Pediatrician warns against regular caffeine consumption for teenagers

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – More and more Americans are turning to energy drinks for that morning jolt, and that includes teenagers who are waking up early again for class.

We all need that extra boost sometimes, and there’s no denying energy drinks pack a punch. A can alone has 200 milligrams of caffeine in it, more than double the amount in your average cup of coffee.

It’s not the worst thing in the world for you, but health experts will tell you regularly consuming all those stimulants does impact the body — especially if it’s still growing…

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