are energy drinks bad for you
UHN Staff
Guaranteed, quick energy in a can or bottle? Sounds too good to be true, right? That’s where energy drinks often come into play, but not without significant potential health risks. These beverages might be tempting when you’re tired but need to keep yourself alert. But are they safe? Are energy … Read More
UHN Staff
Before you reach for a Monster energy drink, consider this: Are energy drinks bad for you? A growing number of studies are finding that products like Monster, Red Bull, and 5-Hour Energy can result in a variety of health dangers without offering any unique benefits. The extreme acidity, high caffeine, … Read More
Lisa Cantkier
Monster (appropriately named!) and Red Bull might come to mind when you think of energy drinks. However, these beverages—if you can call them that—are definitely not good for your health, as described in a review published in Frontiers for Public Health. Typically, they contain excessive amounts of caffeine, sugar, artificial … Read More