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Too much coffee may weaken bones, study finds

Researchers at Flinders University have found new evidence that coffee and tea may have different relationships with bone health in older women. Published in Nutrients , the study tracked nearly 10,000 women aged 65 and older for 10 years.

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A study tracking almost 10,000 older women over a decade found that tea drinking was linked to a modest increase in hip bone density. In contrast, moderate coffee consumption did not show a harmful effect on bone health. However, women who drank more than five cups of coffee per day had lower bone density compared to those who drank less. The research suggests that while coffee is safe in moderate amounts, excessive intake may weaken bones.

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