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Yahoo
7 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Drinking Coffee Linked to Healthy Aging in Middle-Aged Women
The study followed 47,513 middle-aged female nurses under the age of 60 for three decades, starting in 1986. Credit - Getty Images—Copyright by Franziska & Tom Werner Good news for coffee lovers: A new study suggests drinking a cup—or several—each day could be linked to long-term health benefits. The study, presented on Monday at the annual meeting of the American Society for Nutrition in Orlando, found that roughly 3,700 women who met researchers' criteria for 'healthy aging' typically consumed an average of 315 mg of caffeine per day when they were between the ages of 45 and 60, mostly from drinking coffee. And for the women in that group of 'healthy agers,' each extra cup of coffee per day was associated with a 2-5% higher chance of faring well as they aged, up to five small cups per day. 'We found that women who consumed moderate amounts of caffeinated coffee in midlife were more likely to age in good health,' Sara Mahdavi, an adjunct professor in the University of Toronto's department of nutritional sciences who led the research, told TIME in an email. 'That's not to say coffee is a cure-all, but for those who already drink and tolerate it well, it appears to be a positive part of a healthy lifestyle.' The study, which has not yet been peer reviewed or published, followed 47,513 middle-aged female nurses under the age of 60 for three decades, starting in 1986. Researchers asked the women questions about their diet, such as how much coffee, tea, cola, and decaffeinated coffee they drank. They then analyzed how many of those women met their requirements for 'healthy aging,' which they defined as living to age 70 or older; maintaining good physical, cognitive, and mental health; and being free from 11 major chronic diseases, including heart disease, stroke, Type 2 diabetes, and cancer, among others. In 2016, researchers determined that 3,706 of the women met their criteria, and found the link to their caffeine intake. The study didn't find any significant link between drinking decaf coffee or tea and the likelihood of healthy aging. And for soda, it found an opposite correlation: Each additional small glass was associated with a 20-26% lower likelihood of healthy aging. Read more: Should You Take a Vitamin D Supplement? Mahdavi said coffee is 'uniquely rich in bioactive compounds,' containing ingredients like chlorogenic acids and small amounts of micronutrients that may influence factors critical to how we age, such as inflammation, blood vessel function, and glucose metabolism. Tea and decaf coffee may also contain some of those ingredients, but in different concentrations. 'Cola, on the other hand, lacks these altogether and contains other ingredients that may work against healthy aging,' Mahdavi said. 'Our findings suggest that the observed benefits are specific to caffeinated coffee, not caffeine itself, and not to all caffeinated beverages.' While Mahdavi said the findings are significant, she also advised caution. The study found an association between coffee and healthy aging, but not a cause-and-effect relationship. Researchers pointed out that, generally, drinking up to two cups of coffee a day should be safe and could be beneficial for people, but drinking more than that may not be healthy for some, though it may offer additional benefits for others. And coffee can't replace other factors that affect aging, Mahdavi said. 'Women who aged best were also more likely to eat well, exercise regularly, and avoid smoking—those behaviors matter much more,' Mahdavi said. 'Also, more isn't necessarily better. The clearest benefits were seen with moderate coffee intake—about 2 to 4 cups a day. People who are sensitive to caffeine or have medical reasons to avoid it should still do so.' 'But for women in midlife who already drink coffee and feel well doing so, these findings are reassuring,' she said. Contact us at letters@
Scottish Sun
22-05-2025
- General
- Scottish Sun
Banish slugs for good using a 50p drink you may already have in the fridge – it works on wasps too
