Nearly two-thirds of kids have caffeine in their diet. Here's how it's impacting their health
Summary
A report from the CDC says that almost two-thirds of American children aged 2 to 19 consume caffeine daily. On average, these children take in about 19.4 milligrams of caffeine each day. Experts explain how this caffeine intake can affect children's health.Key Facts
- Nearly 66% of American kids between 2 and 19 years old consume caffeine each day.
- The average caffeine amount these kids consume is 19.4 milligrams daily.
- Caffeine is found in many foods and drinks like soda, tea, and chocolate.
- The CDC is the U.S. government agency that tracks health information.
- Experts are studying how caffeine affects children’s health and development.
- High caffeine intake can impact children's sleep and behavior.
- The report highlights the need to monitor kids' caffeine consumption.
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