True Story ...
For the "umpteenth" time, I read in the newspaper the story of a distraught mother who fears losing his 14 year old son ... Victim of a weakness when he was bathing, the family appealed for emergency services: measuring blood pressure, pulse taking heart ... But what might well have such an aggressive knock a teenager in full health? You already know what I mean: it's energy drinks!
And this boy is not alone. Several cases are reported each year, but until now no study has been conducted to prove the danger of these drinks. But they are not safe and have a real negative effect. I must say I was shocked when my doctor told me, simply in the middle of my annual review, the visit of two young men while he was on the eve of the Emergency Cardiac arrhythmia secondary to the consumption of energy drinks. To me it makes no sense that these drinks are still on the shelf, low cost and so accessible to young people (even if on the bottle, it mentions in letters "6", this product is not recommended for children). Quite ordinary.
Addicted to taste?
Well, I hear you reply: "I like that ... And anyway, when I take Red Bull, the Guru, the Monster (and name them!) anything that makes me, me! You are not immunized against the effects of excessive consumption of caffeine. First, I bet you're already a victim, since you are probably dependent on these beverages will follow soon ... anxiety, headaches, insomnia, nausea, fatigue and anxiety, if not already there. It is often these symptoms on the backs of stress at work, school, relationships that do not work ... But have you ever thought that these symptoms might be the source of these cans of liquid stimulating?
Too much caffeine ...
If adults can tolerate up to 400 mg of caffeine per day (2-3 cups of coffee 250 ml), remember that 250 ml energy drink (less than a can ...) can provide up to 130 mg of caffeine alone! This does not include taurine, glucuronolactone and other tricks of the kind that are added. In fact, no study has successfully demonstrated that the latter two compounds were actually a stimulant. Hmm ... If they do not stimulate, what do they exactly? Mystery ...
duo loser!
And I always hear the sound of vodka flowing like water in a glass half full of Red Bull ... Of course, this is not my glass I never dared test such a mixture, low amateur alcohol than I am ... Far be it from me to lecture you, but seriously, let the equation: if, for one, alcohol reduces your visual skills, motor, etc. . and, two, caffeine stimulates your nervous system, you have made! And yes: caffeine gives the impression that you are alert, but I guarantee you that the effect of alcohol is still alive and well. I would not say it would be best to "package cutter" only with alcohol, but at least, forget the famous duo and opt for fruit juices and 100% to your mixes ... Not to mention that this must be done in moderation AND occasionally.
Dependence = enrichment
few years ago, these drinks did not even exist. Were we are missing so far? If you eat regularly, you're another victim of these industries that try to make you dependent on their product, only to ensure their profitability. It is no coincidence that caffeine is added to these beverages, we know very well the effect of dependence. This is an excellent strategy to ensure sustainability of these manufacturers ... And do not forget that we live in a society where performance is a prerequisite. Studying at night, work late, go out into the wee hours the morning and go to school or office the next morning with two hours of sleep in the body ... We always want to do everything and not miss anything! But your body has limits that will sooner or later be felt ...
Finally, to wake you up, keep you alert, increase your concentration and energy level, there is no quick fix. The easiest? Sleep at least 7 hours per day, and try to implement some of the many nutrition counseling, nutritionists courtesy of your choice (s):)
*** Next: From the Fall Next, Dr. Paul Poirier of Quebec Heart Institute initiated a study on the effects of energy drinks. In spring 2011, we should know ... First results
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