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A new study shows the mechanisms of how coffee modifies the microbiome, reduces inflammation, and influences mood. Even decaf ...

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NPR's science podcast Short Wave looks at the secrets behind scorpions' weapons, using electricity to measure the quality of a cup of coffee, and what shapes the content of dreams.

Coffee is more than a morning pick-me-up. It’s a global industry that shapes economies and everyday culture. At the Center for Coffee Research and Education, scientists study every stage of coffee — ...

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With climate change impacting the world’s coffee supplies, can physics help you reduce waste by brewing smarter? Michael ...

Scientists may have just found the key reason why coffee is good for you - Antioxidants and anti-inflammatory chemicals in ...

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Trouble is brewing for coffee lovers in California, where a judge ruled that sellers must post scary warnings about cancer risks. But how frightened should we be of a daily cup of joe? Not very, some ...

Even the heaviest coffee drinkers are less likely to die early than people who don’t drink coffee, new research finds. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and ...