Papal Visit Purim Millennium Snow in Jer. In addition, the department is recommending to ministry decision makers that the amount of caffeine in foods and drinks be listed due to research that large amounts of caffeine increase the risk of miscarriage by pregnant women. The department investigated the matter after water bottler Mei Eden advertised that its product is pure enough to give to babies without boiling. Nitzan-Kalusky said lab tests showed the presence of coliform bacteria in Mei Eden bottles that would be harmless to older babies, children, and adults, but could cause harm to infants under the age of 12 months.
Caffeine is found in coffee, chocolate, cola drinks, tea, and other products.
The recommendation follows research published recently in the New England Journal of Medicine that drinking an excessive amount of coffee could increase the risk of miscarriage. The proposal will now be put up for public discussion, Nitzan-Kalusky said. For women who want to be in the know Click here to return to page. The Jerusalem Post - All rights reserved, Click here for feedback and comments. Palm Post Edition sponsored by Davka Corporation .