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Very hot beverages (above 65 °C)
Summary
Drinking beverages at very high temperatures is associated with increased esophageal cancer risk.
Detail
IARC classifies the consumption of very hot beverages (above 65 °C / 149 °F) as Group 2A for esophageal squamous cell carcinoma. The classification is about temperature, not the drink itself — tea or coffee at moderate temperatures has not been associated with increased risk.
Regional relevance
global
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Sources
Supporting sources
- ACS — ACS — Known and Probable Human Carcinogens
- Cancer Research UK — Cancer Research UK — Causes of cancer and reducing your risk
- NTP — NTP — Report on Carcinogens (US National Toxicology Program)
- WCRF/AICR — WCRF/AICR — Diet, Nutrition, Physical Activity and Cancer: a Global Perspective (Third Expert Report)
- WCRF/AICR — WCRF — Cancer Prevention Recommendations
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