Caffeine

CAFFEINE Caffeine is a chemical that is found naturally in many plants, including coffee beans, tea leaves and cacao pods. It can also be manufactured and added to foods and beverages. Caffeine is a stimulant, which is why many people consume drinks like coffee to...

Alcohol

ALCOHOL Alcohol is found in beer, wine, and liquor. It is made when yeast breaks down (ferments) the sugars in grains, fruits, and vegetables: Wine is made from the breakdown of sugar in grapes; vodka is made from the breakdown of sugar in potatoes. HOW MUCH SHOULD...

Prediabetes

PREDIABETES Prediabetes is a condition in which a person’s blood sugar is higher than normal, but not high enough to be considered diabetes. The Centers for Disease Control estimates 1 in every 3 adults has prediabetes. A PERSON SHOULD GET TESTED FOR PREDIABETES IF...