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In the News: Drop those energy drinks!

 
Before you chug another Monster, read this. According to WebMD, the amount of caffeine in some energy drinks can be unsafe, causing toxicity in some kids. 

The makers of energy drinks don’t tell you is that their drink can contain up to 5 times the amount of caffeine that a soda has. Um, soo not a healthy alternative to anything.

But why do these drinks affect kids more than anyone else? Most adults are accustomed to a regular dose of caffeine by drinking a coffee each morning. Kids and teens however, are not used to the amount of caffeine in an energy drink, and therefore have much stronger reactions to the substance. Because caffeine is a drug, it has addictive qualities, which adolescents
and children are much more susceptible to. Consuming these beverages in large quantities, you risk harm to your bod such as liver damage, kidney failure, and high blood pressure.

While you may not realize it, your body is becoming dependent on seemingly harmless energy drinks if you’re consuming them regularly. Yeah, they definitely do their job by giving you a kick of energy, but in the long run they’re nothing but trouble. Next time you crave that fruity energy boost, kick the caffeine and go for a sugary fruit or full-of-protein sandwich.

BY CLARE WISE ON 2/18/2011 7:00:00 AM

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I'm happy that I don't drink those things. I also barely drink soda. I like only do that at my friends' birthday parties. Soooo yeahhh, I'm happy that I don't consume a lot of caffeine. I actually rely on GOOD forms of energizing foods.

by jaymarie on 2/20/2012 7:37:43 PM

 
 

That is disgusting. Not healthy at awll. Seriously, take a lavender infused shower. Work out. People are sicken me.

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by ClubChicGirlsOnly on 2/27/2011 2:20:14 PM

 
 

im glad i don't drink caffeine not energy drinks not coffee and not even soda. ick.

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by wednesday1408 on 2/23/2011 10:53:32 PM

 
 

wait, so if it's bad toxic for you, and it's addictive, doesn't that make it a drug just as bad as Marijuana and all that nasty stuff?
geez, now is when i'm incredibly happy that my parents never let me drink that stuff!

by christi11 on 2/22/2011 7:43:19 PM

 
 

Wow... I've never had neither energy drinks (they SUCK) nor coffee, but occasionally I'll drink some tea (sometimes decaf, though), but not a lot. About a demi-tasse (is that how you spell it?) every few months.

by Freakout911 on 2/21/2011 9:31:20 AM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD MOD I REALLY need to learn how to eat for my health and not for pleasure anymore. i have tried MANY things and i need some creative tips on how NOT to eat for pleasure....any tips on how to fix this issue??

 

 

Hey girly! You can still eat for your pleasure, just get creative and learn how to make some healthy things. Grab a new cookbook, or some healthy recipes online, and get busy in the kitchen. It'll be fun! Smile

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by rbuggie on 2/19/2011 9:52:02 PM

 
 

omigosh my favorite energy drinks are rockstars. they are super yummy. i usually have like one energy drink maybe every month... one or two. Because if you get enough sleep and all and keep healthy then you dont need a energy drink Smile

by brown+blue on 2/19/2011 5:32:24 PM

 
 

hahaha no wonder my mom didnt let me go in the monster truck at that motocross! my cousin gets to have one every time she goes to a motocross, and she goes very often. now i dont envy her as much as i did b4

by DanceFreak99 on 2/19/2011 4:09:54 PM

 
 

Ive never had an energy drink before. I tried monster - one sip - and it was amazing. But I never had any more than that. But I have coffee once or twice a week. Luckily coffee (at least that I drink) has 15 calories and 0 sugar. I still would be better off without it though

by elizabethmariexo on 2/19/2011 3:05:51 PM

 
 



MOD MOD MOD!!
my friends LOVE Monster energy drinks.. i try to tell them that it isn't good for them but they won;t listen. they aren't addicted... yet, but i'm still worried. how can i try and get them to stop?!?!?!? i'm worried....




hey! while they're not great, your friends are in no immediate danger from energy drinks, so don't worry Smile 
Helen S.

by horseluver686 on 2/19/2011 9:35:22 AM

 
 

