September Kitchen Corner
NEWSLETTER
NEWSLETTER
Caffeine is a natural ingredient found in coffee beans, tea leaves, cocoa beans, guarana and yerba maté. It is added to some carbonated drinks and cold and headache medications.
Caffeine and your body
Caffeine acts as a stimulant (increases alertness). Some people are more sensitive to caffeine than others. For these people, too much caffeine can cause:
• trouble sleeping
• irritability
• nervousness
• rapid heart rate headaches
Safe amounts of caffeine
The following amounts of caffeine are considered safe: Age
Men and women, 19 and older
Pregnant and breastfeeding women 19 and older
Caffeine and children
Children under 12 years old should not have more than 2.5 milligrams of caffeine per kilogram of body weight.
Age
Children, aged 4 to 6 Children, aged 7 to 9 Children, aged 10 to 12
Milligrams per day (mg/day)
45 (about one 355mL can of cola)
62 (about one and a half 355mL cans of cola) 85 (nearly two 355mL cans of cola)
Caffeine and teenagers
Adolescents 13 years old and older should not have more than 2.5 milligrams of caffeine per kilogram of body weight.
Common sources of caffeine
Caffeine Facts
| Beverage | Serving Size | Caffeine (mg) |
|---|---|---|
| Coffee or coffee based beverages | ||
| Coffee, brewed 250mL | (1 cup or 8 oz) | 80 – 179 |
| Cappuccino or Latte | 250mL (1 cup or 8 oz) | 45 – 148 |
| Coffee, instant 250mL | (1 cup or 8 oz) | 81 – 106 |
| Espresso, brewed | 30mL (1 oz) | 64 – 90 |
| Tea | ||
| Iced tea, sweetened | 1 can (355 mL) | 22 – 64 |
| Tea, leaf or bag (black) | 250mL (1 cup) | 43 – 50 |
| Tea (green, oolong, white) | 250mL (1 cup) | 25 – 45 |
| Decaffeinated tea | 250mL (1 cup) | 0 – 5 |
| Herbal teas, all varieties | 250mL (1 cup) | 0 |
| Other Beverages | ||
| Energy drink, various types | 250mL (1cup) | 80 – 97 |
| Diet cola | 355 mL (1 can) | 25 – 50 |
| Cola | 355 mL (1 can) | 37 – 38 |
Moderation is key
It is important to know what your children are drinking. Offer a beverage that has little or no caffeine. Choose beverages such as:
• Water
• 100% fruit juice
• Milk, chocolate milk or hot chocolate
If you think you may be taking in too much caffeine, the best approach is to limit your caffeine intake gradually over several days.
Tips on lowering your caffeine intake
• Enjoy refreshing water
• Try flavoured herbal tea over ice. Some herbal teas need to be avoided during pregnancy
and breastfeeding. Speak to an Eat Right Ontario Registered Dietitian to make sure your choices are safe.
• Instead of 3 cups of coffee a day, cut down gradually by having 2 cups of coffee and 1 cup of de-caffeinated coffee.
• Try flavoured herbal tea over ice. Some herbal teas need to be avoided during pregnancy
and breastfeeding. Speak to an Eat Right Ontario Registered Dietitian to make sure your choices are safe.
• Instead of 3 cups of coffee a day, cut down gradually by having 2 cups of coffee and 1 cup of de-caffeinated coffee.
Hilltop Highlights and Events
October Events
Lest We Forget… The Royal Canadian Legion, Lunenburg Branch 23 will lead a Remembrance Day Service, November 11th at 2:00 p.m. in the Floor 2 Lounge, All Welcome.
As a Resident of Harbour View Haven; 6. “You have the right to voice complaints regarding the facility or facility staff without facing discrimination.” In accordance with HVH policy regarding complaints, residents are encouraged to direct complaints to the CEO, the Director of Resident Care, the Assistant Director of Care, and/or Nurse Manager .
Staff Appreciation Last month was Continuing Care month…. in appreciation to all our staff for their dedication and generous care provided to our residents, HVH offered a number of special treats throughout October including Tim Hortons Coffee, Muffins and Doughnuts, Subway Sub days, Pizza days, and a special Chicken & Samosas meal served by Management.
HVH Programming Highlights Pictures
National Infection Control Week October 20-25, 2025
Upcoming Special Meals
October Events