New research suggests drinking coffee may reduce the risk of frailty
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Updates every hour. Last Updated: 3-May-2025 21:09 ET (4-May-2025 01:09 GMT/UTC)
Findings of new research suggest regular coffee consumption may contribute to improved health in older adults. Researchers found habitual coffee consumption was associated with a reduced risk of frailty - defined by presence of weight loss, weakness, exhaustion, slow walking speed, or low physical activity. The research is the first to analyse the relationship between coffee consumption and the underlying components of frailty.
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