Read on for more tricks to keep pests away this summer BUZZ OFF Banish slugs for good using a 50p drink you may already have in the fridge – it works on wasps too Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) THERE'S nothing better than sitting outside in your garden on a hot summer day. Unfortunately, there are plenty of pesky bugs to ruin it for you. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Gardening pros share how to get rid of slugs for good Credit: Getty 2 It even works on wasps too Credit: Getty Fortunately, a gardening expert has shared a simple hack to keep wasps away while you enjoy an al fresco dinner and stop slugs destroying your plants. While many gardeners reach for harsh chemicals to get pest problems under control, they can also harm the garden. However, there's a super simple solution that you probably already have in your fridge. With a common drink we all love in summer, you can lure and eliminate these annoying garden pests. Experts at Gardening Know How revealed that using cola can banish slugs from your garden for good. They said: "Apparently, using Coke in the garden is nothing new to some folks. "Some people poison their slugs, and some drive them to drink by luring them with beer. Just fill a low bowl with Coke and set it in the garden overnight." The cola trap works as the sugar attracts pests to it while the acid from the drink kills them. Slugs often come out to eat during the night, so keeping the trap out will keep your plants safe. According to the experts at Gardening Know How, this method can also get rid of pesky wasps. Nature's Defenses: Organic Solutions to Garden Pest Problems They added: "Since cola is attractive to slugs, it stands to reason that it might be enticing to other insects. "Seems this is true, and you can build a cola wasp trap much the same way that you did for your slug trap. Again, just fill a low bowl or cup with cola, or even just set the whole open can out." Wasps are also addicted to the sweet drink and once in the can or bowl will drown in the acid. The expert continued: "There are additional reports of coke being the death of other insects, such as cockroaches and ants. "In these cases, you spray the bugs with Coke. In India, farmers are said to use coke as a pesticide. "Apparently, it is cheaper than commercial pesticides. The company denies there is anything in the beverage that could be construed as useful as a pesticide, however." You can pick up a 2 litre bottle of Cola from Tesco for just 49p.
The Irish Sun
22-05-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
Banish slugs for good using a 50p drink you may already have in the fridge – it works on wasps too
THERE'S nothing better than sitting outside in your garden on a hot summer day. Unfortunately, there are plenty of Advertisement 2 Gardening pros share how to get rid of slugs for good Credit: Getty 2 It even works on wasps too Credit: Getty Fortunately, a gardening expert has shared a simple hack to keep wasps away while you enjoy an al fresco dinner and stop slugs destroying your plants. While many gardeners reach for harsh chemicals to get pest problems under control, they can also harm the garden. However, there's a super simple solution that you probably already have in your fridge. With a common drink we all love in summer, you can lure and eliminate these annoying garden pests. Advertisement READ MORE ON GARDENING Experts at Gardening Know How revealed that using cola can banish slugs from your garden for good. They said: "Apparently, using Coke in the garden is nothing new to some folks. "Some people poison their slugs, and some drive them to drink by luring them with beer. Just fill a low bowl with Coke and set it in the garden overnight." The cola trap works as the sugar attracts pests to it while the acid from the drink kills them. Advertisement Most read in Fabulous Exclusive Exclusive Slugs often come out to eat during the night, so keeping the trap out will keep your plants safe. According to the experts at Gardening Know How, this method can also get rid of pesky wasps. Nature's Defenses: Organic Solutions to Garden Pest Problems They added: "Since cola is attractive to slugs, it stands to reason that it might be enticing to other insects. "Seems this is true, and you can build a cola Advertisement Wasps are also addicted to the sweet drink and once in the can or bowl will drown in the acid. The expert continued: "There are additional reports of coke being the death of other insects, such as cockroaches and "In these cases, you spray the bugs with Coke. In India, farmers are said to use coke as a pesticide. "Apparently, it is cheaper than commercial pesticides. The company denies there is anything in the beverage that could be construed as useful as a pesticide, however." Advertisement You can pick up a 2 litre bottle of Cola from Tesco for just 49p. Keep pests out all summer IF you want to ensure that your home is pest free this summer, here's what you need to know. Hornets and wasps - hate the smell of peppermint oil so spraying this liberally around your patio or balcony can help to keep them at bay. Moths - acidic household white vinegar is effective for deterring moths. Soak some kitchen roll in vinegar and leave it in your wardrobe as a deterrent. Flying ants - herbs and spices, such as cinnamon, mint, chilli pepper, black pepper, cayenne pepper, cloves, or garlic act as deterrents. Mosquitoes - plants, herbs and essential oil fragrances can help deter mozzies inside and out. Try eucalyptus, lavender and lemongrass.
