A recent study by Epic Research found that caffeine-related emergency department visits among youth aged 11 to 14 have more than doubled from 2017 to 2023, especially in boys. The research showed that males had significantly higher rates of caffeine-related ED visits compared to females aged 15 to 35 years. Caffeine overdoses can lead to severe adverse events such as heart attacks and death, with the FDA noting toxic effects can be seen with consumption of around 1,200 mg of caffeine. Researchers emphasized the importance of discussing caffeine consumption with adolescents to prevent potential risks and suggested further exploration of interventions to reduce caffeine intake in young people.
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Spike in related ED visits highlights ‘growing concern’ over caffeine intake among youth
