A new study reveals that caffeine (found in coffee, tea and energy drinks) may help bacteria like E. coli resist antibiotics by altering their genetic defenses, reducing the effectiveness of drugs like ciprofloxacin and amoxicillin. Caffeine triggers changes in bacterial genes, decreasing production of the OmpF protein — a key entry point for antibiotics — making it … Continue reading Caffeine and antibiotics: A surprising link that demands caution
Dr. Eddy Bettermann MD 