How caffeine affects unborn children is still controversial. Caffeine is a stimulant which acts upon the nervous system. It effects adults depending on the dose and the tolerance the adult body has built up from the drug. Doctors suspect caffeine creates changes in the fetal heartbeat and other functions. Tests done with animals have indicated that caffeine can cause deformities in skeletal and bone development. Women who are pregnant are encouraged to limit their intake of caffeine.
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Caffeine in Pregnancy
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Tuesday, 26 December 2006 |
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Many people don't realize that caffeine is a drug. It is a stimulant that can be found in many pain relievers and cold medications as well as in foods and beverages. |
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