Hypebeast
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hypebeast
WILDSIDE Yohji Yamamoto and Starbucks Reserve Reunite for Third Collab in Tokyo
Summary WILDSIDEYohji YamamotoandStarbucks ReserveRoastery Tokyo are back with their third collaborative collection, launching May 20. The new drop, themed 'THE WILDSIDE COFFEE STYLE,' draws inspiration from the off-duty lives of baristas and Tokyo's cafe culture. Leading the edgy lineup is a reversible souvenir jacket, followed by a black hoodie, graphic T-shirts and a tiger-striped embroidered cap. Accessories include a two-way tote with a Sumatran tiger print, a botanical scarf, a MIYOSHI RUG circular rug, a skate deck, a silo-shaped glass and two stainless steel bottle variants. Visually, the items feature reinterpretations of the Starbucks siren alongside symbolic motifs like the Sumatran tiger, nodding to coffee origins. Also debuting exclusively at the Nakameguro roastery is a new beverage: the 'WILDSIDE Barrel Aged Cold Brew & Cola,' combining whiskey barrel-aged coffee, non-alcoholic rum syrup, cola, lime, and black pepper. The previously popular 'Missing' coffee cocktail also returns. Products will be available in-store and online, ranging from ¥3,000 JPY to ¥159,500 JPY, with the drinks exclusive to Starbucks Reserve Roastery Tokyo.
USA Today
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
2-legged dog gets new lease on life, wheelchair in New York after losing legs in India
2-legged dog gets new lease on life, wheelchair in New York after losing legs in India Things were looking bleak for a dog named Cola after she lost two of her legs in India during the pandemic lockdown. But things took a turn for the better when a Dehli-based animal rescue group called Kannan Animal Welfare rescued the now 5-year-old lab mix from an alley in India. When the group rescued Cola she did not have the use of her back legs. They didn't know what happened to her but they knew they needed to help. So, the welfare group amputated her legs and rehabilitated her before sending her halfway across the world in March 2023 to a partner animal welfare organization called Twenty Paws in New York City. Finding a forever home Once in New York, Cola received a lot of love and care and regained her health. She learned how to live her life without limitations and soon a search for her forever home began. After a long, arduous wait, her story caught the attention of Royal Canine. The pet food brand was so touched by her story that they decided to incentivize her adoption by offering a year's worth of dog food to whoever took Cola home. Finally, in December 2024, a New York couple who have a lot of love for specially abled pets, decided to adopt Cola and take her home to their three other dogs and two cats, according to Royal Canine, which helped cover the adoption fees. Watch: Cola thrives in new home in New York Rescue dog Cola gets custom 3D wheelchair after leg amputation Cola, a 5-year-old, two-legged dog finally finds her forever family in New York after being rescued from India and given a 3D wheelchair. Recent video shared by Royal Canine shows Cola thriving at her new home in Orange County, New York, with her family and owners Tara Brophy and Andy Doehla. She is particularly close to Astrid, another family pup. All of the couple's pets are adopted and the last dog they rescued from an organization in New York was also an amputee. "They really enjoy providing loving homes for those animals who may be overlooked, and Cola was a true example of this," Royal Canine said. "They both knew the moment they saw Cola that they would submit an application and knew she was the right fit for their home." Despite losing her legs, Cola is living her happily ever after and can be seen frolicking around with her siblings and family. Animal mobility devices producer 3DPets and Joey's Paws, a non-profit helping owners with specially-abled pets raise funds, also assisted in rehabilitating Cola, providing her with a custom 3D-printed wheelchair to aid in her mobility. Saman Shafiq is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach her at sshafiq@ and follow her on X and Instagram @saman_shafiq7.
