Can a 12 year old drink 2 cups of coffee a day? A Pediatric Perspective
                                
                                
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                                According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, adolescents aged 12 to 18 should limit caffeine intake to no more than 100 mg daily. Since two cups of brewed coffee often contain nearly double this amount, it poses significant health concerns for a 12-year-old.