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Energy Drinks

Energy Drinks. http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/24831859/. Say What!?!. In 2008, more than 270 new energy drinks were launched worldwide.* The energy drink market is a 4.8 billion per year industry .* As soda consumption decreases, energy drinks are filling in the gap.

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Energy Drinks

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  1. Energy Drinks http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/24831859/

  2. Say What!?! • In 2008, more than 270 new energy drinks were launched worldwide.* • The energy drink market is a 4.8 billion per year industry.* • As soda consumption decreases, energy drinks are filling in the gap. • 35% of U.S. teenagers report that they consume energy drinks (as compared to 19% in 2003)* • Energy drinks are marketed to kids, teenagers and college students.

  3. Caffeine Drunk? • Caffeine intoxication resulting in increased heart rate, elevated blood pressure is possible from ENERGY DRINKS that can contain as much caffeine as 5 cans of Coca-cola. • Caffeine intoxication requires medical attention. Nausea, increased heart rate, anxiety, insomnia and increased blood pressure are some symptoms of intoxication. • Potentially unsafe ingredients

  4. My mom drinks caffeine • Caffeine is a drug and should be consumed in moderation, if desired • Moderation is defined as 300 mg. caffeine daily or the equivalent of approximately 2 cups of coffee • Individuals differ in their sensitivity to caffeine, so listen to your body

  5. Pros and Cons of Caffeine In small doses it may….. • Help prevent type 2 diabetes & liver disease including liver cancer. • Possibly improve treatment outcomes in patients with Parkinson disease • Improve short concentration and performance In large doses it may cause serioushealtheffects.

  6. But Miss… • Drinking these products during exercise may cause unwanted symptoms: • Increase blood pressure • Increase heart rate • False claims promise • improved performance in class or on the field.

  7. These drinks can have the following side effects: • Nervousness • Sleeplessness • Anxiety • Severe Headache • Upset Stomach • Increased Heart Rate

  8. And you thought it was safe… • Energy Drinks are NOT regulated by the FoodandDrug Administration (FDA) or any governing agency. • Manufacturers can mix a variety of ingredients in these products without any agency checking the safety. • Manufacturers add taurine and guaranato imply health benefits. There is NO scientific evidence that these are beneficial.

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