Beverages, Tea & Coffee

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Beverages, Tea & Coffee Feb 03,2012

Coffee Consumption Reduces Fibrosis Risk in Those with Fatty Liver Disease

The steady increase in rates of diabetes, obesity, and metabolic syndrome over the past 20 years has given rise to greater prevalence of NAFLD. In fact, experts now believe NAFLD is the leading cause of chronic liver disease in the U.S., surpassing both hepatitis B and C.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Feb 01,2012

Decaffeinated Coffee Preserves Memory Function by Improving Brain Energy Metabolism

Coffee intake is not recommended for everybody due to the fact that it is associated with cardiovascular health risks such as elevated blood cholesterol and blood pressure, both of which lead to an increased risk for heart disease, stroke, and premature death.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Jan 31,2012

Drinking Three Cups of Tea a Day May Help Lower Blood Pressure

According to the study’s authors, the results could translate into a 10 percent drop in the prevalence of high blood pressure and a 7 to 10 percent decrease in heart disease risk.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Jan 27,2012

Moderate Caffeine Intake Associated with Higher Estrogen Level for Asians, Lower for Whites

The changes in estrogen levels among the women who took part in the study did not appear to affect ovulation. Studies conducted in animals had suggested that caffeine might interfere with ovulation.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Jan 20,2012

Comparison of Effects of Red Wine Versus White Wine on Hormones Related to Breast Cancer Risk

The investigators concluded that red wine, but not white wine, was associated with significant effects on some indices of estrogen metabolism; free testosterone and luteinizing hormone were increased, but no significant differences were noted in estrogen levels.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Jan 18,2012

Is It the Alcohol or Polyphenols in Red Wine That Decreases Cardiovascular Disease?

This study by Chiva-Blanch G et al, just published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, included 67 male volunteers in Spain who were considered to be at "high-risk" of cardiovascular disease. The study found both ethanol and nonalcoholic compounds in red wine have potentially protective effects that may reduce the risk of vascular disease.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Jan 09,2012

Black Tea Reduces Diabetes, CVD Risk

Drinking at least three cups of black tea daily may lower an individual’s risk of cardiovascular disease and diabetes, according to new research published in the bulletin Nutrition Communications.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Dec 21,2011

Researchers Identify Lower Mortality for Wine Consumers Compared to Other Alcoholic Beverages

A study based on the long-term follow up of a group of older Americans concluded that the associated lifestyle habits and environmental factors of wine consumers largely explained their better health outcomes.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Dec 12,2011

New Research Suggests Red Hot Super Fruit May Be a Natural Sleep Aid

The researchers attribute the sleep benefits to the melatonin content of the red Super Fruit – a powerful antioxidant critical for sleep-wake cycle regulation.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Nov 28,2011

Coffee May Protect Against Endometrial Cancer

Drinking more than four cups of coffee per day was linked with a 25 percent reduced risk for endometrial cancer.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Nov 23,2011

Similar Effects of Beer and Wine on the Risk of Cardiovascular Disease

The Italian authors carried out an updated meta-analysis on the relationship between wine, beer or spirit consumption and cardiovascular outcomes, using state-of-the-art statistical techniques.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Nov 16,2011

The Serotonin System in Women's Brains is Damaged More Readily by Alcohol than that in Men's Brains

"We have used what is known as neuroendocrine techniques to show that it is principally the serotonergic system in the brain that is seriously impaired by alcohol. This is the system that regulates impulse control and mood, among other functions"

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Nov 10,2011

Dairy Foods May Improve Bone Health During Diet and Exercise in Overweight Premenopausal Women

In this study, researchers conducted a controlled randomized weight loss intervention trial involving 90 premenopausal overweight or obese women which was designed to achieve weight loss and be supportive of bone health.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Nov 08,2011

School Ban on Sugar-Sweetened Drinks Not Reducing Consumption

Daniel R. Taber, Ph.D., M.P.H., and colleagues from the University of Illinois at Chicago, examined state policies that banned all sugar-sweetened beverages in schools compared with states that banned only soda or had no beverage policy for in-school purchases.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Oct 26,2011

Orange Juice May Help Support Intake of Certain Underconsumed Nutrients in Children

Children who regularly consume 100 percent orange juice tended to have significantly higher intakes of vitamin C, potassium, vitamin B6, folate, dietary fiber and magnesium than non-consumers.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Oct 25,2011

Coffee Consumption Associated with Decreased Risk for Basal Cell Carcinoma

The amount of coffee consumption was inversely associated with BCC risk. Those in the highest quintile had the lowest risk, with an 18 percent reduction for women and a 13 percent reduction for men.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Oct 24,2011

Higher BMI, Consumption of Black Tea and Fruit May Protect Against Lung Cancer

Dr. Siu and team found an inverse relationship between BMI and lung cancer risk, where higher BMI levels were associated with a lower risk for lung cancer.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Sep 30,2011

Red Wine Ingredient Resveratrol Stops Breast Cancer Growth

This has important implications for the treatment of women with breast cancer whose tumors eventually develop resistance to hormonal therapy.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Sep 29,2011

Increased Caffeinated Coffee Consumption Associated with Decreased Risk of Depression in Women

They sought to examine whether, in women, consumption of caffeine or certain caffeinated beverages is associated with the risk of depression.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Sep 21,2011

Abbott Earns Banned Substance Free Certification for EAS Products

The company has now enhanced those standards to include independent testing of EAS products for more than 146 banned substances prohibited by organizations including the World Anti-Doping Agency and U.S. professional sports leagues.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Aug 16,2011

More Evidence that Caffeine Lowers Risk of Skin Cancer

Scientists believe that based on what they have learned studying mice, caffeine applied directly to the skin might help prevent damaging UV light from causing skin cancer.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Aug 04,2011

Nestlé Researchers Explore the Cognitive and Mood Benefits of Decaffeinated Coffee

These results provide the first indication that there are compounds in coffee, other than caffeine, that can improve mood and mood-related behavioral effects.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Jul 19,2011

Chinese Culture Encourages Binge Drinking in Middle-aged Men

The heaviest Chinese drinkers are middle-aged or beyond, while drinking levels in other countries tend to peak in people's late teens and early twenties.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Jul 18,2011

Low Amounts of Alcohol Have Different Effects on Left and Right Ventricles of the Heart

"We found that low doses of red wine is associated acute depression in left ventricular function and acute increase in right ventricular function," said Cameli.

Beverages, Tea & Coffee Jul 13,2011

Advice to Drink 8 Glasses of Water a Day 'Nonsense,' Argues Doctor

Several studies showing no clear evidence of benefit from drinking increased amounts of water and suggesting there may be unintended harms attached to an enforcement to drink more water.