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Study Reveals Caffeine Safety, Urges Stricter Coffee Regulations

8/18/2025

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An investigation revealed that caffeinated coffees are mostly safe, with contaminants below EU safety limits, though glyphosate and phthalates were found.
Organic coffees contained unexpected AMPA levels, suggesting contamination from conventional farming practices.
The Clean Label Project calls for stricter food safety regulations and recommends consumers opt for darker or lighter roasts to reduce harmful substance exposure.

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Story summary

An investigation revealed that caffeinated coffees are mostly safe, with contaminants below EU safety limits, though glyphosate and phthalates were found.
Organic coffees contained unexpected AMPA levels, suggesting contamination from conventional farming practices.
The Clean Label Project calls for stricter food safety regulations and recommends consumers opt for darker or lighter roasts to reduce harmful substance exposure.