decaffeinated coffee

A major study published in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology found that coffee consumption is linked to a significantly lower risk of severe liver disease, liver cancer, and liver-related death. The research, involving 354,957 UK Biobank participants over 13 years, showed that drinking 1-2 cups daily reduced cirrhosis risk by 20% and liver-related mortality by 31%, with higher consumption (5+ cups) offering even greater protection. Benefits were observed for both caffeinated and decaffeinated coffee, though adding sugar or artificial sweeteners weakened positive effects.

Monarch Community Cafe in Rogers Park distributed 5,000 free coffee cups during its first week of operation, drawing significant community turnout. The cafe, opened by John and Lynn Marshall, aims to provide a communal space with features like a kids' play area and board games, supported by a $30,000 Kickstarter campaign.