As most people know, energy drinks are becoming more and more popular. Not only are teens drinking them but a majority of adults are too. Some side effects include high blood pressure, hyperactivity, etc.
Researchers did a questionnaire at two emergency departments from June 2011 - June 2013. They surveyed people from ages 12 to 18. Out of the 612 people that responded, 33% said they drank energy drinks frequently. Among those teens, 76% said they had a headache in the last six months, 47% said they experienced anger and 22% stated they had difficulty breathing. While they can’t prove that’s from the energy drinks. They stated that the people who consumed the energy drinks were more likely to report symptoms then those who didn’t. At the same time, people who consumed them were more likely to say the drinks helped them do better in school or in sports. They also said the drinks helped them focus and stay up all night.
I drink energy drinks sometimes but very rarely. I don’t drink them frequently and I don’t seem to have any symptoms that others reported. But, I do feel more energized and focused when I drink energy drinks
Do you think energy drinks are becoming an issue?
Do you drink energy drinks?
If so, do you see any symptoms?
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Good topic choice and well done overall Sarah! I do think your summary is a tad brief and could have included more of your voice. Also be sure to include sources.
I don't think energy drinks are a big problem but should probably be taken in to consideration. Energy drinks become an issue when you are drinking them non stop. I know people that can drink 4 energy drinks in a night which is really bad for your health. I do occasionaly drink energy drinks but not all the time.
I dont think that energy drinks are a porblem yes I think that poeple should watch how many they drink and if its a lot limit themselves because they could end up with health problems. And yes I do drink energy drinks probobly more then i should.
I think they are, because they don't have the hydration we need. They're not good for us, eventhough energy drinks help you stay up all night you still need water in order to fuction and get you body the hydtation it needs. I have a very few energy drinks, but when i have had them I always drink water afterwards because they make me feel dehydrated.
I agree, they may give us energy but they don’t keep us hydrated.
I don't think energy drinks are much of a problem but I think people should definetly watch how much they drink and maybe limit themselves because they are not good for you and to much could cause health issues. I drink energy drinks but not a lot.
I personally don't drink energy drinks but I believe that as long as they are consumed reasonably and without addiction, there isn't a problem. Though I'm sure energy drinks can't be great for you, it is inevitable to vary person to person based on past medical issues, and even mental state.
I agree that they’re okay depending on the amount you take in.
I think that energy drinks can be bad if you drink too much too often. I don't usually drink energy drinks, but when I do they work so I understand why people drink them so often. However, this can lead to many health problems but I don't think it is a huge problem.
I think that energy drinks can become an issue if you drink them too much. I don't really drink energy drinks that often because I would rather just drink pop because it still gives me enough energy. When I drink energy drinks I don't really notice having any symptoms.
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