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'Pure Powdered Caffeine Can Be Deadly, FDA Warns

The Food and Drug Administration has issued warning letters to five dealers of pure powdered caffeine in the U.S. due to health risks.

By Veronica P. De Leon

'Caffeine May Ward Off Alzheimer's Disease

Caffeine may just combat Alzheimer's disease in the future. Researchers have found that caffeine actually has a positive effect on tau deposits, which are some of the characteristic features of the disease.
'New Caffeine Trend in Children: Energy Drinks and Coffee More Popular Than Soda

There's a surprising, new trend when it comes to caffeine. It turns out that children are getting it from different sources, revealing the importance of understanding exactly what substances contain the stimulant.
'Guy Fieri Introduces 'Flavortown Roast' Coffee

Guy Fieri would like to invite you on another trip to "Flavortown."
'Wrigley Pulls Caffeinated Gum off Market, FDA Express Concerns Relating to Children Consuming the Gum

Wrigley pulls caffeinated gum from shelves temporarily as the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) investigates the safety of added caffeine, particularly its potential effects on children and young adults.
'Caffeine In Food: FDA To Investigate New Caffeinated Gum

The Food and Drug Admnistration will launch an investigation into the caffeinated gum, called "Alert Energy Gum" which promises "The right energy, right now." The gum, launched this week by Wrigley, a subsidiary of Mars, Inc., has 40 milligrams of caffeine per piece and 8 blister-packed pieces per box. Many children, especially teenagers, consume chewing gum and concerned parents want to know the risks involved from the spike in caffeine.