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Just One Energy Drink May Raise Heart Health Risk
By Sara G. Miller published
Your energy level isn't the only thing that gets a boost after downing an energy drink.
10 Interesting Facts About Caffeine
By Cari Nierenberg published
Can people really get "addicted" to caffeine? Can people die from a caffeine overdose? Here are the facts about the world's most popular mood-altering drug.
More Evidence That Coffee Is Safe for Your Heart
By Sara G. Miller published
Perk up! Here's more evidence that coffee is safe for your heart.
Energy Drinks Tied to Brain Injuries in Teens
By Rachael Rettner published
Teens who drink energy drinks a lot are more likely to get head injuries than those who don't consume the highly caffeinated beverages, a new study from Canada suggests.
Caffeine Confuses Your Body's Internal Clock, Study Suggests
By Rachael Rettner published
Drinking a cup of coffee at night may be bad for sleep in more ways than one: Caffeine not only keeps you alert but also affects the body's internal clock.
Why Is Powdered Caffeine Dangerous?
By Rachael Rettner published
Caffeine is in coffee, tea and other products that we consume every day, so why is the powdered form dangerous?
Viral Soda Infographic: How Does Cola Really Affect the Body?
By Rachael Rettner published
An infographic that breaks down what happens to in your body after you drinking just one soda has gone viral, but health experts say some information in the graphic is exaggerated.
Energy Drinks Raise Blood Pressure, Study Finds
By Christopher Wanjek published
Energy drinks might prime you for heart problems, a new study finds.
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