A steaming cup of coffee might hold more than just a morning boost. For many women, that daily ritual could play a role in staying sharp and active later in life.

The results of a large study focused on the connection between drinking coffee and healthy aging in women were presented at the annual Nutrition 2025 meeting of the American Society for Nutrition in Orlando on Monday,

Middle-aged women who regularly drank caffeinated coffee were more likely to stay mentally sharp and physically functional as they aged, researchers reported Monday at a meeting of the American Society for Nutrition.