1. ENERGY DRINKS SJHS Health

3. History Japan-1960’s started with a drink called Lipvitan-D First developed as medicinal drink for those suffering from lack of energy/fatigue Receptive market quickly formed beginning in Europe and Asia Redbull was the first one introduced in USA (1997) First accepted by athletes, later spread to general public Banned in Argentina, Denmark, and Norway Canada and France have warning label USA, Ireland, Turkey, Sweden have expressed concerns

4. What’s in them? Caffeine-Stimulant Taurine-amino acid that body produces naturally that helps regulate heart beat, muscle contractions and energy levels. Guarana- comes from plant in South America. Used to increase energy B Vitamins-help convert food to energy Ginseng-herb known to increase energy Sugars-fuel for body. Ton of sugar in energy drinks. Too much leads to diabetes.

5. Caffeine In extreme amounts can be dangerous Addictive stimulant High amounts can cause sleep disturbances, nervousness, anxiety, high BP, increased HR Diuretic-increases rate of urination

6. Levels of Caffeine 4-6 yrs > 45mg 7-9 yrs > 62mg 10-12 yrs > 85mg Teens > 100mg Adults > 300mg Most energy drinks contain 160-300mg Cup of coffee about 100mg

7. Caffeine Levels, cont. Red Bull 8.3 oz = 80mg Rockstar 16 oz = 160mg Monster 16 oz = 160mg Coke Classic 12 oz = 34.5mg Amp 8.4 oz = 75mg Mountain Dew 12 oz = 55mg Cocaine energy drink 8.4 oz = 280mg

8. Dangers Boost heart rate and blood pressure Ingredients not dangerous except when in such high amounts Very high levels of sugar-diabetes When used as sports drink Don’t replenish essential elements lost Diuretic or dehydrating effect-opposite of what is needed

9. Mixing with Alcohol Energy drinks are a stimulant and alcohol is a depressant. Mixing can mask effects Both alcohol and energy drinks are dehydrating which can hinder your body’s ability to metabolize alcohol increasing toxicity