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AHA Issues Scientific Statement on Caffeine's Link to Cardiovascular Disease

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The American Heart Association has released a scientific statement examining the relationship between caffeine consumption and cardiovascular disease. The statement, published in the AHA's journal Circulation, consolidates current research on how caffeine affects heart health. It aims to provide clinicians and the public with evidence-based guidance on caffeine intake. The publication reflects growing interest in understanding how widely consumed stimulants may influence cardiovascular outcomes.

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