5 drinks longevity experts say can support a longer, healthier life

 I'm good with coffee and red wine. 

5 drinks longevity experts say can support a longer, healthier life

For most people, living to 100 may feel out of reach. Yet what seems unachievable to many is actually a reality for the 101,000 centenarians who’ve made it to 2024, likely due to years of making healthy decisions, like avoiding certain foods and habits, in order to extend their lives. Besides the foods we eat, the drinks we consume also play a role in the quality and length of our lives, according to Dr. Michaela Robbins, nurse practitioner. 

“Certain drinks not only provide water and hydration to allow our body to function, but also provide things like bioactive compounds, electrolytes, and antioxidants while also getting rid of the bad stuff,” she explains. “Antioxidants, for example, help us detoxify free radicals and reduce inflammation, which is one of the biggest drivers of aging, and help you feel your best for longer.” The link between drinks and longevity is much more important than we might realize—that’s why we asked longevity experts for more information on which drinks can help us live our longest, healthiest, and best lives.

• Dr. Michaela Robbins, NP, is a nurse practitioner and hormone and longevity expert
• Dr. Erin Barrett, PhD, is the senior director of product innovation and scientific affairs at Shaklee

What’s the Link Between Drinks and Longevity?

“The goal of longevity isn’t just to add years to life; it’s about living those years well—achieving a longer health span,” explains Dr. Erin Barrett, senior director of product innovation and scientific affairs at Shaklee. “Staying properly hydrated supports cellular health and organ function (especially the kidneys), aids in nutrient absorption, and helps maintain energy levels.” 

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Antioxidants are the number one priority when it comes to drinks that can support healthy aging. These properties can reduce the risk of chronic disease, support brain and eye function, and even improve mental health. Make sure you’re looking for these specific properties and ingredients while browsing through your local grocery store’s drink aisle.

5 Drinks That’ll Help You Live to 100

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Berry Smoothies

Berry smoothies—especially those made with blueberries, raspberries, and strawberries—contain anti-inflammatory properties to promote healthy aging. “These fruits are packed with antioxidants that combat free radicals and reduce oxidative stress, which is essential for maintaining cell health,” Dr. Barrett explains. Similarly, Dr. Robbins recommends starting your day with a berry smoothie, suggesting to “blend it with almond milk for bone health and nut butter for protein, and you have a perfect longevity breakfast.”

Green and Black Tea

It often feels like the benefits of drinking tea are limitless. Green and black tea are rich in powerful antioxidants, such as catechins, according to Dr. Barrett. “These compounds help neutralize free radicals and minimize oxidative stress, promoting cellular health,” she explains. “Regular consumption of these teas can be a simple yet effective way to support your health span.”

Related: Green Tea vs. Black Tea: Which One Is Actually Better for You?

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Black Coffee

Black coffee can get a bad rap when overconsumed, but it’s not just good for a morning pick-me-up. “Studies have indicated that long-term consumption of coffee can cut your risk of premature death by up to 30%, regardless of whether it is caffeinated or decaffeinated,” Dr. Robbins explains. “Coffee also stimulates neurotransmitters dopamine and serotonin, which can elevate mood, and happiness is linked to longer lives.”

Related: How to Make Iced Coffee at Home in 10 Minutes

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Hydrogen-rich Water

Of course, water is a go-to when it comes to hydration and healthy living, but there are a variety of packaged water that can do even more. For example, hydrogen-rich water adds extra molecular hydrogen gas to enhance its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, along with reducing the risk of high cholesterol and improving kidney function. While plain water is perfectly fine, enhanced water can boost its benefits.

Related: 10 Delicious Infused Water Recipes That Make It So Easy to Stay Hydrated

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Red Wine

We can’t stress this enough: there’s no amount of alcohol that is good for you. In fact, maintaining an alcohol-free lifestyle is a foolproof way to feel and be healthier; however, that’s not always an attainable goal for people living in today’s world, and in that case, red wine is the best option. “When consumed in moderation, red wine is a rich source of resveratrol, a potent antioxidant associated with numerous health benefits,” Dr. Barrett explains. “Resveratrol is known for its anti-inflammatory properties and potential to promote heart health, making it a positive addition to a balanced diet aimed at supporting quality of life.”

Related: The 10 Healthiest Types of Alcohol to Drink, According to a Registered Dietitian

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Too much coffee may weaken bones, study finds

 For women to consider. I, however will continue my daily 12 cup pot of coffee daily.

