A report by US researches discourage pregnant women from drinking more than 2 cups of coffee (equivalent to about 200mg of caffeine) as caffeine doubles the risk of miscarriage. Women who are seeking to get pregnant are also encouraged not to drink caffeine related beverages at least 3 days before.It is believed that caffeine stresses the foetus' metabolism and decrease blood flow in the placenta.
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Source: Reuters "Caffeine doubles miscarriage risk: study"
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