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Very hot drinks can damage the esophagus and increase cancer riskPhoto by Comanche0 on Pexels
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Very hot drinks can damage the esophagus and increase cancer risk

RTP Notícias9 September 2026 at 13:10

Scientific research has concluded that consuming very hot drinks can cause damage to the esophagus and increase the risk of developing cancer in this area of the body. The study identifies that both the high temperature of drinks and the quantity consumed are factors that contribute to increasing the probability of this disease appearing. The results warn about the importance of moderating the consumption of very hot drinks as a form of prevention.

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