Tuesday, March 17, 2009

Coffee & kids: A sip is OK, but too much caffeine and calories a problem

Coffee & kids: A sip is OK, but too much caffeine and calories a problem
Published March 17, 2009 in the Commercial Appeal

On a recent visit to Republic Coffee, I ordered an espresso-banana milkshake. Upon hearing my order, my 4-year-old immediately responded with an enthusiastic, "I want one, too!"

As I steered him toward all-natural sparkling juice, our accommodating waitress said, "We could make him a decaf."

I shook my head no, but then I started wondering about the effects of any coffee, decaf or otherwise, on children...(Read more)

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