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There's a reason I like coffee, Guinness and dark chocolate!HERE’S SOME GOOD NEWS FOR COFFEE DRINKERS. According to a study released on Thursday, middle-aged people who drink from 3 to 5 cups of coffee daily have a lower incidence of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia in their later years.
A team of Swedish and Finnish researchers began the project twenty years ago when they began closely following 1,400 people in Finland. In 1998 their memory functions were tested when all the subjects were 65 to 79 years old. The test group was examined again last year and it was found that the coffee drinkers lowered their risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer’s by 60 to 65 per cent.
The lead researcher on the project, Miia Kivipelto said it remained unclear exactly how moderate coffee drinking helped delay or avoid the onset of dementia, but pointed out that coffee contains strong antioxidants, which are known to counter Alzheimer’s.
Some studies have also shown that coffee helps protects the nerve system, which can also protect against dementia, she said, pointing out that yet other studies show that coffee protects against diabetes, which in turn is known to be linked to Alzheimer’s.
“Going forward, researchers should try to nail down exactly what the protective elements in coffee consist in,” Kivipelto said.
It was also emphasized that moderate coffee use is key because it has been shown that heavy coffee consumption can lead to hallucinations.
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01-18-2009, 01:12 PM #1Forum Member
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Coffee is good for you!
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I saw that report. Can't remember why or where though. Just remember I was sitting there having a cup of Coffee with my friends Al Einstein and Thomas Edison. Now Kermit, remind me, what were we talking about anyway?
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I have read several articles lately about this. Coffee is naturally very high in antioxidants which may be part of the reason it helps prevent Alzheimer's. That and a moderate caffeine consumption stimulates brain function. Guess that's why my brain won't work before my morning cup.
"...When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched, Nor will the flame burn you." Isaiah 43:2
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Nothing beats a good cup of Joe and a good firehouse discussion.
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except maybe ..... Originally Posted by Station2Capt
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Oops, wrong guy totally. I apologize. We would get along fine. Originally Posted by CaptainGonzo
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Logic and proportion have fallen sloppy dead.
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My grandfather was a merchant marine.
I don't know a group that drinks more coffee, and he got alzheimers.I am now a past chief and the views, opinions, and comments are mine and mine alone. I do not speak for any department or in any official capacity. Although, they would be smart to listen to me.
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Where the frak did you get this idea from? I don't hate Texans. Originally Posted by johnny46
"The education of a firefighter and the continued education of a firefighter is what makes "real" firefighters. Continuous skill development is the core of progressive firefighting. We learn by doing and doing it again and again, both on the training ground and the fireground."
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My apologies. Wrong guy. I'll edit. I've been drinking. Originally Posted by CaptainGonzo
Logic and proportion have fallen sloppy dead.
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Reducing someone's chances doesn't mean they won't get sick. Eating right and exercising reduces one's chances of heart disease. Some folks do everything right and still have bad health. Originally Posted by ChiefKN
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No problem, Bro... all's good. Originally Posted by johnny46
"The education of a firefighter and the continued education of a firefighter is what makes "real" firefighters. Continuous skill development is the core of progressive firefighting. We learn by doing and doing it again and again, both on the training ground and the fireground."
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So let me get this right. Coffee potentially reduces the risk of dementia, but it could give you cause for halucinations. Hmmm...... does anyone see a conflict here?
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I knew that it was good for me.....I just needed some big scientist to say it o others would believe me. I am a firm believer in carrying a cup in the morning darkness to ward off evil spirits and such, plus it helps me function more politely.
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Originally Posted by MalahatTwo7
does anyone see a conflict here?
No. No confilicts here.
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Originally Posted by CaptainGonzo
3 of my favorite things!
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Ah Ha!!...........
Originally Posted by CaptainGonzo
Here you have it, Guys. The Geezers hang out at a website just for them....... 
Coffee is consumed here in reasonable amounts, reasonable meaning that my wife replaces the Coffeemaker on an annual basis because it starts wearing out.............
So, if drinking Coffee helps out with anything, I'm all for it. Catch you all later, I'm off for my appointment at the memory loss clinic, if I can remember how to get there...........
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Huh??.........
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Gonzo, Coffee, and Guinness???.........
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Thanks Harve.. now I have to clean up a mess on my desk and monitor... Originally Posted by hwoods
Gonzo, Coffee, and Guinness???.........
"The education of a firefighter and the continued education of a firefighter is what makes "real" firefighters. Continuous skill development is the core of progressive firefighting. We learn by doing and doing it again and again, both on the training ground and the fireground."
Lt. Ray McCormack, FDNY
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