Espresso could slash your risk of Alzheimer’s disease, study suggests [Video]

Whether you drink yours for an energy boost or to enjoy the characteristic taste, an espresso offers more than a pleasant-tasting dose of caffeine. Research suggests that the popular beverage could slash your dementia risk.

A study, published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, found coffee could have a significant impact on reducing the risk of developing dementia, particularly Alzheimer’s disease. The research team found that just one espresso a day could make a difference.

Coffee seems to counteract the formation of tau proteins, notorious for building up in the brains of individuals with neurodegenerative diseases. The research indicates that the compounds found in espresso actively break down these tau proteins, helping to prevent the damage they inflict on neurons and the subsequent cognitive decline. 

What’s more, even trendy Espresso Martini cocktails could offer benefits for your brain. Despite the alcoholcontent, the drink still contains espresso’s beneficial compounds …