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Fresh grounds for coffee: Study shows it may boost longevity

New research offers fresh grounds for drinking coffee, showing that it may boost chances for a longer life

By LINDSEY TANNER, AP Medical Writer
Published: July 2, 2018, 9:55am

CHICAGO — Go ahead and have that cup of coffee, maybe even several more. New research shows it may boost chances for a longer life, even for those who down at least eight cups daily.

In a study of nearly half-a-million British adults, coffee drinkers had a slightly lower risk of death over 10 years than abstainers.

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