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health24 days ago•3 min saved

Extreme-temperature drinks linked to higher esophageal cancer risk, largest study finds

Oxford researchers analyzed nearly 1 million people and found that drinking beverages at 65°C or hotter is linked to about a threefold increase in esophageal cancer risk versus warm drinks; six or more hot drinks daily further raise risk, though absolute risk remains low and smoking/alcohol are stronger factors. Milk can cool drinks somewhat, but temps may still be too high. The study calls for more research to pinpoint exact safe temperatures, and the practical takeaway is to let hot drinks cool to a comfortable temperature before drinking.

via BBC|

#cancer-risk #drinking-guidelines #esophageal-cancer

health25 days ago•5 min saved

Heat at the Table: Hot Indian Foods and Drinks Linked to Esophageal Cancer Risk

A UK study of nearly 1 million adults found that very hot drinks are linked to more than a threefold rise in oesophageal squamous cell carcinoma risk, especially for six or more hot drinks daily; the IARC classifies beverages above 65°C as probably carcinogenic to humans. The piece also highlights five Indian foods that are often served piping hot—roti/paratha, samosa/kachori, dal/sambar, soup/rasam, and idli/dhokla/steamed snacks—as potentially risky when eaten immediately after heating. Experts emphasize that temperature matters more than the food type, advising letting items cool slightly before eating and seeking medical advice if swallowing is persistently painful or other concerning symptoms occur.

via The Times of India|

#esophageal-cancer #health #hot-beverages

health27 days ago•5 min saved

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.

via New York Post|

#coffee #esophageal-cancer #health

health28 days ago•7 min saved

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.

via foxnews.com|

#coffee #esophageal-cancer #health

health29 days ago•14 min saved

Scalding Sips Linked to Tripled Esophageal Cancer Risk, UK Study Finds

A UK study of nearly 980,000 adults followed for over a decade found that drinking beverages at very hot temperatures nearly triples the risk of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), with six or more hot drinks daily raising risk by about 71%. The risk rises with hotter temperatures and higher frequency, but the association was not seen with esophageal adenocarcinoma. Heat exposure to the esophagus is the suspected mechanism, not tea or coffee itself, and limiting beverage temperature could reduce SCC cases.

via NDTV|

#beverage-temperature #cancer-risk #health

health1 month ago•207 min saved

Hot drinks linked to higher esophageal cancer risk in large UK study

A UK study of nearly 1 million people (from the Million Women Study and UK Biobank) found that drinking very hot beverages (hotter than 65°C) is associated with about a threefold higher risk of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma. The risk rises with both beverage temperature and daily intake, with six or more hot drinks per day linked to roughly a 71% higher risk after adjusting for temperature. While the overall risk remains low, cooling drinks below 65°C could prevent some cases; the study shows association, not causation, and smoking remains a major risk factor. Esophageal cancer is relatively rare, accounting for about 2% of UK cancers and around 1% of US cancers.

via CNN|

#esophageal-cancer #health #hot-beverages

health1 month ago•1 min saved

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.

via Israel National News|

#cancer #coffee #esophageal-cancer

travel1 year ago•4 min saved

Airlines Ban Coffee Boarding for Passengers

Several European airlines, including EasyJet, KLM, Ryanair, and Virgin Atlantic, have banned passengers from bringing hot drinks onboard during boarding to reduce scald injuries and prevent unruly behavior, despite serving hot coffee during flights. The ban aims to minimize accidents caused by spills, turbulence, and potential misuse of alcohol, with some airlines requiring cups with lids as a safety measure.

via PYOK|

#airlines #boarding #european-airlines