Energy drinks
Negative effects of consuming energy drinks
Mixing energy drinks with alcohol has also been found to be
dangerous in healthy adults. Energy
drinks are stimulants, conversely alcohol is a depressant. Therefore, drinking both together may lead to
drinking more alcohol because the energy drinks dull the feeling of
intoxication.
Before reaching for that quick burst of energy found within energy drinks, I challenge you to think about the negative effects within that bottle or can. Instead, I challenge you to find other sources of energy.
Energy drinks have become a common entity within today’s
society. There are multiple brands and
flavors on the market which can easily be found in most grocery stores,
convenience stores, gas stations, restaurants, and within the community. Despite the millions of dollars spent on
clever marketing techniques, energy drinks are neither nutritious nor
safe. Natural circadian rhythm (sleep-wake cycle) dictates that
humans are awake and active when the sun is up and sleep when it is dark. However, most Tactical Athletes work
nontraditional and unconventional hours.
As a result, most Tactical Athletes do not get the recommended 7-8 hours
of sleep within a 24 hour time period.
With a lack of sleep, athletes are fatigued. Many Tactical Athletes turn to using energy
drinks to fight the effects of fatigue.
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Often marketed as dietary supplements, energy drinks are not
regulated by the FDA. As such, the true
ingredients within energy drinks may not be listed within the nutritional
information. Many energy drinks have
been found to contain caffeine, sugar, and other substances. US dietary recommendations indicate that it
is safe for healthy adults to consume up to 400 milligrams of caffeine per day
(the equivalence of 4 cups of coffee).
Each energy drink contains different amounts of caffeine, with some
containing significantly higher amounts of this drug, far exceeding the daily
recommended value.
Negative effects of consuming energy drinks
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Irritability
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Increased blood pressure
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Increased heart rate
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Insomnia
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Nervousness
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Weight gain
Studies by both the American Heart Association and The Mayo
Clinic found that just one 16-ounce energy drink caused the negative effects of
increased blood pressure and significantly increased stress hormone
response. As a result, just one energy
drink has the potential to cause increased risk of cardiovascular events in
healthy adults.
Before reaching for that quick burst of energy found within energy drinks, I challenge you to think about the negative effects within that bottle or can. Instead, I challenge you to find other sources of energy.
Energy drink alternatives
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Staying hydrated with water
· Balanced diet with the daily recommended amounts
of protein, fruits, and vegetables
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Meditation
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Yoga or Pilates
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Gentle stretching
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Aerobic exercise
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Trying to get 7-8 hours of sleep within a 24
hour time period
By: J. Scott, DPT, ATC, TSAC-F
Sources: The Mayo Clinic
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