![]() ![]() Studies have shown that most people are unaware of the composition of energy drinks, or what their possible side effects are. And by masking the depressant effects of alcohol, which would normally make the consumer feel sleepy and tired, the risk of alcohol poisoning increases. For example, cardiovascular and neurological risks, psychological problems or behavioral and sleep disturbances.Īn added problem is that it is common to combine these drinks with alcohol. However, what most studies do conclude is that consumption of these drinks (especially in large quantities or mixed with alcohol) has negative effects on physical and mental health. In fact, most brands have already brought out “light” options that reduce these amounts of sugar and replace them with sweeteners.ĭespite its energizing promises, the rest of its components have not been proven to have any benefits. That is the equivalent of 11-12 teaspoons of sugar, or about 220-240 kilocalories, for each 500-milliliter container. Each 500-milliliter can of Monster already contains 160 milligrams and more.Īs for sugar, energy drinks usually provide between 27.5 and 60 grams per 250 milliliters and 500 milliliters, respectively. That is, 150 milligrams for a 50-kg teen. Following the EFSA recommendations on the safe intake of caffeine, the maximum amount should not exceed 3 milligrams per kilogram of a person’s weight. A 250 milliliter can of the leading brand contains 80 milligrams of caffeine. They have practically zero nutritional value. There is also a social component involved: a 2022 study conducted in the United Kingdom found that “adolescents from more deprived areas and lower income households were more likely to consume energy drinks than those in more affluent areas and households.” And in Spain, according to the ESTUDES survey, conducted among the 14-to-18-year-old population, 45% of teens reported having drunk this type of beverage in the last month.Įnergy drinks have a high content of caffeine and sugar (its two main ingredients), and other stimulants. Studies have shown that boys are more likely than girls to consume these drinks. In 2013, a study carried out by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) warned of the problem: 16% of children (three to 10 years old) consumed energy drinks on a regular basis, defined as between four and five times a week (or more), which is equivalent to two liters a month. And all for around a couple of dollars.Ĭhildren, teenagers and young adults (as is usually the case with ultra-processed foods and sugary drinks) are once again the most exposed, vulnerable and unprotected groups. Available in various sizes and flavors, they promise to keep you awake, to improve physical performance at the gym, and to extend your nighttime endurance if you mix them with alcohol. ![]() In college cafeterias, this comes in the form of energy drinks. That is why it is common to see libraries full of students eager for any extra boost. Everybody knows how difficult exam season can be. ![]()
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