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    Recovering from a Concussion? Avoid Caffeine, Alcohol — and Yes, Illicit Drugs!

    September 17, 2018

    If you have a concussion, drinking caffeine or alcohol, or using illicit drugs, can play havoc with your recovery. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: alcohol, caffeine, concussion, concussion recovery

    Woman drinking water to show the importance of hydration for athletes
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    How Smoking, Alcohol, and Drugs Can Harm Your Baby

    March 23, 2016

    Your unborn baby receives much of what you eat, drink, and breathe. Learn how unhealthy habits—like smoking, drinking, and doing drugs—can harm your baby. Learn More

    Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health

    Tagged with: caffeine, illegal substance use, pregnancy, smoking, smoking and pregnancy

    Learn more about alcohol and wine during pregnancy
  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    What’s In Your Soda?

    July 30, 2015

    While delicious, soda can be damaging to your health. Check out our infographic to find out what soda is made with, and the associated health risks. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Digestive Disorders

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: aspartame, caffeine, coca cola, cola, diabetes, infographic, pop, soda, soft drink, sugar

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  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    Changing Your Diet Can Change Your Mood

    January 24, 2015

    WARNING! Your mood is about to take a nosedive! Discover how your daily diet can influence your mood and find foods that will help promote a healthy life. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Nutrition

    Tagged with: broccoli, caffeine, Leslie Bonci, mood, nutrition, protein, smart carbs, sports nutrition, UPMC Nutrition Services

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    Infographic: 10 Reasons You’re Getting Poor Sleep

    January 13, 2015

    Feeling like a zombie this morning? Discover ten reasons you may be getting poor sleep and find out how you can get better sleep. Learn More

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: alcohol, caffeine, Energy drinks, lack of sleep, poor sleep, sleep, sleep apnea, sleep deprivation, tired, zombie

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    What Are Heart Palpitations And Should You Worry?

    November 12, 2014

    Learn more about heart palpitations, commonly identified by a fluttering in the chest, by discovering the causes and risks, as well as symptoms. Learn More

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health

    Tagged with: abnormal heart beat, arrhythmia, caffeine, chest pain, dizziness, fear, heart, Heart and Vascular Institute, heart disease, heart failure, heart palpitations, intense exercise, light-headedness, Loss of consciousness, mitral valve prolapse, nicotine, panic attack, shortness of breath, stress

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  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    Toxic Items in the Classroom

    October 25, 2014

    Check out this list of toxic items in the classroom for tips to help prevent your child from being exposed to harmful chemicals and potential illness. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Poison Center

    Categorized as: Pediatrics, Safety

    Tagged with: abnormal heart rhythm, back to school, caffeine, canned air, coffee, coma, Energy drinks, glue, hand sanitizer, hand washing, intoxication, keyboard duster, nausea, Pittsburgh Poison Center, racing heart, rubber cement, tremors, vomiting

    glue
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    Caffeine During and After Pregnancy: Is it Safe?

    October 16, 2014

    Chances are you rely on caffeine to energize you in the morning, or keep you going during the day. What should you do if you're pregnant or breastfeeding? Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics

    Categorized as: Pregnancy and Childbirth, Women's Health

    Tagged with: American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, baby, breastfeeding, caffeine, Energy drinks, first trimester, Hyagriv Simhan, Magee-Womens Hospital of UPMC, March of Dimes, maternal-fetal medicine, pregnancy, U.S. Department of Agriculture

    coffee cup
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    Infographic: Crazy for Caffeine

    September 16, 2014

    Check out the infographic below to find out how caffeine can affect the body, including the heart. Find some tips for cutting out some caffeine of your die Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Nutrition

    Tagged with: caffeine, metabolism, tea

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