Dangers of Energy Drinks

 The Dangers of Energy Drinks
Energy DrinksThese drinks, when used in moderation, are relatively
We see them advertised all over the place. These aresafe. However, when they are consumed over a
also freely available anywhere; from the food storesprolonged period of time, high levels of certain
to your local supermarkets. The energy drinks alsoingredients that build up in the body over time can have
claim some absurd claims which become pretty hardmajor effects on the body. Some of these effects
to believe, at times. The fact of the matter is notlast long-term.
every energy drink is the same.The ads are exciting. The names are enticing. Red Bull.
What are energy drinks?Adrenaline Rush. Whoopass. They are part of an
Energy drinks are beverages like Red Bull, Venom,ever-growing list of popular energy drinks marketed to
Adrenaline Rush, 180, ISO Sprint, and Whoopass, whichthe under thirties crowd, a market that used to belong
contain large doses of caffeine and other legalto soft drink companies like Coca-Cola and Pepsi.
stimulants like ephedrine, guarana, and ginseng. EnergyDangers Of Metabolism Boosters
drinks may contain as much as 80 mg of caffeine, theThe main purpose of metabolism boosting substances
equivalent of a cup of coffee. Compared to the 37is to assist body when exercising. They are there to
mg. of caffeine in a Mountain Dew, or the 23 mg. in aaccelerate calorie burning process. There is a common
Coca-Cola Classic, that's a big punch.misperception that metabolism boosters can replace
The Health Dangers of Energy Drinksthe role of physical activity in loosing weight. Fault for
Nu-Train comments: In 1997, with the introduction ofthis belief lies partly by online diet marketers. Last 5
Red Bull, energy drinks began as a significant categoryyears are known as “diet spamming” period.
in the US market. Since then, the market has grown byThe truth is, not all energy drinks are the same. While
50% almost yearly, and the energy drink market nowmany of the ingredients are common among them,
totals more than four billion dollars. Clearly, this indicateseach energy drink has its own little twist to it. And
that many Americans are consuming these caffeinereading the labels of these drinks isn't going to help the
laden trendy beverages, but are they really that goodaverage consumer much if they don't know what to
for us.look for
Energy Drink DangersEnergy drinks with booze
There are many different trends for food andAlcohol can be twice as dangerous when mixed with
entertainment that we have seen over the years.an energy drink, according to a new study published
Some trends prove timeless, like champagne at Newtwo weeks ago by Wake Forest University School of
Year’s Eve, whereas some are gone as quickly asMedicine.
they began. A current trend gaining popularity is energySuper-caffeinated energy drinks, with names like Red
drinks. These highly caffeinated, sugary sweet drinksBull, Monster,
are everywhere, from the stores to TV shows to theFull Throttle and Amp, have surged in popularity in the
bars and they are very popular on many collegepast decade.
campuses.