Caffeine May Increase Tear Production

[Bill Sonoma County]

Here is a nice study--permission or registration may be required to view the full text:

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Caffeine Increases Tear Volume...

[theggman]

I found this story on caffeine and tear production and that it can increase it dramatically. It looks like an interesting study. I looked her on the blog for another post but didn't find one. Could be helpful for some. I hate getting addicted to any substance but if a steady dose with have lasting power,...

[Warren]

Hi all: One of my Chinese medicine doctors told me to stop consuming caffeine and sugar (including sugary foods like cake, cookies, pie, jelly, etc.) because they will increase the inflammation that may be the cause of my aqueous deficiency. Has any one else found this to be true? Drinking caffeinated...