Daily Brew: Tea Boosts Bone Strength, Excessive Coffee Harms in Older Women, Study Finds

• Research suggests daily tea/coffee habits can significantly impact bone health in women over 60, a critical age for osteoporosis risk.
• A Flinders University study found regular tea consumption linked to slightly higher hip bone mineral density (BMD), especially in women with obesity.
• Consuming over five cups of coffee daily was associated with lower bone density, particularly for those with high alcohol intake.
• Osteoporosis, affecting 1 in 3 women over 50, causes brittle bones and fractures; hormonal changes post-menopause increase vulnerability.
• While calcium and Vitamin D are crucial, lifestyle choices like beverage intake offer accessible ways to support bone health, though findings are primarily from white women.

Why It Matters: Moderate tea may support bone health, while excessive coffee could harm it, especially for older women.