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Why Can Mormons Drink Energy Drinks But Not Coffee?

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In 1833, Joseph Smith received a revelation on health known as the Word of Wisdom. This scripture, now part of the Doctrine and Covenants, explains why Latter-day Saints practice specific dietary restrictions, including the surprising contrast that Mormons can drink energy drinks but not coffee. The answer lies in the specific language of the revelation and its historical interpretation by church leaders.