Drinking three coffees a day could prevent dementia and slash risk by more than a quarter
Research showed rich chemicals in coffee provide a 27 per cent reduction in the chance of developing Alzheimer's
THREE coffees a day could slash the risk of Alzheimer’s disease by more than a quarter, according to research.
The drink is rich in chemicals that protect brain cells, scientists say.
One caffeic acid, reduces the accumulation of rogue proteins which clump together, destroying memory.
It also reduces the deaths of memory nerve cells, and preserves levels of a signalling chemical.
Caffeic acid is in coffee and other foods, and is one of a number of polyphenol compounds found in the Mediterranean diet — hailed for health benefits.
An updated review of previous studies said moderate, regular consumption of between three and five coffees a day could cut the chance of dementia by up to 27 per cent.