Mind & Emotions · ScienceDaily Staying Healthy · September 9, 2026

Caffeine may flip an ancient cellular switch linked to slower aging

Scientists found that caffeine activates an ancient cellular energy system involved in stress resistance, DNA repair, and growth. The discovery could help explain caffeine’s links to healthier aging and may point toward new ways to target the same pathway.

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