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Dr. Broman: Caffeine Has Clearly Been Linked To Adverse Events and Toxicity

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United States Sen. Chuck Schumer is asking the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to look into PRIME Energy drinks, a product of entertainers Logan Paul and KSI. The senator claims the drinks are high in caffeine and are marketed to children, possibly leading to dangerous health outcomes. The people behind PRIME have defended the product. Politics aside, the issue of what young people put in their bodies is something to be aware of, says Michael Broman, PhD, MD , an OSF HealthCare cardiologist. In fact, it’s one he thinks about daily. “My children are 8 and 10. I don’t allow them to have caffeine except under my supervision and only in very small doses,” Dr. Broman says sternly. Caffeine basics Dr. Broman says energy drinks, when consumed properly, can provide the desired energy boost. A college student studying for a test, for example. But it’s caffeine consumption that you must be aware of. “Caffeine has clearly been linked to adverse event

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Alton Marina to Host Pirate-Themed 27th Anniversary Party

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ALTON - The Alton Marina is celebrating their 27th anniversary with a riverfront party on Aug. 26. The Marina, located at #1 Henry Street, invites everyone to come down for the pirate-themed party from 6–11 p.m. Along with live music from Flip the Frog and award-winning barbecue by Black Iron, partygoers can also enter the loot raffle, compete in a pirate costume contest and relax with drink specials from the cash bar. “This is the Marina’s 27th year,” Rob Honke said. “The anniversary party has been going on for as far back as I can remember. did it for 15 years and always threw a really good party, so we’re trying to just carry on that tradition.” Honke owns Seahorse Ranch Marine, Inc., which operates the Alton Marina. He explained that the Marina leases boating slips and provides other amenities for boaters, but it welcomes everyone who wants to enjoy the river. Their restaurant, The Cantina , serves hearty breakfasts, poolside specials

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