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Caffeine’s Cognitive Edge: Why Coffee Might Shield Your Brain From Dementia

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…
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Stingless Bees Could Revolutionize Coffee Farming in Brazil

Stingless Bees Could Revolutionize Coffee Farming in Brazil

There’s something brewing in Brazil’s coffee fields—and it’s not just the beans. A new study reveals that native stingless bees might be the key to boosting yields without sacrificing pest control. Researchers found that coffee branches near colonies of Scaptotrigona depilis produced 67% more fruit than those farther away, hinting at a symbiotic relationship between bees and arabica plants. This isn’t just a lab experiment—it’s a real-world test on full-sun farms, where bees coexist with pesticides and conventional farming practices. The study, published in Frontiers in Bee Science, tracked six conventional farms in Minas Gerais and São Paulo, placing 10…
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