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caffeine

Is coffee good for you?

Research shows that the health benefits of coffee—even decaf—seem to outweigh the risks.

Coffee: A natural disease fighter?

Enjoying a cup (or eight) of Joe per day may lower risks of Parkinson's disease, diabetes, multiple sclerosis and certain cancers.

Coffee may be kind to your kidneys

Study shows a protective effect of caffeine consumption among patients with chronic kidney disease.

Eat your way to better sleep

What you eat—and don’t eat—before bed will play a big role in what happens when your head hits the pillow.

Don’t buy the hype

Some so-called "natural" dietary supplements could send you to the ER.

Craving coffee? Blame your granddad

Your genes may have some bearing on the amount of caffeine you need each day.

A new health perk for coffee drinkers?

The brew, in any form, might cut colon cancer risk. What's even better: the more you drink, the lower the risk.

Daily caffeine doesn’t jolt the heart

Go ahead, enjoy that cup 'o tea, coffee or hot chocolate.

Coffee drinkers may live longer

Study suggests regular java and decaf are linked to survival benefits.

Myths and facts about energy drinks

Looking for a remedy for tiredness? Think twice before downing an energy drink.

Don’t forget the sunscreen … and the triple latte

Drink up! Scientists find coffee drinkers have lower risk for melanoma.