Caffeine’s Cognitive Edge: Why Coffee Might Shield Your Brain From Dementia
Coffee lovers, wine enthusiasts, tea devotees—your daily ritual might be more than just a morning habit. A landmark study tracking 131,820 people over 43 years reveals a startling link: two to three cups of caffeinated coffee or one to two cups of tea daily could lower dementia risk by up to 25%. The findings, published in JAMA, suggest caffeine’s role in preserving cognitive function isn’t just anecdotal. Researchers adjusted for factors like diet, education, and family history, ensuring the results weren’t skewed by other variables. Even those with genetic risks for Alzheimer’s saw benefits, hinting at caffeine’s potential as a…

