As drinks targeting kids have soared, there's new guidance on what's healthy

As highly caffeinated energy drinks have become popular with kids, a coalition of health organizations has new guidelines on what's a healthy beverage. Some of the advice may surprise parents.

As drinks targeting kids have soared, there's new guidance on what's healthy
Energy drinks, which have become very popular with kids and adolescents, often contain added sugars and large amounts of caffeine.

As highly caffeinated energy drinks have become popular with kids, a coalition of health organizations has new guidelines on what's a healthy beverage. Some of the advice may surprise parents.

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