Coffee Linked to 17% Drop in Mortality, Extending Life by Nearly 2 Years: Study
November 17, 2024Recent research indicates that coffee consumption is linked to a significant 17% reduction in major causes of mortality, which may translate to an increased healthspan of approximately 1.8 years.
This conclusion is supported by over 50 studies conducted across diverse geographic regions and ethnicities, demonstrating that coffee intake is associated with lower mortality rates from major diseases, including cardiovascular, cerebrovascular, and cancer-related illnesses.
The beneficial effects of coffee are attributed to its key components, such as caffeine and chlorogenic acids, which help preserve biological mechanisms that combat aging, including maintaining genomic stability and protecting against macromolecular damage.
Additionally, coffee plays a role in managing stress adaptation and inflammation, both of which are critical factors in the aging process.
These findings reinforce the recommendation to maintain coffee consumption as a healthy lifestyle choice throughout one's life.
Regular consumption of moderate doses of coffee is consistently linked to a reduction in all-cause mortality.
However, further research is necessary to clarify the specific benefits of coffee consumption in older adults and to identify the optimal types and doses of coffee for achieving maximum health benefits.
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