E42: The Financial Domain of Caffeine

Coffee is the most common hot caffeine source in the United States and ranks as the world's leading traded agricultural commodity. Statistically, American women outspend men on coffee, with some individuals dedicating upwards of $2,000 annually to their java fix. In the financial domain of our caffeine consumption, Kirtly Jones, MD, discusses the economic impact of our coffee habits and raises the question of whether the enjoyment and benefits of a daily cup of coffee justify its financial expense.