Coffee is one of the most loved beverages in the world and is widely popular for its uniquely strong taste, stimulatory properties and the capacity to perk up a person. But the medical department of Stanford University believes coffee also possesses qualities that may act against inflammation and cardiovascular diseases.
A study was carried out under Stanford-Ellison Cohort, which is a long-term program initiated around a decade ago. The participants were divided into two groups according to their ages: 20-30 and over 60 years of age. Blood samples were taken from both the groups and tested.
Results were drawn after the comparison showed the genes were more likely to be activated in older people. The activity of IL-1-beta, an inflammatory protein, was mainly researched upon, as stated by CTV News.
The research further delved into the group of older people, both with high and low activation of inflammatory gene clusters. The likelihood of having stiff arteries was much higher in people with high activation as compared to those with low activation. Stiff arteries are a factor that can potentially lead to heart diseases.
Findings of the study proved that the people having low activation consumed much more caffeine than the other group. Similarly, people drinking more coffee also faced a smaller risk of being attacked by cardiovascular diseases. Alongside coffee, tea and chocolate were also said to be useful in this case because of the presence of theophylline and theobromine in them.
The co-author of the study, Mark Davis, was quite surprised to the discovery. According to Yahoo! Beauty, Davis stated finding such an immense medical value associated with a very favorite drink of the masses was astonishing in itself.
David further revealed the study conducted on mice revealed a link between the consumption of coffee and longevity. So, do you think coffee can reduce the risks of inflammation and cardiovascular diseases on people? Sound off below.
