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Instant Coffee Linked to 7x Risk of AMD

6/28/2025

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Chinese researchers have uncovered a startling connection between instant coffee and age-related macular degeneration (AMD), revealing that those who indulge in instant coffee may be up to seven times more susceptible to this eye condition. The culprit? Acrylamide, a harmful compound released during its preparation, which could potentially harm the retina. Further investigation is essential to validate these alarming results.

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Chinese researchers have uncovered a startling connection between instant coffee and age-related macular degeneration (AMD), revealing that those who indulge in instant coffee may be up to seven times more susceptible to this eye condition. The culprit? Acrylamide, a harmful compound released during its preparation, which could potentially harm the retina. Further investigation is essential to validate these alarming results.