Monday Dec 02, 2024

Caffeine Buzzed: Myth, Truth, or Marketing?

Did you know that around 90% of U.S. adults rely on caffeine daily?

In this episode, Kaylie and Debbie dig deep into the buzz about caffeine—how it works, what it does to your body, and the truth behind this popular pick-me-up. Don’t worry, they’re not here to tell you to quit (or start) your coffee habit—they just want to spill the tea (or coffee) on what you’re really sipping on!

 

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kayliewalker@missouri.edu 

Sound Editor: Evan Holley, Nutrition and Health Specialist for MU Extension

 

Resources from this episode: 

https://www.eatingwell.com/article/8009784/how-much-caffeine-is-too-much/

https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/caffeine/art-20045678

https://www.fda.gov/consumers/consumer-updates/spilling-beans-how-much-caffeine-too-much

https://www.eatingwell.com/article/8069479/is-coffee-good-for-you/

https://uhs.princeton.edu/health-resources/caffeine

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10930107/

 

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