A new study from the University of North Dakota School of Medicine suggests that "a daily dose of caffeine blocks the disruptive effects of high cholesterol that scientists have linked to Alzheimer's disease."
The caffeine protected the blood brain barrier (BBB) from the effects of cholesterol. The BBB is a protective device that prevents microorganisms from the body's circulation system from entering the brain. Earlier studies showed that cholesterol breaks down the BBB, allowing contaminants to enter the brain. A leaky BBB occurs in many different disorders, including Alzheimer's dementia.
According to researchers, caffeine protects the BBB by keeping the junctions tight, preventing unwanted microorganisms from entering the central nervous system.
Starbucks should be elated...
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