Drinking coffee may help women maintain mental and physical health as they age. A recent study analyzed data from over 47,000 women collected over 30 years. It found that those who consumed caffeinated coffee during midlife showed a higher chance of aging healthily. Healthy aging is defined as living past 70 without major chronic diseases and maintaining good mental and physical health.
Key findings include:
• Women drinking caffeinated coffee (not tea or decaf) showed better aging outcomes.
• Each additional cup of coffee per day increased the likelihood of healthy aging by 2-5%.
• Soda consumption was linked to a lower chance of healthy aging, while moderate coffee intake was beneficial.
• Healthy lifestyle habits, such as exercise and diet, play a crucial role alongside coffee consumption.
Understanding the connection between coffee and healthy aging is important. It highlights how simple dietary choices can impact long-term health. This research encourages women to consider coffee as part of a healthy lifestyle, but moderation is key.
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