Coffee’s hidden gut-brain effects: decaf memory gains, caffeine focus
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New research from University College Cork shows caffeinated and decaf coffee rewire the gut microbiome and gut-brain axis, boosting mood and reducing stress. Decaf coffee improved learning and memory, while caffeinated coffee enhanced attention and reduced anxiety; effects point to multiple mechanisms beyond caffeine, including changes in specific gut bacteria and metabolites.
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