Energy foods boost caffeine in snacks and drinks
The Philadelphia Inquirer notes caffeine is moving into foods from waffles to maple syrup and gum. brands like Cracker Jack’D, Jelly Belly Extreme Sport Beans, Ice Breakers Energy, and MiO Energy are leading the trend with small producers selling novel caffeinated products not yet widely sold. The FDA barely tracks these niche items and manufacturers need not list caffeine additions.
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FDA weighs caffeine in foods as energy drinks surge
FDA officials warn caffeinated foods may appeal to children and teens and pledge review of safety data. Wrigley paused Alert gum after a tipping point, while brands like Red Bull spurred a booming market with many products sold as dietary supplements.
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A reader seeks medical guidance for a daughter with possible Graves' disease. Dr Roach explains Graves' as an autoimmune thyroid overactivity, outlines treatments, notes eye bulging needs ophthalmology, and suggests endocrinology follow up. The letter also discusses a mother's rapid dementia and alcohol use, advising limited intake for women and suggesting endocrinology input.
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