Too much coffee may weaken bones, study finds

Coffee’s link to Parkinson’s risk may depend on how your body handles caffeine

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Genetics determine how much coffee you can drink before it goes wrong

I'm doing a 12 cup pot of coffee a day with full fat milk to lessen my chances of dementia and Parkinsons. Tell me EXACTLY how much coffee to drink for that and I'll change. Yep, that is a lot more than the 400mg. suggested limit, I don't care! Preventing dementia and Parkinsons is vastly more important than whatever problems it can cause! 

Of course, your fuckingly incompetent? doctor did nothing with this from 3+ years ago! And still hasn't created a 24 hour coffee station

Dementia risk could drop by drinking just one shot daily of common beverage  August 2023

This line is great: The findings indicate that even the Espresso Martini cocktail contains the espresso's beneficial compounds - and can contribute to staving off dementia.

The latest here: 

 Coffee’s link to Parkinson’s risk may depend on how your body handles caffeine

Why does coffee appear to have different links with Parkinson’s risk from one person to another? A study of more than 435,000 people points to the interplay between caffeine metabolism, genetics, and sex.

Study: Coffee and Parkinson’s disease: associations by CYP1A2 genotype and sex in UK Biobank. Image Credit: Valery Evlakhov / Shutterstock

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In a recent study published in the journal npj Parkinson's disease, researchers investigated whether the cytochrome P450 1A2 (CYP1A2) genotype and sex modify the association between Parkinson's disease (PD) and coffee consumption.

PD is a progressive neurodegenerative condition that manifests with non-motor and motor symptoms, which impair the quality of life. While the etiology of PD is elusive, most cases (> 90%) result from the interplay between environmental exposures and genetic susceptibility. Organic solvents, heavy metals, and pesticides have been linked to a higher risk of PD, whereas caffeine intake has been associated with reduced risk.

Sex differences are also well recognized, with males exhibiting two-fold higher PD incidence than females, and females showing faster disease progression and higher mortality. Epidemiological studies consistently indicate an association between coffee intake and lower PD incidence, an association thought to be driven largely by caffeine, as decaffeinated coffee has not shown comparable benefits. However, not all people benefit equally from caffeine intake, suggesting inter-individual differences.

CYP1A2 is the main enzyme involved in caffeine metabolism. A genetic variant of CYP1A2, rs762551, alters inducibility: AA carriers are classified as fast metabolizers, AC carriers as intermediate metabolizers, and CC carriers as slow metabolizers, with slower metabolism resulting in prolonged systemic exposure to caffeine. Nevertheless, studies have yielded inconsistent results regarding caffeine–gene interactions, with some finding inverse associations in slow metabolizers and others reporting none.

About the study

In the present study, researchers evaluated how sex and the CYP1A2 genotype modify the association between PD and coffee consumption. They used data from the United Kingdom Biobank (UKB), a prospective cohort study of over half a million participants aged 37–73 years. At baseline, subjects completed questionnaires, underwent physical examinations, and provided blood, urine, and saliva samples.

Coffee consumption was determined from baseline questionnaires. Genotyping was performed using two genome-wide arrays. The primary exposure was the CYP1A2 rs762551 polymorphism. Participants were classified by genotype: AA carriers (fast metabolizers), AC carriers (intermediate metabolizers), and CC carriers (slow metabolizers). The primary outcome was PD incidence, determined from linked hospital and healthcare records.

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Kaplan-Meier survival curves were used to illustrate the cumulative incidence of PD across CYP1A2 genotypes and coffee intake categories (0 cups/day, <5 cups/day, and ≥5 cups/day). Cox proportional hazards regression was used to assess the association between coffee intake and PD risk. Effect modification by CYP1A2 genotype and sex was investigated. Restricted cubic spline analyses examined potential non-linear dose-response relationships.

Findings

The study included 435,551 UKB participants free of PD at baseline. Most participants were White (>94%), and CYP1A2 genotypes were similarly distributed across coffee intake categories. Among these, 3,319 individuals developed PD during a median of 15.7 years of follow-up. Individuals with higher coffee intake (≥ five cups/day) had more frequent alcohol consumption, higher rates of current smoking, and lower tea intake. In the overall analysis, no significant associations were observed between the CYP1A2 genotype or coffee intake and PD risk.

Survival curves also revealed no significant differences in PD incidence across CYP1A2 genotypes or coffee intake categories. Nevertheless, there was a significant interaction between the CYP1A2 genotype and coffee consumption, indicating that the association varied by genotype. That is, AA carriers had a significantly reduced PD risk with low-to-moderate coffee consumption, an effect not observed at high intake levels.

