Hot Drinks Linked to Esophageal Cancer Risk | Tampa News

New research from Oxford links sipping scalding-hot drinks to a 71% higher risk of esophageal cancer—specifically squamous cell carcinoma—but experts say cooling your coffee or tea just a bit could help. The study, based on nearly a million Brits, found that daily consumption of six or more very hot beverages may cause repeated thermal damage to the esophagus, like skin burns. However, it’s not a reason to ditch your favorite brew entirely: smoking, alcohol, reflux, and obesity remain bigger risks. Your perception of “hot” varies, so self-reported data has limits—but a lukewarm sip might be a simple, smart habit change. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fd7f3dab1c0fb9f6