Choice of Tea or Coffee Might Affect Risk of Osteoporosis in Older Women
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The choice between a cup of tea and a cup of coffee could have implications for bone health
Choice of Tea or Coffee Might Affect Risk of Osteoporosis in Older Women
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Regular tea consumption could be associated with higher bone mineral density in older women, while very high coffee consumption could have the opposite effect, suggesting a study by Australian researchers. Research analyzed the consumption habits of nearly 9,700 women in the United States, with [...]
A cup of tea consumed daily could benefit the health of older women's bones, while a very high consumption of coffee could be associated with a lower bone mineral density, suggesting a new study.
The scientists' main conclusion is reassuring for those who consume coffee in regular quantities. How much do coffee and tea affect bone health? A long-term scientific study of thousands of older women provides new evidence, concluding that moderate coffee consumption does not appear to be associated with lower bone density, while excessive consumption may have a different effect. The research was published in the scientific journal Nutrients an…
Tea is associated with slightly higher hip bone density, while more than five cups of coffee per day is associated with a lower one. What do the findings mean?
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