AC carriers had a significant increase in PD risk with higher coffee intake; CC carriers also showed an increased risk. AA carriers exhibited a non-linear association, with the lowest risk of PD at about three cups/day of coffee intake. CC or AC carriers showed no significant non-linearity. Furthermore, stratified analyses by genotype and sex revealed that female AA carriers consuming < five cups/day had a lower PD risk, whereas male AC or CC carriers had an increased risk with high intake. However, formal interaction tests involving sex were not statistically significant, so these sex-specific patterns should be interpreted cautiously.

The genotype-specific patterns were broadly maintained across sensitivity analyses that excluded early PD cases, used alternative coffee-intake categories, adjusted more extensively for smoking, and tested different genotype groupings.

Conclusions

In summary, the association between coffee intake and PD risk varied by CYP1A2 genotype. There was a lower risk of PD among AA carriers who reported low-to-moderate coffee consumption, with the pattern most evident in females, but an increased risk among CC or AC carriers, particularly in males, with higher intake. However, coffee consumption was self-reported only at baseline and included both caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee, meaning the findings cannot be interpreted as evidence of a caffeine-specific effect.

The predominantly White European cohort and relatively small numbers of PD cases in some genotype–intake groups, particularly CC carriers, also limit the precision and generalizability of the subgroup findings. As an observational study, the research does not establish causality or support changing coffee consumption based on CYP1A2 genotype; instead, it provides hypotheses for future genotype-informed epidemiological and interventional studies.

Journal reference:

• Wang J, Wang H, Wan K, et al. (2026). Coffee and Parkinson’s disease: associations by CYP1A2 genotype and sex in UK Biobank. npj Parkinson’s Disease. DOI: 10.1038/s41531-026-01519-0, https://www.nature.com/articles/s41531-026-01519-0

Coffee drinkers have less fat, more muscle, and surprising hormone differences: Study

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I think I'm in this category:  I never get the jitters or flushed skin.

Genetics determine how much coffee you can drink before it goes wrong

I'm doing a 12 cup pot of coffee a day with full fat milk to lessen my chances of dementia and Parkinsons. Tell me EXACTLY how much coffee to drink for that and I'll change. Yep, that is a lot more than the 400mg. suggested limit, I don't care! Preventing dementia and Parkinsons is vastly more important than whatever problems it can cause! 

Of course, your fuckingly incompetent? doctor did nothing with this from 3+ years ago! And still hasn't created a 24 hour coffee station

Dementia risk could drop by drinking just one shot daily of common beverage  August 2023

This line is great: The findings indicate that even the Espresso Martini cocktail contains the espresso's beneficial compounds - and can contribute to staving off dementia.

The latest here: 

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7 ‘Bad’ Foods That Are Actually Good for You

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7 ‘Bad’ Foods That Are Actually Good for You

Everyone’s nutritional needs are different — one person’s healthy food is another person’s food to avoid. In part because of this, it’s easy to assume a food item is bad for you when it may not be unhealthy at all. In fact, some foods commonly deemed unhealthy can actually benefit your health.According to Dr. Theresa DeLorenzo, a registered dietitian, adjunct professor at Russell Sage College, and founder/owner of Nutrition for Optimal Performance, “There are no good and bad foods.” In fact, that line of thinking — separating “good” foods from “bad” foods — can lead to harmful behaviors. “When we label foods as good and bad, it creates feelings of guilt, leading to a cycle of restriction and binging that cycles over and over.” Instead, she recommends changing how you think about food. “Remember that ‘all foods fit.’ Eat slowly and mindfully and stop when you are full,” she says. We talked to Dr. DeLorenzo and Candice Knauer, M.S., R.D., L.D., owner of Firstline Nutrition LLC, about some popular so-called “bad” foods that have surprising health benefits. PizzaPizza is more than a comfort food. It’s also one of Dr. DeLorenzo’s favorite foods that people often say is bad for you. “Pizza is a perfect combination of carbohydrates, protein, and fat,” she says. “If made at home, you can use a whole-grain crust and olive oil and top with your favorite vegetables.” She also recommends it after a long run: “It replaces … electrolytes, sodium, calcium, potassium, and magnesium.” 

