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Tampa, Florida is 2008 caffeine capital of U.S.

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The survey, conducted by Prince Market Research, found that 49% of the people surveyed drank caffeinated coffee daily.

Caffeinated sodas and tea were tied for second place, with 20% of the people drinking them daily.

Chocolates were in third place, with 13% of the people eating or drinking them daily.

According to marketing company Afinion’s press release, “The HealthSaver 2008 Caffeinated Cities Survey, released today, was conducted to determine the caffeine consumption habits and attitudes of consumers across the U.S., and to learn more about cultural views and health benefits of this morning pick-me-up, afternoon alert booster and late-night indulgence.”

In fact, Brad Eggleston, vice president of HealthSaver, stated within the article, “With the advent of rich, high-end coffees, soaring popularity of energy drinks and national fascination with green tea, our HealthSaver Caffeinated Cities Survey has brewed up some very interesting trends, findings and results."

Eggleston added, "This groundbreaking research is an important tool to help educate about the health benefits of moderate caffeine consumption in the United States.”

Additional information about caffeine, along with its history, is found on the Wikipedia website.