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Melvin Yong@melvinyongsg

[CASE warns against caffeine overconsumption] When consuming caffeinated drinks, consumers should be mindful of how much caffeine they are taking in, especially when different drinks are combined. Today, @casesg_official issued the results of a test on commonly mixed caffeinated drinks. All six combinations tested exceeded 100mg of caffeine per serving, which is around the daily caffeine amount recommended for adolescents. The highest-tested combination, comprising two energy drinks and espresso, contained 282.1mg of caffeine in a 350g serving, nearly three times the 100mg reference point, and equivalent to about three cups of brewed coffee. With exams approaching, some youths may turn to caffeinated drinks to stay alert. However, mixing different sources of caffeine can cause the total intake to add up quickly. I encourage youths and parents to check caffeine information on product labels where available, keep track of caffeine consumed throughout the day, and avoid mixing multiple caffeinated drinks in a single serving. Avoiding caffeine late in the day can also help support better sleep.