Caffeinated Coffee May Lower Dementia Risk, New Study Finds
Pour yourself a cup for this one: A massive study of over 130,000 people suggests that regular caffeinated coffee might be more than just a morning ritual—it could be a shield against dementia. Published in JAMA, the research found that those drinking 2-3 cups daily had an 18% lower risk of developing dementia compared to non-drinkers. The benefits weren’t just statistical fluff either—coffee drinkers also showed better performance on cognitive tests and lower rates of “subjective cognitive decline,” a subtle but telling sign of brain health. The study’s strength lies in its scale and longevity. Tracking data from the Nurses’…