More caffeine could mean less sleep for kids

LOS ANGELES Researchers found that kids between the ages of 8 and 12 consumed an average of 109 mg a day, which is equivalent to three 12 oz. sodas.

Another study in the /*Journal of Pediatrics*/ found a correlation between the amount of caffeine consumed and poor sleep patterns in kids.

Some parents may think iced tea is better than soda, but that's not always a good alternative because some iced teas contain as much sugar and caffeine as soda.