 

Potatoes

 If you find yourself avoiding potatoes because you think they’re bad for you, we have some good news. According to Knauer, “potatoes in their unfried form can be an incredibly nutritious addition to the diet. They’re a good source of potassium and vitamin C, provide fiber when eaten with the skin, and even contain more protein than many people expect.” Eating potatoes will also help you feel full for longer. “Research has found that potatoes, especially when baked or boiled, are one of the most filling foods, which may help reduce hunger and the likelihood of snacking later in the day,” Knauer says. In this case, it’s how the vegetables are prepared that’s key: Avoid eating potatoes that are fried, topped with butter, or contain tons of added salt. “As with many foods, it’s often the preparation, not the potato itself, that makes the biggest difference,” Knauer says. Reader Favorites

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Chocolate

No need to feel guilty about your chocolate indulgences. “Many people view chocolate as a bad food,” Dr. DeLorenzo says, “but chocolate contains magnesium, a vital nutrient that our body is constantly depleting.” In fact, she notes, craving chocolate may mean your body is missing out on this nutrient.But before you grab your favorite candy bar, be mindful of your choices. “The darker the better,” DeLorenzo says. “Dark chocolate … has antioxidants that protect our body from oxidative, disease-causing damage.”

Coffee

Coffee is sometimes said to be bad for you due to caffeine and its side effects, but there are actually some health benefits to your morning brew. “In moderation without tons of added sugar, coffee contains disease-fighting antioxidants and protects our liver from damage,” DeLorenzo says. Just be careful how much coffee you consume: “When it is consumed in excess, it can cause rapid heart rate and dehydration.”   The FDA’s recommendation is to consume a maximum of 400 milligrams of caffeine a day, which is about what you’ll get from four 8-ounce cups of coffee

Nut Butters

 Both Knauer and DeLorenzo say that people tend to skip nut butters because they’re high in fat and calories. But not all fats are bad, and the fat in nut butters “includes some omega-3, anti-inflammatory fat,” DeLorenzo says. According to Knauer, “Nut butters provide plant-based protein, vitamin E, magnesium, niacin (vitamin B3), and trace minerals like copper.” Plus, “when paired with fiber-rich carbohydrates like whole-grain toast, apple slices, or oatmeal, nut butter can help promote fullness and satisfaction.” And it may also get people to eat more fruits and veggies if it’s used as a dip. Just keep an eye on the ingredients list. The best kind of nut butter has only nuts as the primary ingredient, with maybe a few additions like salt. Avoid any added sugars or hydrogenated oils. 

Soy Milk

 Lauer often sees clients replace soy milk with almond milk. “Soy milk has gotten an unfair reputation because of misconceptions about the phytoestrogens it contains,” Knauer says. “These plant compounds are much weaker than human estrogen and don’t have the same effects in the body. Research consistently shows soy is safe for most people.” And while there’s nothing wrong with almond milk, “if your goal is to increase protein, it often falls short, providing just 1 to 2 grams of protein per cup.Unsweetened soy milk, on the other hand, provides around 7 to 8 grams of protein per cup while still being relatively low in calories,” she explains. If you’re looking to reduce dairy intake or have a dairy intolerance, fortified, unsweetened soy milk has similar nutrients to those of cow’s milk. “It provides a comparable amount of protein, calcium, vitamin D, and often vitamin B12,” Knauer says. 

Popcorn

 Popcorn has gotten a bad rap because of its status as a movie theater snack, where it can be loaded with salt and butter. Others avoid it due to a fear of PFAS, forever chemicals that can increase your risk for serious health problems, which were used in the lining of bags of microwaved popcorn and other foods until 2024. Knauer notes that while “many companies have done a great job of reducing PFAS in microwave popcorn … I find that outdated concerns still make some people hesitant to buy it.” That’s a shame because “it’s a convenient way to incorporate more whole grains into the diet.” Properly prepared popcorn is an excellent snack. “It’s a whole grain, a good source of fiber, and what many dietitians refer to as a high-volume food, meaning it provides a satisfying portion without a lot of calories,” she says. She recommends prepopped bagged popcorn if you’re still concerned about harmful chemicals. “Unlike microwave popcorn, prepopped varieties like SkinnyPop are already popped before they’re packaged, so you’re not heating the popcorn inside a microwave bag,” Knauer says. Just look for “a short ingredient list, moderate sodium, and minimal saturated fat.” And if you want, you can make popcorn at home: “Simply add 1/4 cup of popcorn kernels to a plain brown paper lunch bag, fold the top over a few times, and microwave for about two to three minutes,” Knauer says. “Then season it however you’d like.”

Daily Coffee Consumption Associated With Healthier Metabolic Profile, Finnish Study Finds

 If all this earlier research didn't get you a 24 hour coffee station then your stroke medical 'professionals' ARE COMPLETELY USELESS!

