Moderate caffeine consumption has not been shown to be harmful to adults or children. While individual sensitivity varies, children appear to be no more susceptible to the effects of caffeine than adults. Studies have shown that moderate amounts of caffeine do not cause hyperactivity, or increase the risk of cancer, osteoporosis, or cardiovascular disease. One real concern is that more nutritious beverages may be ignored by teens who routinely reach for sodas and coffees. For this reason, it's a good idea for teens and adults to limit beverages with little nutritional value to two per day.
Moderation is the key.
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