I don't drink energy drinks........i've never tried one in my entire life........and these are just more reasons why i'm never going to........i get my caffeine in soda and coffee........that's it........plus, most of the time i just go for flavored hot chocolate. ♥

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by cmn5297 on 2/19/2011 7:30:45 AM

 
 

i get my dose of caffeine by buying mochas at starbucks with my friends ^_^

by BlackDragon on 2/19/2011 2:34:27 AM

 
 



MOD
i know that energy drinks have taurine in them. and i also know that taurine is actualy bull urine. wh would they put pee in energy drinks?? i used to love them like have on every like 2 or 3 weeks but not too much but now i feel sick when i think about drinking them. is taurine seriously bull pee???




hey! no that's just a rumor. Taurine is an amino acid and it is now made synthetically. 
Helen S.

by krazykotabug on 2/19/2011 2:16:46 AM

 
 

hey fellow blog girlys! i need some advice and if you guys could leave your advice for me in the comments that would be great! ok so i like my bgf and he lives nextdoor i cant tell if he likes me but i never relly noticed how much i like him till now. i dont know if i should tell one of my friends to text him if he ikes me or just hang with him or let things just happen. i have liked him for 5 years thats why im trying to make a decision. please help. thanks! leave you answer in the comments please!

by ALR on 2/18/2011 10:46:41 PM

 
 

MOD MOD MOD!!! i have a huge question! there are rumors that say that there is bull urine in Monster energy drinks! :- [] is that true?
please tell me!

 

Hey girlie. No, just a silly rumor.

Elizabeth P.

by koolkatmn on 2/18/2011 9:08:43 PM

 
 

eek... scary. when i was roller- skating w/ a bunch of friends we all shared a rockstar, but it was gross....

by janerbuy on 2/18/2011 9:02:30 PM

 
 

i have one every once in a while. If you only have one like every two weeks it won't cause any too harmful things to happen to your body. So yeah...i love them but i'm not addicted

by Kristin95 on 2/18/2011 7:47:37 PM

 
 

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by supersingershannon on 2/18/2011 6:25:08 PM

 
 

Omg monster has been whats 'in' right now in my school. Some kids even sell it for like 3 bucks! The banned it a long time ago but they still bring it. Iv never drank it and after reading this I dont think I want to lol

by twilightfan4ever0303 on 2/18/2011 5:48:08 PM

 
 

I read this article on Yahoo News and I was amazed at the effects. I had no clue that having energy drinks could have such negative side effects such as strokes and heart damage at such an early age! My parents have never let me drink soda or energy drinks or caffiene. There are plenty of other awesome drinks to choose from than ones that literally rot yourself!

by gymnastqueen00 on 2/18/2011 5:17:55 PM

 
 

my little 10 year old bro LOVES these things

by koolkat21 on 2/18/2011 4:31:03 PM

 
 

If people knew this, they wouldn't sell them to teens. My parents don't let me have much caffeine, as when I'm on the down side of it I get really easily angered. I don't know why people let their kids drink coffee, Coke, Pepsi, other caffeinated sodas or sports drinks. People should read the nutritional facts before buying. There are tonsa things like that out there- 5-hour energy, for example. People just shouldn't have caffeine- unless it's the very small amount in dark chocolate- then it's actually healthy once in a while. To manufacturers and advertising agencies, we are the perfect people to advertise to, because we're young, inexperienced, and use our parent's money. Just don't fall for it. Otherwise, you could end up very upset with the results. Never drink them again.

by Irishdancerzrule on 2/18/2011 3:47:14 PM

 
 

I drink them like 1-3 a month....only rockstars too and I don't really care lol

by *Sigh* on 2/18/2011 12:10:18 PM

 
 

Wow! I knew they were bad for you but I didn't know just HOW bad... I definitely will not be tempted to drink these!
I like to make my own fruit smoothies instead. They give you instant energy and taste awesome. Plus it's fun to experiment with different fruits/flavors! Smile

by Runnergrrl16 on 2/18/2011 12:06:37 PM

 
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