How coffee protects against Parkinson’s Aug. 2014 

Coffee May Lower Your Risk of Dementia Feb. 2013

Coffee drinkers rejoice! Drinking coffee could lower the risk of Alzheimer’s disease 

And this: Coffee's Phenylindanes Fight Alzheimer's Plaque December 2018

New research suggests drinking coffee may reduce the risk of frailty May 2025

I think I'm in this category:  I never get the jitters or flushed skin.

Genetics determine how much coffee you can drink before it goes wrong

I'm doing a 12 cup pot of coffee a day with full fat milk to lessen my chances of dementia and Parkinsons. Tell me EXACTLY how much coffee to drink for that and I'll change. Yep, that is a lot more than the 400mg. suggested limit, I don't care! Preventing dementia and Parkinsons is vastly more important than whatever problems it can cause! 

Of course, your fuckingly incompetent? doctor did nothing with this from 3+ years ago! And still hasn't created a 24 hour coffee station

Dementia risk could drop by drinking just one shot daily of common beverage  August 2023

This line is great: The findings indicate that even the Espresso Martini cocktail contains the espresso's beneficial compounds - and can contribute to staving off dementia.

The latest here: 

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What happens to your kidneys when you drink coffee every day

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Still no 24 hour coffee station!

What happens to your kidneys when you drink coffee every day

Key Points

• Drinking coffee daily can help protect against chronic kidney disease and lower risk of kidney stones.
• Caffeine can potentially increase blood pressure and stress on kidneys, especially with hypertension.
• Limit added sugars and saturated fat in your coffee while being mindful of amounts for kidney health.

Your kidneys play an important role in filtering out waste and excess water from the body while balancing electrolytes. Healthy kidneys will do this automatically, but damage to the kidneys can potentially lead to chronic kidney disease (CKD), a progressive loss of kidney function that may require treatments like dialysis to mimic the role of the kidneys. If you’re one of the many Americans having coffee daily, your kidneys are being put to work filtering your favorite beverage. Which makes us wonder: Is coffee safe for kidney health?

Major health organizations, like the American Heart Association, recommend that healthy adults can enjoy up to 400 milligrams of caffeine per day without negative health effects—that’s around 4 cups of coffee. “Current evidence suggests that moderate coffee intake, about 2 to 3 standard 8-ounce cups per day, is safe for most people with chronic kidney disease and may even support kidney health,” says Sara Prato, M.S., RDN, CSD. “The amount that is right for an individual can vary depending on factors such as blood pressure, caffeine sensitivity and overall health.”

Learn more about what happens to your kidneys when you drink coffee every day, as well as the best way to enjoy your morning cup for long-term kidney health.

Coffee May Lower Risk of Kidney Disease

Great news for those who enjoy drinking coffee daily: Research indicates drinking coffee may help lower the risk of developing CKD. “A meta-analysis found that people who drank 2 or more cups of coffee daily had a 14% lower risk of developing kidney disease,” says Melanie Betz, M.S., RD, CSR, FNKF, FAND. The reason for this may be related to the beneficial compounds in coffee that can aid in reducing inflammation and oxidative stress.

Related video: How much coffee is too much? New guidelines reveal the surprising answer (Woman's World)“Coffee contains more than 1,000 naturally occurring compounds, including chlorogenic acids, polyphenols and melanoidins, which have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties,” says Prato. “Many of these potential benefits come from coffee’s naturally occurring compounds rather than caffeine itself, which is why decaffeinated coffee may provide many of the same benefits with much less caffeine.”

For people with existing kidney disease, drinking coffee may benefit kidney function. “Coffee may also be helpful for people who already have kidney disease, as it was associated with a lower risk of progression to end-stage kidney disease, protein in urine and mortality,” says Betz.

Coffee May Lower Risk of Kidney Stones

The causes of kidney stones are multifactorial, with both genetic and diet-related factors at play. However, if you drink coffee regularly, you may have a lower risk of developing kidney stones. This is for a few different reasons, according to Prato. “Coffee may help by increasing urine volume, which can dilute and flush out stone-forming minerals before they have a chance to form crystals,” she says. “Caffeine may also increase urine production, which may contribute to this protective effect.”

In general, both Betz and Prato recommend staying hydrated to prevent kidney stones. “At the end of the day, the most important thing to prevent kidney stones is to drink (a lot!) of fluid,” says Betz. She says coffee contributes fluid, which helps dilute urine and reduces the risk of forming all types of kidney stones.

