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Chart Shows How Much U.S. Coffee Prices Have Risen Since 1985
Most of us have noticed the steep increase in coffee prices over the years—but exactly how steep has the increase been? CNBC has published a chart displaying the rising cost of a pound of coffee in the U.S. over the years, a shift driven by climate change, tariffs, and more. Click here for the full story.
Study Finds That Coffee Can Help Combat Depression
A recent study from the Australian & New Zealand Journal of Psychiatry has linked higher caffeine consumption to lower risk of depression. Through the study, researchers found that moderate coffee consumption can help boost energy and temporarily relieve symptoms of depression.
Despite Tariff Cuts, High Coffee Prices Are Here to Stay
Although the Trump administration has eliminated tariffs on coffee, Bloomberg reports that, due to the lingering high cost of green coffee, consumers may continue to see high prices well into the foreseeable future. Read the full story here.
Coffee Intake Can Reduce Risk of Liver Cancer
Pulling together research from more than 270 studies, researchers have found that moderate coffee consumption is linked with a lower risk of cancer of the digestive system, including liver cancer. Click here for more.
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