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Caffeine & Energy Boosting Drugs / Question
Published: September 18, 2001

Dear TeenHealthFX,

Does Coffee really stunt your growth? If so, what does it stunt?

Signed: Does Caffeine Stunt Your Growth?




Dear Does Caffeine Stunt Your Growth?,

 

There has been no conclusive study showing that coffee stunts your growth. However excessive coffee consumption can have a negative impact on your health. For greater understanding of coffee's effects on your health see TeenHealthFX's response to Caffeine & Growth and 13 and Hooked On Coffee.

Signed: TeenHealthFX



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