Caffeine May Raise Blood Pressure

From the AHA is this: Habitual coffee intake: BP neutral/↓;

Hypertension can eventually cause kidney disease due to a narrowing of the blood vessels that lead to the kidneys, creating a cycle of impairing the ability to properly remove waste and therefore increasing blood pressure due to excess fluid. Caffeinated coffee may influence blood pressure, but the association between caffeine intake and hypertension has been debated. Some research has found that drinking coffee may reduce the risk of hypertension, but others have shown the opposite. Still, those with existing hypertension may need to use caution when adding caffeine to their daily diet. 

“More caffeine could raise blood pressure, which can directly damage kidneys,” says Betz. When blood pressure is already high or is borderline high, even the slightest increase could be a cause for concern. “If you have uncontrolled high blood pressure, it may be best to limit caffeinated coffee to 1 to 2 cups per day and monitor your blood pressure, since larger amounts of caffeine consumed at one time can temporarily raise blood pressure,” says Prato.

How to Enjoy Coffee for Kidney Health

• Limit Added Sugar. “The health benefits of coffee come from black coffee. Adding too much sugar and/or cream could easily outweigh those benefits,” says Betz. This is important since so many popular coffee drinks contain added sugar. “A sugary coffee drink can easily have three times your daily sugar limit,” warns Betz. If you regularly add sugar to your coffee at home or when ordering coffee from a restaurant, try cutting back in small increments over time. For people who typically choose flavored coffee drinks or blended coffee with added sugar, it’s important to review the nutrition facts and understand what you’re drinking. In many cases, substitutions can be made to reduce or eliminate the added sugar.
• Limit Saturated Fat. Betz cautions against adding cream to your coffee, as sources of saturated fat can increase risk for heart disease and ultimately kidney disease. If you currently put creamer in your coffee, consider adding less or switching to an alternative option. “Skim or low-fat milk can be great substitutes for cream to help reduce calories and saturated fat,” says Betz.(Really? You haven't heard of the benefits of dairy fat? So, you ARE that incompetent!)
• Find a Roast You Like. Sometimes people add extra sugar and cream to their coffee because they don’t enjoy the taste of the coffee itself. In those cases, you can try modifying the type of coffee you drink. For example, you may prefer a light roast instead of a dark roast. This switch may make your coffee more enjoyable without the need for extra sugar and cream.
• Be Mindful of Total Quantity. Prato says that even though plain black coffee is safe for people with kidney disease, the total amount matters. While caffeine is something to be mindful of when drinking coffee, other nutrients, like potassium, also need to be taken into consideration. “An 8-ounce cup contains about 100 milligrams of potassium, which is appropriate for many people with CKD,” says Prato. “However, if you drink several cups per day, the potassium content can add up. People who need to limit potassium or have high potassium blood levels may need to adjust their intake based on their individual needs.”

Our Expert Take

Drinking your daily cup of coffee can be beneficial for your kidneys by helping to protect against kidney disease and kidney stones. However, experts recommend no more than 400 mg of caffeine daily, because too much caffeine can potentially raise blood pressure, especially in those who already have hypertension, which increases stress on the kidneys and can lead to damage over time. (I'm way over that because I have genes that process caffeine fast and  you still haven't told me EXACTLY how much coffee to drink to prevent Parkinsons and dementia.)

“Overall, coffee can be a healthy habit when enjoyed in moderation and tailored to an individual’s health needs,” says Prato. Additionally, additives like sugar and saturated fat should be limited to protect long-term kidney health. If you have high blood pressure or existing kidney disease, you may need to limit your coffee intake to just 1 to 2 cups per day. The best approach is to talk with your health care provider to assess your current coffee habit or before adding caffeinated coffee to your daily routine.

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How much coffee is safe for the heart? Doctors explore the benefits and risks of caffeine

 Until research tells me EXACTLY how much coffee will prevent dementia and Parkinsons I'll continue my daily 12 cup pot of coffee!

I'm still doing a 12 cup pot of coffee daily to prevent Parkinsons and frailty! Much more important than any problems it can cause.

How coffee protects against Parkinson’s Aug. 2014 

Coffee May Lower Your Risk of Dementia Feb. 2013

Coffee drinkers rejoice! Drinking coffee could lower the risk of Alzheimer’s disease 

And this: Coffee's Phenylindanes Fight Alzheimer's Plaque December 2018

New research suggests drinking coffee may reduce the risk of frailty May 2025

I think I'm in this category:  I never get the jitters or flushed skin.

