Coffee and tea have long been appreciated beverages, cherished beverages that bring immense pleasure to their drinkers. A cup of robust java can increase focus and performance while sipping calming tea can support heart and brain health. To maximize health benefits from both beverages, remember to avoid adding too many added sugars and heavy creamers – opt for healthier beverages that offer both flavor and function!

No matter your favorite cup, research suggests that moderate coffee consumption could help ensure you reach old age with both an active body and sharp mind. A recent study followed over 47,000 women who consumed between one and three cups of caffeinated coffee daily during midlife years and found they were more likely to reach old age without major chronic diseases and have good cognitive and physical functions 30 years later.

Coffee not only supports memory, concentration and mood; it can also help stabilize blood pressure and reduce arrhythmias by blocking adenosine receptors. These findings confirm prior studies linking moderate coffee consumption with lower rates of diabetes, heart disease and neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.

This study, presented on Monday at the Annual Meeting of the American Society for Nutrition in Orlando, analyzed diet data collected from women taking part in the Nurses’ Health Study. Surveying took place at middle age regarding coffee consumption before 30 years had passed; participants were divided into groups according to how much caffeinated coffee they consumed daily – one to three cups daily was shown to increase healthy aging compared to non-coffee drinkers regardless of whether it contained milk or sugar added.

Though its benefits were apparent, scientists behind the study caution that it should not be seen as a blanket endorsement of caffeine as a beverage. Individual factors may determine whether caffeine and healthy aging go hand in hand; such as hormonal shifts that occur during midlife – when this study was conducted. Women experiencing menopause or taking birth control pills could find it harder to breakdown caffeine due to hormonal shifts that occur around this age; making the positive correlation less robust.

For an energy boost and plant compounds similar to coffee, consider trying yerba mate, yaupon tea, or matcha. Or for those still enjoying morning brew but seeking ways to support farmers who grow it – Joyride offers sustainable coffee brands which support these initiatives – but no matter which beverage you select be sure that the company backing it aligns with your values and principles before making your selection.