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Caffeine Overload May Cause High Blood Pressure in Otherwise Healthy People
A new study finds heavy caffeine consumption on a regular basis could elevate your risk of heart disease. So how much is too much?
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Could Caffeine in Pregnancy Help Prevent Cerebral Palsy in Kids?
- Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- October 22, 2024
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Experiments in sheep are hinting that doses of caffeine given to women in pregnancy, as well as their newborns after birth, could prevent cerebral palsy.
Cerebral palsy is a disabling condition often caused by asphyxia -- reductions in oxygen supply -- around the time of...
A Few Cups of Coffee Per Day Might Help Your Heart
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- September 17, 2024
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A few cups of coffee each morning can help protect a person against heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes, a new study says.
Drinking three cups of coffee a day -- or about 200 to 300 milligrams of caffeine -- lowered the risk of health problems linked to the heart o...
Frequent Coffee Drinkers Could Put Their Hearts at Risk
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- August 15, 2024
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Chugging coffee, swilling colas or pounding down energy drinks could cause heart damage over time, a new study warns.
All of these drinks contain caffeine, and a new study finds that folks who drink more than 400 milligrams of caffeine a day appear more likely to develo...
Caffeine Affects Dopamine Function in Parkinson's Patients
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- May 31, 2024
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Caffeine has been associated with a reduced risk of developing Parkinson's disease, but a new study says a coffee jolt might not be good for people already diagnosed with the brain...
1 in 4 Parents Say Their Teen Drinks Caffeine Daily
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- May 20, 2024
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Many teens are spending their days buzzed on caffeine, with their parents mostly unaware of the potential risks, a new national poll says.
A quarter of parents reported that caffeine is basically part of their teen's daily life, according to the University of Michigan He...
Does It Matter What You Eat or Drink Before Bed?
- Robin Foster HealthDay Reporter
- May 19, 2024
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If you suddenly find yourself craving food or drink right before you head to bed, one expert suggests you steer clear of big meals and caffeine.
"From a sleep standpoint, you shouldn't eat a big meal at 8 p.m. if you plan to go to bed at 9 p.m. If you are sensitive to ca...
Hospital Coffee Machines Aren't Germ-Spreaders, Study Finds
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- December 19, 2023
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Hospital coffee machines have received some side-eye as a potential source of spreading infection, but a new study debunks the belief.
"To our great relief"¦a general ban on coffee makers doesn't seem necessary,"concluded researchers led by
Tea Drinkers May Gain Better Blood Sugar Control
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- October 3, 2023
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Drinking dark tea daily may help balance blood sugar levels and stave off type 2 diabetes, the form of the disease most closely tied to obesity.
This is the main message from a new study that looked at tea-drinking habits and diabetes risk among people in China.
Fo...
Coffee Won't Raise Preemie Birth Risk, But Smoking Certainly Will: Study
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- September 28, 2023
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Smoking during pregnancy is a significant risk factor for premature births, but drinking coffee is not, new research suggests.
Women who smoked during pregnancy were 2.6 times more likely to give birth prematurely compared to nonsmokers, a risk that was double that of pr...
During Pregnancy, the Less Caffeine the Better: Expert
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- July 23, 2023
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When it comes to pregnancy and caffeinated drinks, less is best, says an expert, warning women to avoid energy drinks in particular.
"Energy drinks contain varying amounts of caffeine, so check nutrition labels to understand how much caffeine and other ingredients they c...
Is Coffee's Morning Jolt Mostly Placebo?
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- June 28, 2023
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Coffee kickstarts many a sleepyhead's day, but a new study argues that it's not the caffeine alone that provides the morning wake-up.
People who took a basic caffeine pill did not experience the same sort of brain boost they did from sipping a cup of coffee, according to...
Drink Up: Coffee Won't Affect Your Heart Rhythms
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- March 23, 2023
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A new study has some heartening news for coffee lovers: That morning cup is unlikely to make your heart skip a beat.
The study, published March 23 in the New England Journal of Medicine, found that drinking coffee does not seem to predispose healthy people to pr...
Smoking Plus Mental Illness Can Send Caffeine Intake Soaring
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- March 2, 2023
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One group of Americans drinks more caffeinated beverages than all others.
That's people who smoke cigarettes and also have serious mental illness, including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder, according to new research.
While Americans overall are drinking more c...
Kicking the Coffee Habit But Scared of Withdrawal? Try Decaf
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- February 17, 2023
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Researchers may have found a way for coffee-lovers to cut back without suffering symptoms of caffeine withdrawal like headache, fatigue, bad mood and irritability.
It's a cup of decaf.
Could Coffee Lower a Woman's Odds of Diabetes After Pregnancy?
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- December 26, 2022
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Women who had diabetes during pregnancy might want to treat themselves to another cup of joe.
New research shows that drinking coffee may lower their risk of type 2 diabetes.<...
Coffee Might Pose Danger to Folks With Severe High Blood Pressure
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- December 21, 2022
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Plenty of people enjoy a cup or two, or maybe three or four, of coffee every day.
But new research shows that people with severe high blood pressure ("hypertension") should steer clear of drinking too much java.
The study found that for those with blood pressure o...