Genetics determine how much coffee you can drink before it goes wrong

I'm doing a 12 cup pot of coffee a day with full fat milk to lessen my chances of dementia and Parkinsons. Tell me EXACTLY how much coffee to drink for that and I'll change. Yep, that is a lot more than the 400mg. suggested limit, I don't care! Preventing dementia and Parkinsons is vastly more important than whatever problems it can cause! 

Of course, your fuckingly incompetent? doctor did nothing with this from 3+ years ago! And still hasn't created a 24 hour coffee station

Dementia risk could drop by drinking just one shot daily of common beverage  August 2023

This line is great: The findings indicate that even the Espresso Martini cocktail contains the espresso's beneficial compounds - and can contribute to staving off dementia.

The latest here: 

How much coffee is safe for the heart? Doctors explore the benefits and risks of caffeine

Coffee has been associated with key cardiovascular benefits over the years. But how much is too much? It has remained unclear just how many cups of coffee a person can drink on a daily basis without overdoing it.

According to a scientific statement published in Circulation, adults can safely consume up to five cups of caffeinated coffee—good for approximately 400 mg of caffeine—each day. In fact, drinking that much coffee is linked to multiple benefits, including a lower risk of heart failure, heart disease and even stroke. 

Higher daily doses of caffeine, however, may increase a person’s risk of high blood pressure or lead to heart rhythm issues. Researchers specifically pointed to energy drinks and their high caffeine levels as a potential health hazard. 

The new scientific statement was prepared by a volunteer writing group with support from the American Heart Association (AHA). Co-authors included specialists from the fields of cardiology, nutrition, epidemiology and public health. The scientific statement does not include specific treatment recommendations, but it will help guide future recommendations developed by the AHA and other medical societies.

“Although research suggests that caffeine consumption may be associated with certain cardiovascular benefits for some people, it’s important to remember that there is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ strategy for safe caffeine consumption,” wrote electrophysiologist Gregory M. Marcus, MD, chair of the statement’s writing group and a professor of medicine at the University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine. “People can respond very differently to caffeine based on various factors, such as age, medications, underlying health conditions, genetics and how quickly their bodies metabolize it. What may be a reasonable amount for one person could cause unwanted effects in another, such as heart palpitations, anxiety or sleep disruption. That's why it’s important to pay attention to how your body responds to caffeine and talk with your healthcare team about what is right for you.”

Click here to read the full scientific statement in Circulation. Read about another recent analysis on this topic here.

The 1 thing Americans do with coffee that shocks people around the world

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The 1 thing Americans do with coffee that shocks people around the world

Picture this: You’re rushing off to work and thinking about the never-ending list of to-do’s you’re hoping to work your way through today. On the way, you pop into your local coffee shop for some much-needed caffeine. But instead of grabbing your large drip coffee or latte to go, you sit down at a table or stand at a coffee bar and drink from a ceramic mug. Does this sound absurd? Well, this is actually how coffee is consumed in many places throughout the world. 

In the U.S., we constantly carry around take-away cups of drip coffee, but throughout many parts of the world — like some parts of Europe and New Zealand, for example — that just isn’t the norm.

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Sure, some people grab a coffee to-go every now and then, but many people drink their coffee from a mug right there in the cafe — whether seated solo, with a group of friends or standing up at the bar. Sometimes it’s a communal thing to sit down and drink coffee with friends. Other times it’s more about just throwing back an espresso on the way to work — either way it happens right there at the cafe.

“Takeaway coffee culture is often dictated by an environmental lifestyle — for instance in Italy, where it is customary to stand at the bar and enjoy an espresso quickly. This quick, sociable and affordable ritual is deeply rooted in Italian culture,” said Jack Foster, co-owner and operations director at Crosby Coffee in England. “Other European countries such as Austria or France see their customers sit down and savor their coffee leisurely, often accompanied by a pastry. Again, a way of life in some cities and choices made by their communities’ lifestyle.”

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If you’re obsessed with the hustle and can’t imagine doing anything else but run off from the cafe with your coffee and cart it around everywhere you go for the next hour, you’re going to want to keep reading to see how things are done differently.

For insight, we reached out to coffee experts for their take on takeaway coffee culture in the United States and how this is different from other parts of the world where takeaway culture hasn’t fully taken over.

