The Dangers in Letting Kids Drink Soda Some parents may choose to limit their children’s beverage options to water and milk, while others allow their little ones to enjoy the occasional soft drink alongside a Happy Meal or during a trip to the movies. But is it really a good idea to let kids have …
New Study Reveals Caffeinated Soda Linked to Alcohol Consumption in Kids A new study from Seoul National University has found a concerning link between daily caffeinated soda consumption in children and the likelihood of them trying alcohol within a year. The study examined data from over 2,000 U.S. children aged 9 and 10 and discovered …
This article was featured in One Story to Read Today, a newsletter in which our editors recommend a single must-read from The Atlantic , Monday through Friday. Sign up for it here. Long gone are the days when alcohol was considered beneficial for your health. In 1991, a French researcher made headlines by claiming that …