Study Finds Compounds in Coffee Protect Against Dementia and Parkinson’s (Plus, How to Maximize Benefits)
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By: Dave Asprey
Scientists at Rutgers University have identified a new molecule in coffee that protects the brain against degenerative diseases such as Parkinson’s and dementia. If you follow the Bulletproof Diet, you already know that coffee is good for you. This new research provides more evidence that your morning cup of joe helps you perform better and live longer. Here’s what you should know about the study, including recommended brewing methods to support your brain health.
Studies have already demonstrated that drinking coffee reduces the risk of developing Parkinson’s, possibly by protecting your brain cells from neuron degeneration.[1] Caffeine usually gets all the credit, but coffee beans are magical bundles of compounds that researchers still don’t completely understand.
The scientists at Rutgers focused on EHT (Eicosanoyl-5-hydroxytryptamide), an anti-inflammatory found in the waxy coating of coffee beans. EHT is derived from the neurotransmitter serotonin, the happy hormone. In the study, researchers gave mice small doses of caffeine or EHT. They found that EHT works synergistically with caffeine to protect the brain against the accumulation of harmful proteins associated with Parkinson’s disease and dementia.
Translation: Caffeinated coffee protects your brain. This adds to other research that says coffee reduces your risk of diabetes, boosts your mood, and makes you smarter.[2] Coffee is also a powerful source of antioxidants, which reduce your risk of chronic degenerative diseases and keep your brain sharp as you age.[3]
What about decaf? While beneficial compounds are also found in decaffeinated coffee, the Rutgers study says that EHT works best when it’s paired with caffeine. Keep reading to find out how you can get the most brain-brewing benefits out of your next cup.
Related: This Is Your Brain on Coffee (Plus, a Caffeine Effects Timeline)
Scientists haven’t measured the best way to increase levels of EHT, but the brewing method you choose plays a part. Here’s why. In “The Bulletproof Diet,” I talk about cafestol and kahweol — two potent anti-inflammatories naturally found in coffee. You’ll get more of those brain-boosting oils when you brew with a metal filter, such as with a French press or moka pot. These brewing methods preserve as many oils as possible in your mug. I’m making an educated guess that a metal filter does a better job at ensuring EHT also finds its way into your cup.
Love the convenience of your drip machine? You won’t get as many of those beneficial oils if you use a paper filter because it traps most of the cafestol and kahweol.[4] Paper also changes the taste of your coffee, and most people don’t clean their coffee makers well enough. Gross.
If you don’t have a taste for coffee, you might be brewing it incorrectly. Here’s what I recommend:
Related: Dark Roast Coffee May Reduce Risk of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s, Study Says
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Dave Asprey is founder & CEO of Bulletproof, and creator of the widely-popular Bulletproof Coffee. He is a two-time New York Times bestselling author, host of the Webby award-winning podcast Bulletproof Radio, and has been featured on the Today show, Fox News, Nightline, Dr. Oz, and many more.
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