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Scientists reveal the surprising truth about coffee and blood pressure
4+ hour, 39+ min ago (844+ words) Coffee has been part of human culture for more than 600 years, and today it remains one of the world's most popular drinks. People now consume nearly two kilograms of coffee per person each year on average, often with strong opinions…...
This daily habit could lower dementia risk by 35%, scientists say
4+ day, 14+ hour ago (805+ words) Scientists say your daily coffee habit may do more than give you an energy boost. New research suggests that drinking a moderate amount of caffeinated coffee or tea could help lower the risk of dementia as people age. However, the…...
Scientists just discovered what coffee is really doing to your gut and brain
2+ week, 13+ hour ago (499+ words) Researchers at APC Microbiome Ireland, a leading research center at University College Cork, have taken a major step toward understanding how coffee benefits the body. For the first time, scientists have closely examined how coffee interacts with the gut-brain axis,…...
Your morning coffee could one day help fight cancer
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (560+ words) Chemogenetics involves directing cell behavior with small external molecules, often medications or dietary compounds, that activate specially engineered switches inside targeted cells. Unlike conventional drugs that can affect many tissues throughout the body, this method is designed to work only…...
Surprising heart study finds daily coffee may cut AFib risk by 39%
6+ mon, 1+ week ago (389+ words) New research suggests that drinking coffee may actually help protect against atrial fibrillation (AFib), a common heart rhythm disorder that causes the heart to beat too quickly and irregularly, sometimes leading to stroke or heart failure. Why Coffee May Help…...
ADHD drugs don't work the way we thought
4+ mon, 2+ week ago (369+ words) Prescription stimulant drugs such as Ritalin and Adderall are commonly used to treat attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), including among children. In the United States, an estimated 3. 5 million children ages 3 to 17 take medication for ADHD. That number has risen as…...
Cocoa and tea may protect your heart from the hidden damage of sitting
5+ mon, 3+ week ago (479+ words) New findings from the University of Birmingham suggest that regularly eating foods rich in flavanols, including tea, berries, apples, and cocoa, may help protect men's blood vessels from the negative effects that occur during long periods of sitting. Sedentary habits…...
Why so many young kids with ADHD are getting the wrong treatment
8+ mon, 2+ day ago (676+ words) The finding, published on Aug. 29 in JAMA Network Open, highlights a gap in medical care for 4- and 5-year-olds with ADHD. Treatment guidelines recommend that these young children and their families try six months of behavior therapy before starting ADHD medication....
Coffee at night may increase risky behavior, especially in women
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (543+ words) Do you reach for coffee at night to stay awake? New research from The University of Texas at El Paso suggests that habit may come with an unexpected downside. Scientists found that consuming caffeine at night can increase impulsive behavior,…...
Your daily coffee may be protecting your brain, 43-year study finds
1+ mon, 4+ week ago (425+ words) Why Prevention Matters for Dementia Preventing dementia early is especially important because current treatments are limited and generally provide only modest benefits after symptoms begin. As a result, scientists are increasingly focusing on lifestyle factors, including diet, that may influence…...