Even a Little Coffee in Pregnancy Might Stunt a Child's Growth
- Denise Mann HealthDay Reporter
- November 1, 2022
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Most pregnant women are told it's safe to have one cup of coffee a day because it won't trigger miscarriages or preterm deliveries, but new research suggests a surprising risk: Moms-to-be who consume caffeine, even in small amounts, may have shorter kids.
"The main takea...
Coffee Might Perk Up Your Heart and Life Span
- By Ernie Mundell HealthDay Reporter
- September 27, 2022
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Folks who drink two or three cups of coffee daily appear to live longer than people who don't care for the beverage, new resear...
Coffee Might Give Some Men an Edge Battling Prostate Cancer
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- September 19, 2022
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For some men battling prostate cancer, drinking coffee may offer not just a quick pick-me-up but longer survival.
Research is still in the early phases, but a new study finds an association ...
Have a Cuppa: Tea Might Lower Your Odds for Diabetes
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- September 19, 2022
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Now might be a good time to brew another cup of tea.
Researchers studying the impact of tea found that drinking four or more cups of black, g...
Could Black Tea Lengthen Your Life?
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- August 30, 2022
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A cup of tea can soothe your spirit, but drinking a couple of cups each day may also lower your chances of dying early, new research suggests.
In the study of nearly 500,000 men and women who took part in the U.K. Biobank, researchers found that compared with people who ...
Why Coffee & Cigarette Is a Morning Ritual for Millions
- By Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- August 22, 2022
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Smokers in the throes of nicotine withdrawal when they wake up in the morning may crave not just a cigarette but a cup of coffee along with it.
Science can explain that.
You Can Drink Coffee With Your Thyroid Medication: Study
- By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter
- June 13, 2022
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It's OK to drink coffee soon after taking a liquid thyroid medication, a new study finds.
Current product labels and treatment guidelines recommend patients take
Coffee Is Kind to Your Kidneys
- By Robert Preidt HealthDay Reporter
- June 7, 2022
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There's more good news for coffee lovers who already reap its other health benefits -- your favorite beverage may also help pro...
Will Coffee Raise Your Cholesterol?
- Amy Norton HealthDay Reporter
- May 11, 2022
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People who rely on coffee for a pick-me-up may also see a boost in their cholesterol levels - especially if they sip an unfiltered variety, a new study suggests.
The researchers found that among more than 21,000 Norwegian adults, those who indulged in several cups of
Drink Up! Daily Coffee Tied to Longer, Healthier Life
- Consumer news
- March 24, 2022
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In yet another finding that highlights the health perks coffee can brew, new studies show that having two to three cups a day not only wakes you up, it's also good for your heart and may help you live longer.
In this largest ever analysis of nearly 383,000 men and women ...
Love Black Coffee & Dark Chocolate? It Could Be in Your DNA
- Cara Murez
- December 30, 2021
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If you like your coffee black, it could be that your grandpa or your great-aunt did, too.
A preference for black coffee and also for dark chocolate seems to lie in a person's genes, scientists report.
It's not the taste that these individuals actually love, but it...
Could Coffee Help Lower Your Odds for Alzheimer's?
- Cara Murez HealthDay Reporter
- November 30, 2021
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Coffee lovers know a steaming cup of java can quickly deliver energy and mental clarity every morning, but new research suggests it may also guard against Alzheimer's disease in the long run.
"Worldwide, a high proportion of adults drink coffee every day, making it one o...
Your Plant-Based Diet Could Really Help the Planet
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 29, 2021
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Worried about climate change? You can do something about it every time you lift your fork, a new study suggests.
Folks can reduce their personal carbon footprint by eating less red meat, nibbling fewer sweets and cutting back on tea, coffee and booze, according to the fi...
Could Coffee or Tea Lower Your Odds for Dementia and Stroke?
- Alan Mozes HealthDay Reporter
- November 17, 2021
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A few cups of your favorite brew -- coffee or tea -- each day might help keep stroke and dementia at bay, a large new study suggests.
For close to 14 years, scientists stacked up coffee and tea consumption against the risk of stroke and dementia among nearly 366,000 heal...
A Little Coffee May Be Healthy in Pregnancy
- Cara Murez
- November 16, 2021
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Many women dread having to give up coffee during their pregnancy, but new research suggests that consuming a little caffeine while expecting might not necessarily be a bad thing.
"While we were not able to study the association of consumption above the recommended limit,...
Knowing Your A-Fib Triggers Could Help You Avoid It: Study
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 15, 2021
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People suffering from dangerous abnormal heart rhythms can take matters into their own hands and figure out what is triggering their episodes, researchers report.
Folks with atrial fibrillation (a-fib) were able to reduce their episodes of the irregular heartbeat by 40% ...
Your Morning Cup of Coffee Can Affect Your Heart's Rhythms
- Dennis Thompson HealthDay Reporter
- November 15, 2021
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Your daily cup of joe might be a quick pick-me-up, but it comes with a mixed bag of good and not-so-good effects on your health, a new study reports.
Drinking coffee helps people stay more active, but it also significantly robs some of sleep, researchers say.
...
Daily Coffee May Protect the Heart
- Steven Reinberg HealthDay Reporter
- August 30, 2021
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The latest buzz on coffee? It may be good for your heart, a new, large study suggests.
Drinking light to moderate amounts -- up to three cups a day -- may lower the risk of stroke, fatal heart disease and all-cause death, researchers found.
"Regular coffee consumpt...