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Consuming very hot beverages like tea and coffee above 65°C may increase the risk of oesophageal cancer due to heat damage to the esophagus lining. Drinking large sips of hot liquids quickly can cause more harm, and experts recommend cooling drinks to around 58°C and taking smaller sips to reduce risk. While the evidence links hot drinks to oesophageal cancer, there is no clear connection to throat or stomach cancers.
Drinking very hot beverages above 65°C is probably carcinogenic and linked to a higher risk of oesophageal cancer, especially when consumed in large sips. To reduce risk, it's recommended to let hot drinks cool down, take small sips, and avoid drinking them at extremely high temperatures. The evidence mainly comes from studies in South America and recent research in the UK supports this link.
Martin Amis, the acclaimed British writer and author of 14 novels, including Money: A Suicide Note and London Fields, has died at the age of 73 after a battle with oesophageal cancer. Amis was named one of the 50 best British writers since 1945 and was listed for the Booker Prize twice. He leaves behind a towering legacy and an indelible mark on the British cultural landscape.