Coffee, Tea, and โwater Linkedโข to increased โขLongevity, New Research โSuggests
Sรฃo Paulo – A recent study indicatesโ a strong association between the regular consumption of coffee, tea, โขand water and aโ greater likelihood of a longer lifespan. While maintaining adequate hydration is widely recognizedโ as crucial for health,emerging researchโค highlights the specific benefits of these three beveragesโฃ for arterial โhealth and overall well-being,potentially contributing to increased longevity.
The โคimportance of hydration is particularlyโข pronounced during warmer โคmonths, with experts like nutritionist Carolina Cukier emphasizingโ the โขrole of water-rich fruits in boosting fluid intake. “Especially fruits,” Cukier highlights, “are a great way to stay hydrated.” She advises against sugary drinks, advocating โfor unsweetened tea and coffee as preferable alternatives.
Coffee, a globally โpopular beverage, has been shown toโฃ possess antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties thanksโ to its caffeine content, which helps protect the endothelium – theโ tissue lining blood vessels.Moreover,coffee contains polyphenols like chlorogenic acid,combating oxidative stress and potentially reducing the risk of type 2โ diabetes.
Tea,particularly varieties derived โฃfrom Camellia sinensis โ – including green,black,and white tea โฃ- offers similar benefits. These teas provideโ caffeine and phenolics, notablyโค epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a powerful antioxidant with anti-inflammatory andโ cardioprotective properties.
However, experts caution against excessive consumption of any beverage, stressing the importance of balance within a healthyโ lifestyle encompassing physical activity, quality sleep, and stress management.
Special attention should be paid to hydration needs among the elderly, as the thirst mechanism becomes less effective with age. Conversely, individuals with certain medical conditions, โsuch โขas kidney โคfailure, should follow medicalโ advice regarding fluidโ intake.
