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·June 25, 2025·3 min read

Caffeine Gives Cells an Energy Boost Against Aging

New research shows that caffeine may help slow ageing at the cellular level by activating AMPK, a key energy-sensing pathway. Using fission yeast as a model for human cells, scientists found that caffeine boosts AMPK activity, which helps cells manage stress, repair DNA, and regulate growth.

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·June 17, 2025·6 min read

How You Take Your Coffee May Impact Your Risk of Early Death

A new study finds that drinking 1–2 cups of black or lightly sweetened coffee per day is associated with a lower risk of death from all causes and cardiovascular disease. Using national survey data from over 46,000 adults, researchers found a 14–17% reduction in mortality risk among moderate coffee drinkers, but only when sugar and saturated fat were kept low.

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·June 3, 2025·5 min read

Midlife Caffeine Intake Linked to Healthy Aging

A long-term study following nearly 50,000 women over 30 years found that drinking caffeinated coffee in midlife is linked to healthier aging. Women who drank regular coffee were more likely to avoid chronic disease, cognitive decline, and physical impairment later in life.

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·May 29, 2025·5 min read

Caffeine Disrupts Sleep Brainwaves and Delays Nighttime Recovery

A new study reveals that caffeine increases the complexity of brain activity during sleep, especially in younger adults, potentially disrupting the brain’s ability to recover overnight. Researchers used EEG and AI to analyze sleep in 40 adults after caffeine or placebo intake, identifying less predictable brain signals and increased wake-like brainwave patterns.

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·June 18, 2024·4 min read

Your Caffeine Craving: Genetic or Learned?

A new study suggests that your love for coffee may be influenced by your genes. Researchers compared genetic data with coffee consumption habits in the U.S. and the U.K., finding a genetic link to coffee intake. However, the study also revealed complex relationships between coffee consumption, certain health conditions, and the environment.

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·May 28, 2024·4 min read

Caffeine Intake Doesn’t Slow Parkinson’s Progression

A new study examined the impact of caffeine on brain dopamine function in Parkinson's patients, finding no benefits on disease progression. High caffeine consumption was linked to a greater decrease in dopamine transporter binding, likely due to a compensatory mechanism rather than neuron loss.

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·May 7, 2024·5 min read

Caffeine’s Double-Edged Sword: Boosting Energy or Risking Health?

The caffeinated beverage industry continues to thrive, with the coffee sector alone generating significant economic activity. Yet, despite its popularity for boosting alertness and physical performance, caffeine, a powerful stimulant, can lead to dependence and exacerbate health issues.

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·December 12, 2023·5 min read

Caffeine’s Impact on Decision-Making

A new study reveals that caffeine consumption can improve the accuracy of football passes, but it negatively affects players' decision-making and tactical skills. The study involved 12 young footballers who completed tasks measuring passing accuracy and decision-making, both with and without caffeine intake.

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·November 25, 2023·5 min read

Brain Brew: How Daily Coffee Habits May Affect Brain Plasticity and Learning

Researchers explore how chronic caffeine consumption potentially impacts brain plasticity and the effectiveness of repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation (rTMS). The research indicates that regular caffeine users might experience diminished long-term potentiation (LTP), a crucial process for learning and memory.

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·November 10, 2023·5 min read

Sleep’s Frenemies: Alcohol vs. Caffeine

A new study turned previous assumptions on their head, finding that alcohol and caffeine may offset each other's negative effects on sleep when consumed together. Over a six-week period, financial traders' sleep logs revealed that the combined use of caffeine and alcohol didn't exacerbate poor sleep as expected but showed a complex interplay that affected their sleep patterns.

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·October 5, 2023·5 min read

Caffeine Cuts Parkinson’s, Even with Genetic Predisposition

New research unveils a significant correlation between caffeine consumption and a lowered risk of Parkinson’s Disease (PD) for individuals with Asian gene variants linked to the disorder. The study involving 4,488 subjects disclosed that regular consumption of tea or coffee curtailed the risk of developing PD by four to eight times compared to non-caffeine drinkers who have the gene.

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·August 8, 2023·5 min read

Music and Coffee May Boost Brain Power

A recent study reveals that everyday pleasures like music and coffee can significantly enhance cognitive performance. Utilizing groundbreaking brain-monitoring technology, the study examined brain activity during cognitive tests under various stimulants, including music, coffee, and perfume.

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Caffeine

Caffeine Gives Cells an Energy Boost Against Aging

How You Take Your Coffee May Impact Your Risk of Early Death

Midlife Caffeine Intake Linked to Healthy Aging

Caffeine Disrupts Sleep Brainwaves and Delays Nighttime Recovery

Your Caffeine Craving: Genetic or Learned?

Caffeine Intake Doesn’t Slow Parkinson’s Progression

Caffeine’s Double-Edged Sword: Boosting Energy or Risking Health?

Caffeine’s Impact on Decision-Making

Brain Brew: How Daily Coffee Habits May Affect Brain Plasticity and Learning

Sleep’s Frenemies: Alcohol vs. Caffeine

Caffeine Cuts Parkinson’s, Even with Genetic Predisposition

Music and Coffee May Boost Brain Power

When Words Aren’t Enough: Autistic Adults Navigate Nonverbal Challenges

Protein Found to Strengthen Brain Cell Connections for Memory

Oxytocin Boosts Mother-Infant Bond in Postpartum Depression

Common Pain Medication Linked to Cognitive Decline Risk

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