For many of us, coffee is an essential part of our routine: a daily ritual and a quick fix for morning grogginess. More than that, a recent study suggested that people who drink it early in the day are less likely to die prematurely. • Morning coffee could reduce risk of heart diseaseThe key agent behind coffee’s stimulating effect is caffeine, a molecule that closely resembles adenosine, a chemical that occurs naturally in the brain. Normally, adenosine builds up throughout the day, binding to receptors that promote drowsiness. When we drink coffee, caffeine blocks these receptors, effectively stopping adenosine from telling us that we’re tired

Source: The Times March 17, 2025 01:50 UTC