A new study predicts large coffee intakes increase risks of mild cognitive impairment, particularly among older segments of the population.
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But don’t give up on coffee science just yet – a theme has emerged from the more credible of the research, and the latest study in the dogpile is a worthy example.
A study from the c (ILSA) evaluated 1,445 people out of 5,632 individuals who were at least 65 years old and no more than 84, and it came to some rather alarming conclusions.
One of the surprising findings was that the ones who increased their coffee intake over the course were at double-fold risk of developing MCI in comparison to those who had reduced their coffee drinking habit to less than one cup. But if you’re thinking of drinking more coffee than usual, it might not be that good an idea after all, in light of the recent findings.
The researchers did not find any noticeable connection between mild cognitive impairment and coffee consumption in the case of participants who had more than two cups per day in comparison with those participants who never or rarely drank coffee.
A daily cup of coffee (or two) has been shown to provide some great benefits to those who drink it in the morning (or whenever you crave that earthy hot goodness). Surprisingly, higher MCI occurrences were registered among non-coffee drinkers, which proves that the study needs to be complemented by additional research in the field. It is known as an early sign of dementia and Alzheimer’s Disease.
People who increase their coffee consumption over time are at increased risk of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) which could lead to Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, a new study has warned.
In addition to the short-term effects of caffeine, some studies which looked at the long-term effects on brain function have shown evidence that coffee, tea, or caffeine consumption or higher plasma caffeine levels may be protective against cognitive impairment and dementia, with some important exceptions.
Scientists have concluded that the order of developing MCI would be as follows: non-coffee consumers are the most exposed to this type of disease; 2+ cup per day coffee consumers are fairly exposed, though less exposed than non-coffee consumers and 1 cup coffee consumers are well protected against MCI.
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The study was done by researchers at the University of Bari Aldo Moro, Bari, Geriatric Unit & Laboratory of Gerontology and Geriatrics, IRCCS San Giovanni Rotondo, Foggia and Istituto Superiore di Sanità (ISS), Roma all in Italy.
