Caffeinated Soda Consumption Linked to Alcohol Sipping in Children
A study involving 9 and 10-year-olds found that daily consumption of caffeinated soda drinks is linked to a higher likelihood of beginning alcohol sipping within the next 12 months, with these children also displaying more impulsivity and poorer working memory. The study, published in Substance Use & Misuse, analyzed data from over 11,000 children and highlighted the associations between caffeinated soda intake and risk factors for substance use disorders. While the study sheds light on these links, it does not establish causation, emphasizing the need for evidence-based recommendations regarding caffeinated soda consumption in minors.