Energy drinks aren't exactly the healthiest drink to have in the world, but it does taste good at times and it will give you energy. Here are a few ingredients put into energy drinks in general. Caffeine is the most common in energy drinks. Energy Drinks will have about 150-200mg of caffeine in regular sized can or bottle. The main purpose of an energy drink is to stimulate the nervous system to give the body a sense of alertness. It also raises heart rate and blood pressure while dehydrating the person. Caffeine is one of the most used drug in the planet. It can found in many things we drink. Try to look for it and I'm sure you'll find it. Another ingredient is Taurine which is naturally produced in the body. It helps regulate heartbeat, muscle contractions, and energy levels. The body usually makes enough to not have the need for supplements. It is thought to help us regulate ourselves since our brains are more stimulated, but it can help with excitable brain states. Another ingredient is ginseng. Ginseng is a herb that is known to increase energy, can possibly relieve stress, and increase memory. It is thought that the herb is used to stimulate the hypothalamic and pituitary glands which secrete a chemical called adrenal corticotropic hormone. Energy drinks usally only have a little of this herb in the mix.
This is a good article to figure out what you really are drinking in those energy drinks. This can really help someone become more informed in what they are drinking. Energy drinks are being known for being completely terrible for you and this helps more people become more informed citizens.
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