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Coffee May Protect Against Some Skin Cancers
By Stephanie Pappas published
Enjoy your morning cup of joe without guilt: A new study finds that drinking four or more cups of coffee daily is linked with a lower risk of malignant melanoma, the deadliest skin cancer.
Energy Drinks Plus Alcohol May Encourage Drunk Driving
By Agata Blaszczak-Boxe published
People who mix energy drinks with alcohol may be more likely to drive drunk than those who consume only alcohol, according to a new study.
Energy Drinks Can Be Deadly for Young Children
By Tia Ghose published
In children, energy drinks can cause serious side effects, such as seizures and cardiovascular problems.
Kids and Caffeine: How Much is Too Much?
By Dr. Sanjay Mehta published
Caffeine is in a wide range of drinks that kids consume — is that safe?
Decaf or Regular: Coffee Is Good for Your Liver
By Laura Geggel published
Drinking decaffeinated coffee is just as helpful as drinking regular coffee is for maintaining a healthy liver, a new study finds.
Coffee Lover? It Could Be in Your Genes
By Tanya Lewis published
Some people can't imagine their mornings without coffee, while others don't touch a drop of the stuff. Now, a new study reveals how genes influence whether people like coffee.
Adding Energy Drinks to Alcohol Boosts Urge to Drink
By Cari Nierenberg published
People feel a stronger urge to drink more alcohol when their drink contains an energy drink, along with alcohol, a new study finds.
After Puberty, Kids' Gender Determines Reaction to Caffeine, Study Says
By Martta Kelly published
Boys and girls react differently to caffeine after puberty, according to a new study.
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