Could the secret to healthier aging be as simple as enjoying a cup of coffee and eating more fruit? A new study suggests that diets rich in polyphenols—natural compounds found in berries, apples, coffee, tea, and cocoa—may help keep cells younger for longer.
Researchers from the University of Navarra in Spain analyzed data from more than 1,700 adults and found that individuals with the highest polyphenol intake had a 52% lower risk of having short telomeres. Telomeres are protective DNA caps that naturally shorten with age and are considered a marker of cellular aging. The findings suggest that a polyphenol-rich diet could play an important role in supporting long-term health and healthy aging.
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