Understanding Caffeine vs. Kids

Authors

Cindy Nelson, Utah State UniversityFollow
Rachel McMaster

Document Type

Factsheet

Publisher

Utah State University Extension

Publication Date

12-3-2020

First Page

1

Last Page

3

Abstract

Children enjoy numerous foods and drinks on a regular basis that contain caffeine: soda, chocolate candy, energy drinks, and so forth. In fact, almost 3 out of 4 children consume caffeine regularly (American Academy of Family Physicians, 2020). This is a concern because studies show caffeine can affect children and adults differently, and too much caffeine can have detrimental health effects on kids. This fact sheet defines caffeine, reviews its effects and risks, identifies popular foods containing caffeine, and how to reduce consumption of caffeine.

Recommended Citation

Nelson, Cindy and McMaster, Rachel, "Understanding Caffeine vs. Kids" (2020). All Current Publications. Paper 2147.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/extension_curall/2147