Are Energy Drinks Bad For You?

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By: Nikhil Pandey

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10 Dec 2025

Energy drinks are widely consumed by teenagers and adults seeking quick boosts of energy daily


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According to Harvard Health, their primary active ingredient is caffeine, often present in high and varying quantities per serving


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Many energy drinks contain significant sugar, causing rapid energy spikes followed by inevitable crashes


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Additional herbal ingredients are marketed as boosters, though they offer little benefit without caffeine included


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Excessive consumption can cause dehydration and health issues, especially among younger users and teens


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Reported cases link energy drinks to elevated blood pressure, convulsions, and dangerous cardiac abnormalities


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Mixing energy drinks with alcohol masks intoxication, increasing risks of impaired driving and overconsumption


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Occasional use is acceptable, but safer long-term energy comes from healthier lifestyle habits overall


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