Coffee and Caffeine:
Articles on Coffee and Caffeine, Gourmet Coffee.
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Nov 12th, 2009
A compound in coffee called trigonelline (or “trig”) may have a role in estrogen-dependent breast cancer but also be helpful against the development of colon cancer. The bottom line at this point, according to Texas AgriLife Research investigators, is that trigonelline can act like a hormone.
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Oct 20th, 2009
Patients with chronic hepatitis C and advanced liver disease who drink three or more cups of coffee per day have a 53% lower risk of liver disease progression than non-coffee drinkers according to a new study that will be published in the November issue of the Journal Heptatology.
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Jun 29th, 2009
It is common to think that coffee causes bad breath. Contrary to this belief, the elements present in coffee could prevent the appearance of the bacteria that causes bad breath.
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Feb 19th, 2009
Long-term coffee consumption is associated with lower stroke risk in women who don’t smoke.
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Feb 18th, 2009
Two new studies show that women who drink coffee daily can lower their risk for stroke. These studies are important because they illustrate the importance of diet, particularly the effects of plant-based antioxidant-rich bioflavonoid chemicals, on human health.
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Jan 23rd, 2009
Consuming 3-5 cups of coffee daily in midlife lowers the chances of developing Alzheimer's disease or dementia by 65%.
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Dec 9th, 2008
Caffeine impaired such motor learning and verbal memory, while an afternoon nap benefited all three types of learning tested by scientists.
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Nov 3rd, 2008
Consuming caffeine at any time during pregnancy is associated with an increased risk of fetal growth restriction (low birth weight), according to research published on bmj.com today.
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Oct 17th, 2008
Caffeine consumption does not appear to be linked with overall breast cancer risk.
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Jun 17th, 2008
Long-term drinking up to 6 cups of coffee a day may decrease risk for dying from heart disease in women.