Coffee has a complex mix of compounds that influence inflammation and oxidative stress, processes tied to how quickly cells age. The study highlighted here examined coffee intake in people with major psychiatric disorders and found a pattern where up to four cups per day was associated with longer telomeres, a marker often read as younger cellular age. Higher intake did not show the same association, indicating there may be a practical range where benefits apply and risks begin to appear.
For anyone managing mental illness, small, evidence-informed choices can add up to real differences in health over decades. The findings open questions about how dietary factors interact with medications, sleep, and stress to shape aging at the molecular level. Follow the full article to explore how these results were measured and what they might mean for personalized strategies that support resilience, longevity, and inclusion in health care.
Researchers studying people with major psychiatric disorders found that drinking up to four cups of coffee a day is associated with longer telomeres. This suggests a potential slowing of biological aging by about five years. However, drinking five or more cups showed no benefit and may even contribute to cellular damage. Coffee’s antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties may help explain the effect.
