A steaming cup of coffee might hold more than just a morning boost. For many women, that daily ritual could play a role in staying sharp and active later in life.

Regularly consuming coffee during middle age may provide a health boost for women as they get older, according to a finding unveiled Monday based on preliminary analysis of tens of thousands of health records.

A new study suggests drinking a cup—or several—each day could be linked to long-term health benefits. The study, presented on Monday at the annual meeting of the American Society for Nutrition in Orlando,