigonellin, serving as a precursor to vitamin B3. This chapter aims to review and investigate the bioactive potential and chemical compounds of coffee. In the current study, different compounds are discussed. In conclusion, coffee is containing different compounds that can be impacted by different factors such as geographical condition, processing condition, etc.