Study Links Very Hot Tea and Coffee Consumption to Increased Esophageal Cancer Risk
A large study published in the International Journal of Cancer analyzed nearly one million adults in the UK and found that drinking very hot beverages above 65°C, including tea and coffee, may increase the risk of esophageal squamous-cell carcinoma. The risk was higher for those consuming drinks described as "very hot" compared to "hot" or "warm." The findings align with previous research and WHO classifications suggesting that very hot drinks are probably carcinogenic, emphasizing the importance of allowing beverages to cool before consumption.
First-hand measurement across 3 sources
We measured how 3 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (50/100). Lens Score 42/100.
Outlets measured: moneycontrol, hindustantimes, deccanherald. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (48–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
deccanherald broke this story on 11 Sept, 02:24 pm. Other outlets followed.