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New Research Found Caffeine May Block High Cholesterol Linked to Alzheimer's

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WEDNESDAY, April 9 (HealthDay News) -- A little caffeine every day could offer some protection from Alzheimer's disease for people with high cholesterol.


     
     
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Food as Medicine? Why Does Caffeine Help?

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By Kathleen Doheny
EmpowHer's HealthDay Reporter

TUESDAY, April 8 (HealthDay News) -- Caffeine, green tea and tart cherries may guard against multiple sclerosis, cancer and cardiovascular troubles, respectively, new research suggests.


     
     
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Can you be addicted to caffeine?

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My caffeine consumption is fairly limited, usually to 2-3 cups over the weekend when my darling groom is home. But, I do know what caffeine withdrawal feels like, as I used to drink a ridiculous amount of coffee before quitting, then allowing myself the weekend cups. Do you think a person can be addicted to caffeine, and do you think it goes hand in hand with another addiction, like nicotine?