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health1 month ago•5 min saved

Coffee Linked to Lower Liver Disease Risk in a Massive UK Biobank Study

A UK Biobank analysis of nearly 355,000 adults over about 13 years found that drinking five or more cups of coffee daily is linked to a lower risk of liver cirrhosis (32%), liver cancer (47%), and death from liver-related causes (42%), with benefits seen for both regular and decaf coffee. The protective effects are likely due to coffee's bioactive compounds beyond caffeine, such as polyphenols and antioxidants, which may reduce inflammation and fibrosis. While decaf also appears beneficial, more research is needed and the findings are not a directive to drink large amounts—moderation can be part of liver health strategies.

via Women's Health|

#cirrhosis #coffee #decaf-coffee

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Daily Coffee Linked to Major Drop in Liver Cancer Risk, UK Study Says

A UK Biobank analysis of about 355,000 adults followed for ~13 years found that five or more daily cups of coffee were linked to a 32% lower risk of cirrhosis, a 47% lower risk of liver cancer, and a 42% lower risk of death from liver-related causes versus non-coffee drinkers; benefits were seen with regular and decaf coffee, suggesting non-caffeine compounds like polyphenols may drive the liver protection. While observational, the results support moderate unsweetened coffee as a potential liver-disease prevention strategy, though causality isn’t proven and more research is needed.

via AOL.com|

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health2 years ago•0 min saved

"Health Advocacy Group Raises Concerns Over Safety of Decaf Coffee"

Health advocacy groups are urging the FDA to ban methylene chloride, a chemical used in the decaffeination process of coffee, citing its designation as a carcinogen by organizations like the World Health Organization and Environmental Protection Agency. Some states, such as California, are also taking steps to ban the chemical. The FDA is currently reviewing the petitions, and residue limits of methylene chloride have been set to limit exposure, although not all coffee brands use the same decaffeination process.

via Eyewitness News 3|

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health-and-environment2 years ago•2 min saved

"Shocking Revelation: Decaf Coffee Contains Dangerous Toxin, Warns Expert"

Decaffeinated coffee production involves the use of methylene chloride, a chemical that can cause cancer and harm the central nervous system. Health and environmental activists are urging the FDA to ban its use, advocating for safer decaffeination methods such as the Swiss Water Process. The FDA is currently considering public comments on the issue, while experts recommend choosing organic decaf coffee or those processed using safer methods.

via Futurism|

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health2 years ago•6 min saved

"Decaf Coffee: Debunking Health Advocacy Claims"

Health advocacy groups are petitioning the FDA to ban methylene chloride, a chemical used in the decaffeination process, due to cancer concerns. While the FDA allows its use with residue limits, experts argue that the regulation is outdated and that safer decaffeination methods are available. Consumers are advised to look for solvent-free, Swiss Water processed, or certified organic decaf coffee to avoid potential exposure to methylene chloride.

via CNN|

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