Study Finds Coffee Tied to 'Younger' Biological Age in People with Mental Illness
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Study Finds Coffee Tied to 'Younger' Biological Age in People with Mental Illness
"Compared with people who reported drinking no coffee, those reporting 3-4 cups per day had longer telomeres, while those reporting 5 or more cups per day did not show the same association."
"In the study's adjusted models, telomere lengths among people consuming roughly 4 cups per day were described as comparable to a biological age about 5 years younger than that of non-coffee drinkers."
"The researchers noted that people with severe mental illness such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia have an average life expectancy about 15 years shorter than the general population."
"The study was observational, meaning it does not establish a direct cause-and-effect relationship. However, they pointed to several possible explanations, including coffee's potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory compounds."
A study involving 436 adults with severe mental illness found that those consuming 3-4 cups of coffee daily had longer telomeres, suggesting reduced biological aging. Participants included individuals with schizophrenia and affective disorders. Compared to non-coffee drinkers, coffee drinkers had telomere lengths equivalent to a biological age approximately 5 years younger. The study adjusted for various factors, including age and medication. Researchers highlighted the importance of biological aging markers, as individuals with severe mental illness often have a shorter life expectancy due to age-related diseases.
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