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Video SKIN ADVICE FOR ATHLETES Question Corner Are Caffeinated Drinks Safe for Kids? A study in the journal Pediatrics found that 73 percent of American children consumed caffeine every day. Although kids' caffeine intake from soda is on the decline, their caffeine consumption from coffee and energy drinks is rising. While the U.S. government has not issued caffeine guidelines for kids, Canadian guidelines recommend no more than 45 milligrams of caffeine a day (one can of Diet Coke) for ages 4 to 6, 62.5 milligrams for ages 7 to 9 and 85 milligrams for ages 10 to 12. Athletes are at greater risk for skin infections. Visit aad.org/for-the-public and search for "athletes" for a video and list of prevention tips from dermatologists. Skin SOS If dry winter conditions are ravaging your skin, these simple tips can restore the moisture you need. Too much caffeine can trigger upset stomach, headache, trouble concentrating or sleeping, and increased heart rate and blood pressure. Limit showers to ﬁve to 10 minutes with warm, not hot, water. HERE'S THE CAFFEINE CONTENT OF POPULAR DRINKS: Apply moisturizer (use an ointment or cream rather than lotion) immediately after bathing to trap in moisture. 8 ﬂ. oz. brewed coffee 12 ﬂ. oz. Mountain Dew 95 mg Use gentle, nonscented skincare products. 55 mg Use a humidiﬁer to add moisture to the air in your home. 8.4 ﬂ. oz. Red Bull 83 mg 2.5 ﬂ. oz. Rockstar Energy Shot PHOTOGRAPHY BY THINKSTOCK 229 mg U.S. adults' daily calorie intake fell by 78 calories. Health Report Americans are eating healthier and cutting calories. Here's a look at the positive changes from 2005 to 2010. Calories from food eaten at restaurants fell by 127 per day. 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 Calories from saturated fat fell by nearly 6 percent per day. Source: U.S. National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey C E N T R A LC A R O L I N A H O S P I TA L .C O M | 5 http://www.aad.org/for-the-public http://www.CENTRALCAROLINAHOSPITAL.COM

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