A new study suggests that drinking three cups of tea or coffee daily may reduce the risk of developing dementia by nearly 20 percent.
Experts say early prevention is crucial in lowering the risk of the disease, and caffeine may play a protective role in maintaining brain health.
The findings are based on an analysis of health records from 131,000 individuals in the United States. Participants were asked about their daily intake of caffeinated hot beverages, and their memory and overall health were monitored over four decades.
Researchers found that individuals who consumed two to three cups of caffeinated tea or coffee per day had a 15 to 20 percent lower risk of dementia compared to those who did not drink these beverages. However, consuming more than three cups daily did not provide any additional benefit.
The study also noted that people who drank caffeinated coffee showed less cognitive decline and performed better on certain brain function tests compared to those who consumed decaffeinated coffee.
