Do you like hot drinks? Consumption can damage the esophagus and increases cancer risk
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Do you like hot drinks? Consumption can damage the esophagus and increases cancer risk

Correio da Manhã9 September 2026 at 15:12

The consumption of hot drinks can cause damage to the esophagus and increase the risk of cancer, according to research mentioned in the article. The study analyzed the effects of regular consumption of beverages at high temperatures on human health.

The study was conducted with a sample of 980 thousand participants, which gives the research a significant dimension in terms of data analyzed. This high number of participants allows for a more robust analysis of consumption patterns and their effects on health.

The research suggests that the habit of consuming hot drinks frequently may be associated with lesions in the esophagus, the tube that connects the mouth to the stomach. These lesions can, in the long term, contribute to the development of cancerous cells in this region of the body.

The article warns about the risks associated with consuming very hot drinks, emphasizing the importance of respecting appropriate temperatures to protect the health of the esophagus and reduce the likelihood of developing cancer.

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