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EPISODE · Dec 5, 2025 · 11 MIN

How Hot Is Too Hot? The Truth About Your Morning Coffee

from Real Wellness

Love your hot coffee, tea, or winter cocoa for a cozy energy lift?There’s one simple thing most people overlook that can protect your throat and boost long-term wellness: the temperature of your drink.New research shows that regularly drinking liquids that are “very hot” — even just 10–15 degrees hotter than you realize — can irritate the delicate lining of your mouth and esophagus.And some studies show an increase risk of cancer of 90%.But the good news? It's easy to eliminate this increased risk - and you don’t need a thermometer to do it.In this episode, you’ll hear ...A simple at-home temperature experiment I did for you. It makes estimating the temp of your tea super easy.What scientists have discovered about 140°F vs. 150°F drinksHow to use visual cues to tell when your beverage is in the “comfortably hot” zone.Listen now and learn how to enjoy your winter drinks with cozy confidence.Reach out with questions to [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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