A recent study presented at the American Society for Nutrition reveals that drinking coffee may have significant long-term health benefits for women. The research, led by Dr. Sara Mahdavi from the University of Toronto, analyzed data from the Nurses’ Health Study, which tracked 47,513 women over 30 years. The findings suggest that moderate coffee consumption is associated with a higher likelihood of healthy aging, defined as living past 70 without major chronic diseases.
• Each additional cup of coffee consumed daily is linked to a 2% to 5% increase in healthy aging chances, up to five cups.
• No similar benefits were found for decaffeinated coffee or tea; coffee's unique compounds seem crucial.
• Caffeinated soda was shown to decrease healthy aging chances by 20% to 26%.
• The study highlights the importance of combining coffee intake with other healthy habits like exercise and a balanced diet.
Understanding the potential benefits of coffee can encourage healthier lifestyle choices. While the study’s results are promising, they do not imply that coffee alone guarantees better health. It also emphasizes the need for further research to confirm these findings across diverse populations. Overall, moderate coffee consumption may be a beneficial habit for women, but it is not a substitute for a healthy lifestyle.
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