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Hepatologists Recommend Water, Coffee, and Green Tea Over Detox Products for Liver Health
health-and-nutrition2 days ago

Hepatologists Recommend Water, Coffee, and Green Tea Over Detox Products for Liver Health

Medical experts advise that simple, everyday beverages like water, black coffee, and green tea offer more evidence-based support for liver function than expensive detox products. While the liver performs over 500 functions, maintaining its health relies on consistent hydration and specific compounds found in common drinks. Black coffee is highlighted for lowering liver enzymes, while green tea provides a lower-caffeine alternative rich in catechins. Beetroot juice and turmeric tea also show benefits, but moderation is key due to sugar content. Experts caution that high-sugar smoothies and alcohol can strain the liver, emphasizing that lifestyle choices matter more than trendy cleanses.

Barista Champion Debunks Mold Fears, Focuses on Carafe and Water Quality
lifestyle5 days ago

Barista Champion Debunks Mold Fears, Focuses on Carafe and Water Quality

Heather Perry, a two-time U.S. Barista Champion and CEO of Klatch Coffee, advises home brewers that mold fears are largely unfounded. She emphasizes that the carafe, not the water reservoir, is the primary area for flavor-affecting residue. Perry recommends using filtered water with minerals, wiping grinders to remove oils, and storing coffee in the freezer rather than the fridge to maintain freshness.

Dunkin and L.L.Bean unveil mini fall coffee accessories
business17 days ago

Dunkin and L.L.Bean unveil mini fall coffee accessories

Dunkin teams with L.L.Bean to roll out fall-themed iced-coffee accessories, including a pink-and-orange birdseye sweater cup sleeve and a mini Boat and Tote cup sleeve; items begin Sept. 22 with Maine-only mini Boat and Tote, and on National Coffee Day (Sept. 29) the line expands to a human-sized pink-and-orange sweater ($79.95) and a full-size Dunkin Boat and Tote ($59.95), plus a Sept. 27 preview at L.L.Bean’s Seaport location.

Sip Smart: A Nutritionist’s Blueprint for a Healthier Coffee Habit
wellness19 days ago

Sip Smart: A Nutritionist’s Blueprint for a Healthier Coffee Habit

Coffee’s health impact depends on timing, amount, and additives: the healthiest option is a small, sugar-free espresso or ristretto, while instant coffee and most decaf are less favorable; choose unsweetened nut milks and avoid syrupy drinks; don’t add sugar and pair if you need sweetness with protein or fiber; never drink on an empty stomach and wait about two hours after meals to protect nutrient absorption; aim for one cup a day (or even less) to prevent caffeine dependence and potential hormonal/metabolic imbalances; use a non-plastic cup for a healthier routine.

First-day coffee lands Beaver River student in suspension, prompting hearing scrutiny
nation-and-world26 days ago

First-day coffee lands Beaver River student in suspension, prompting hearing scrutiny

A senior at Beaver River Central School in Beaver Falls, NY was suspended on her first day after bringing a cup of coffee to campus under a newly added outside food and drink rule. The mother questions whether a required public hearing was ever announced, while the district says an August board meeting was intended as a public hearing but wasn’t properly publicized. A public hearing is now expected on September 14 as officials review the policy. The student says the suspension won’t affect her permanent record and hopes the system operates as it should, with more transparency.

Coffee in Class Triggers Suspension, Sparks Policy Debate in Upstate NY School
education26 days ago

Coffee in Class Triggers Suspension, Sparks Policy Debate in Upstate NY School

Julie Kaputa, a Beaver River Central School senior in Castorland, NY, was given in-school suspension for bringing a cup of coffee to class on the first day. Her mother says the district quietly adopted an outside-food and drink policy without a required public hearing. The policy bans outside beverages to minimize distractions and protect allergies. The district plans a public hearing to discuss the change, and Kaputa was allowed to return to class after a discussion; the suspension will not appear on her record.

