Does Coffee Worsen Chronic Pain in Older Adults? New Study Raises Red Flags
For many people, a cup of coffee in the morning is an essential ritual for waking up. But a recent study has raised a warning for older coffee lovers. Researchers from Nicolaus Copernicus University in Poland published findings in QJM: An International Journal of Medicine suggesting that increased coffee consumption may worsen chronic pain in older adults. As people age, both the likelihood and intensity of chronic pain tend to increase, making it one of the most significant factors affecting quality of life in later years. The researchers also noted, however, that daily diet may play a crucial role in managing this issue. With scientifically guided dietary adjustments, it may be possible to significantly reduce the burden of chronic pain. The study followed 205 healthy adults aged 60 and older over a two-year period. Researchers regularly assessed participants’ pain levels using a 0–10 pain scale (with 0 indicating no pain and 10 representing extreme pain), while also closely ...