A recent study presented at the American Society for Nutrition found that women aged 45 to 60 who consumed moderate amounts of coffee showed a 2-5% increased likelihood of healthy aging for each additional cup consumed daily. This research involved 47,513 women over three decades and defined healthy aging as living past 70 without major chronic diseases. Interestingly, the study found no significant benefits from decaf or tea, while soda consumption negatively impacted health. Though not a cure-all, coffee seems to be a beneficial aspect of a healthy lifestyle for those who tolerate it well.
We found that women who consumed moderate amounts of caffeinated coffee in midlife were more likely to age in good health, Sara Mahdavi, an adjunct professor in the University of Toronto's department of nutritional sciences who led the research, told TIME in an email.
The study didn't find any significant link between drinking decaf coffee or tea and the likelihood of healthy aging.
Each additional small glass of soda was associated with a 20-26% lower chance of good health.
That's not to say coffee is a cure-all, but for those who already drink and tolerate it well, it appears to be a positive part of a healthy lifestyle.
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