Downing cup after cup of coffee might keep the body energized and alert, but it could be having a dangerous effect on the brain. Drinking more than six cups of coffee a day was associated with a 53% increased risk of dementia and a smaller brain volume, Australian researchers have found.
The data strongly suggests high coffee consumption can adversely affect brain health, said Elina Hypponen, study co-author and director of the Australian Centre for Precision Health at the University of South Australia Cancer Research Institute. Follow the link below to learn how much is too much.
Get the TODAY Mobile App |
0 comments