First-day coffee lands student in suspension, sparking policy hearing at Beaver River
education26 days ago

First-day coffee lands student in suspension, sparking policy hearing at Beaver River

A Beaver River Central School senior was suspended for bringing a cup of coffee to class on the first day due to a new outside-food rule; the family argues the rule lacked a properly announced public hearing, while the district says a prior August meeting counted as a hearing and will hold a separate Sept. 14 session to discuss the policy aimed at a safer, distraction-free learning environment.

Extreme drink temperatures linked to higher esophageal cancer risk in a massive UK study
health27 days ago

Extreme drink temperatures linked to higher esophageal cancer risk in a massive UK study

A UK study of nearly 1 million adults found that drinking very hot coffee or tea is associated with a substantially higher risk of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma, with those consuming six or more hot drinks daily seeing about a 71% increased risk and those drinking very hot beverages about three times as likely to develop the cancer. The risk increase was specific to squamous cell carcinoma, not adenocarcinoma. Temperatures were self-reported, limiting precision. Experts suggest cooling drinks but emphasize that smoking, heavy alcohol use, reflux, and obesity are established risk factors and remain the more influential factors for esophageal cancer.

Heat in Your Cup? Very Hot Teas and Coffees May Boost Esophageal Cancer Risk
health27 days ago

Heat in Your Cup? Very Hot Teas and Coffees May Boost Esophageal Cancer Risk

A large UK study of nearly 1 million adults (Million Women Study and UK Biobank) links drinking very hot tea or coffee with a higher risk of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (SCC): about 1.7x higher risk for hot vs warm drinks and around 3x for very hot drinks, with six or more hot drinks daily linked to a 71% increase. The association was not seen for esophageal adenocarcinoma. The researchers estimate roughly 14% of SCC cases could be prevented if drinks were heated less, though a key limitation is self-reported temperatures. The study, published in International Journal of Cancer, emphasizes that while hot beverages may contribute to risk, smoking, alcohol, and obesity remain larger risk factors.

Tea Could Be a Small Piece of the Bone Health Puzzle for Seniors
health29 days ago

Tea Could Be a Small Piece of the Bone Health Puzzle for Seniors

A large 10-year study of 9,704 postmenopausal women found regular tea intake linked to higher bone density, while drinking more than five cups of coffee daily was associated with lower density; however, the researchers caution the results are observational and of small magnitude. The takeaway: tea can fit into a bone-healthy lifestyle alongside calcium/vitamin D, adequate protein, weight-bearing exercise, and avoiding smoking/alcohol; coffee remains not clearly risky unless consumed in very high amounts, and more research is needed across populations.

Ultra-hot drinks tied to tripled esophageal cancer risk, large Oxford study finds
health1 month ago

Ultra-hot drinks tied to tripled esophageal cancer risk, large Oxford study finds

A large Oxford University study of over a million people found that drinking very hot beverages (≥65°C) regularly is associated with about a threefold increase in esophageal cancer risk, with those consuming six hot drinks daily at even higher risk; researchers advise letting drinks cool to 65°C or below and note more research is needed to pinpoint exact dangerous temperatures.

Cool your cuppa: UK study links very hot drinks to higher esophageal cancer risk
health-news1 month ago

Cool your cuppa: UK study links very hot drinks to higher esophageal cancer risk

A UK study analyzing nearly 1 million adults (UK Biobank and Million Women Study) found that drinking very hot beverages substantially increases the risk of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma, with about 1.7x higher risk for hot drinks and around 3x for very hot ones; consuming six or more hot drinks daily raises risk further. Although exact temperatures weren’t recorded, the International Agency for Research on Cancer has long considered beverages above 65C as probably carcinogenic. Experts say letting drinks cool or adding cold milk can negate the risk, and while the overall risk is still relatively low, reducing temperature and avoiding smoking and heavy alcohol use are advised.