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South America and Central America

“In Brazil, people enjoy their coffee in cafes over long conversations. It’s a very social thing. It’s certainly not about taking your coffee on the run in a paper cup.” — Paulo Peres, who was born and raised in Brazil and is managing principal at specialty coffee importer Agrisapien Traders LLC in the United States

“As someone with Brazilian and Italian nationality, I can say that the coffee culture in both countries is much more social. In Brazil, you’ll be offered coffee at almost every house or office you visit, and after lunch, many people stop at a local bakery for a coffee and a chat with the locals. Similarly, in Italy, people visit espresso bars, where even if they spend just two minutes, they prefer to enjoy their coffee in a proper cup and have a brief conversation with the barista.

“In Italy and Brazil, people generally prefer to stop for their coffee in a proper cup, regardless of the coffee’s quality.” —Bruna Costa, who is a licensed coffee Q grader and director and co-founder of Bossa Coffee Company in London. She was born and raised in a coffee-producing and exporting family in Brazil.

“When my dad took me out to coffee after I moved from Guatemala to Chicago in 1995, I was surprised with the rushed cafe culture in the U.S. Coming from a country where coffee is commonly enjoyed in a ceramic mug without milk at any time of day, it was a surprise to see iced and hot lattes as the norm, all served in a to-go cup to keep up with the fast pace of American life. In the U.S., people rarely have time to sit down and enjoy a cup of coffee with family and friends the way we do in Guatemala.” — Glendy Alejandro, a Guatemala native who works as lead barista at Venteux Brasserie, Cafe & Oyster Bar in Chicago.

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India

“The take away coffee culture in the U.S. is considerably different from what I’ve seen in India. In India coffee and tea breaks are common especially during the work day, which makes it something that people want to have away from their desks. So you will see a lot of small coffee and tea shops right outside large office buildings with people standing near the establishment drinking their coffee and engaging in conversation with their co-workers, away from their desks.

“As part of Indian culture, food and drink are very social concepts. So most occasions where Indians eat or drink are not alone in their car or on their way to work but rather something they would do with their family at home or with their colleagues at work or with their friends after work. It’s very much an experience rather than just a product.” — Shonali Paul, founder of Paul John Indian Caffeine Company, which is based in the United States and sources coffee beans from South India

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Philippines

“In the Philippines, where I have been living for the past 12 years, the coffee culture is more of a leisurely quality. Cafés are more like social hubs, places to escape the heat and humidity, and the baristas take pride in crafting each beverage with care.

“Unlike in the U.S., where many people drink coffee primarily for its caffeine boost when rushing from one place to another, it’s a ritual in Southeast Asia. Honestly, it’s not uncommon here in the Philippines to see families or groups of friends spending an entire afternoon at a café, enjoying the AC and free Wi-Fi.

“While the convenience of takeaway coffee is undeniable, there’s something to be said for the slower, more intentional approach to coffee culture that I experience here in the Philippines. It’s more of a feeling of community, which can be harder to find in the fast-paced, grab-and-go world of American coffee shops.” — Mark Morphew, who is originally from the United Kingdom and is founder of the online educational coffee resource BeanGround

Europe

“Size of drinks and commuting play a huge role in how Americans drink their coffee. In Italy people drink a cappuccino, generally around 6-8 ounces, or an espresso, 2-4 ounces. These small drinks are easy to enjoy at the cafe in a porcelain cup in a couple minutes. In the U.S., the large chains, Starbucks being the obvious one, you see 16, 20, 24-plus ounce sized drinks. Those are not meant to be drank in one sitting. Additionally unless you live in a big city you drive to work, so the convenience of a drive-thru, which obviously equals a takeaway, is where commuters flock so they can drink their coffee in the car on the way into work. 

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“Taking breaks to enjoy food and beverage isn’t celebrated as much in the U.S. In Spain, business shuts down for a long lunch, [and] in Sweden you Fika, taking a break to enjoy coffee and a snack. How often we work through lunch, eating at the computer, or skip it all together here in the United States. In all my years in coffee, a general coffee shop that has seating may have 20-30% have their orders be for here — oftentimes less than that. My greatest encouragement to U.S. coffee drinkers to enjoy coffee for here, beyond just taking time to stop and enjoy the moment, is the waste impact. Coffee shops produce a significant amount of waste due to-go culture. There are businesses like Stumptown who actually offer a .25 discount when you order your drink for here to encourage this sustainable practice.” — Laila Ghambari, a coffee industry consultant and former U.S. Barista Champion

“Coffee culture in Europe versus the U.S. is quite different, but each has a purpose and a place. In Europe, the coffee scene is characterized by a slower pace, one that fosters conversation and engagement, whereas in the U.S., the coffee environment is characterized by speed and efficiency. Both coffee cultures share one key element: routine.” —Alexa Lindsay, brand manager of Segafredo Zanetti USA

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