Regular coffee consumption may help reduce cognitive decline in elderly patients with atrial fibrillation (AF), a common heart condition linked to dementia. New research from the University Hospital Zurich explored this connection among over 2,400 AF patients. The study found that higher coffee intake was associated with better cognitive performance and lower inflammatory markers, suggesting potential protective effects against cognitive impairment.
• Atrial fibrillation affects 5% of those over 65 and increases dementia risk.
• Participants who drank more coffee scored significantly better on cognitive tests.
• Cognitive age was found to be nearly 7 years younger in high coffee consumers.
• Inflammatory markers decreased by over 20% in those consuming five cups daily.
Understanding the relationship between coffee and cognitive health is crucial. As AF becomes more prevalent with age, finding ways to mitigate its cognitive impacts is vital. This research highlights coffee's potential role in enhancing cognitive function and reducing inflammation, offering hope for better management of cognitive health in vulnerable populations.
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