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Coffee for Seniors

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Best Coffee Maker for Seniors (Top Easy Options for Elderly)

The best coffee makers for seniors and the elderly have simple controls, an automatic shut-off setting with buttons and switches that are easy to see. I personally recommend the Keurig K-Express or the Hamilton Beach Scoop brewers. Here’s why.

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What Are The Best Coffee Cups for Arthritic Hands?

Arthritis pain can even take the enjoyment out of a nice hot cup of coffee. Holding onto a heavy mug with a thin handle adds to the pain. So, here are the best coffee cups for arthritic hands so you can hang onto that nice warm cup more easily.

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Should You Avoid Caffeine if you have Arthritis? (Excessive Amounts Definitely!)

Links between caffeine and arthritis aren’t definite but the studies show that it should be consumed in moderation if not completely avoided. Interestingly, tea may be the better choice.

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Which Is Better for Arthritis: Coffee or Tea? (A Scientific Look)

Green tea may be the best drink choice for people with arthritis because it has less caffeine than coffee. Plus green tea offers additional vitamins and polyphenols that coffee does not.

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Is Coffee Good for a Person with Arthritis? (A Scientific Look)

The science about coffee’s affect on arthritis is less than clear. You can find studies on both sides of the argument. Here’s a closer look at what we know AND don’t know.

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Lightweight Coffee Mugs for Elderly (Safer & Easier Coffee Cups)

Dropping a heavy mug of coffee will cause a mess if not an injury for seniors. The best lightweight coffee mugs for the elderly have no-spill features, stay cool to the touch while keeping coffee hot, and are lighter and easier to lift that other coffee cups.

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What Is The Best Shape for a Coffee Mug? (Well, It Depends!)

The best shape for a coffee mug is highly preferential depending on how you prefer to drink your coffee. The shape you choose affects both the style and function of your coffee drinking experience.

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Which Coffee Mug Materials Make Coffee Taste Better?

For most criteria, ceramic wins out as the best material for coffee mugs and cups. Glass and stainless steel are next on the list. What about plastic? Forget it!

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Which Mug Materials Keep Your Coffee Hot? (It Matters!)

Ceramic is the best mug material for keeping your coffee hot for the longest period of time. Glass is a close second. Stainless steel is a decent choice too but it has a few drawbacks.

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Are Stainless Steel Mugs Good For Coffee? (Yes, Most Of The Time!)

Stainless steel coffee mugs are popular for a reason. They are durable, easy to clean, and cheap to make. Plus, if you choose a good one, it won’t affect your coffee’s flavor either.

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Is Coffee Good for Forgetfulness or Dementia? (Encouraging Reports)

There have been multiple reports showing that coffee can help with memory. Combining coffee and tea specifically has been shown to help with forgetfulness.

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Does Coffee Age The Skin? (Maybe If You Drink Too Much!)

Drinking coffee is considered a healthy habit, but too much of it can dehydrate your skin. Excessive caffeine consumption seems to be the reason.

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