Week 8 discussion
Energy Drinks and
Kids
The intake of various energy drinks, such as Redbull®,
Monster Energy Drink®, and Rockstar®, has dramatically increased in recent
years with children, teenagers, and young adults. These energy drinks have been
linked to illnesses and even deaths in certain cases.
Research the effects these energy drinks have on the body
and the complications associated with them. A lot of these drinks contain
various vitamins and electrolytes among other ingredients. Can these energy
drinks influence the overall electrolyte and acid-base balance of the body? Why
or why not? Should these drinks have a warning label on them? Should it be
illegal to sell them to anyone under the age of 16? Elaborate on your opinions.
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