Effect of Energy Drinks Consumption on Physical Performance Beneficial and Adverse Impact on Health

Abstract

Consumption of energy drinks has been increasing dramatically in the last two decades, particularly amongst adolescents and young adults. Energy drinks are aggressively marketed with the claim that these products give an energy boost to improve physical and cognitive performance. Energy drinks have several adverse health effects. The prevalence of Energy Drinks usage in this group ranges from 52% to 68%, whilst in adults is estimated at 32%. The compositions of energy drinks vary widely. Caffeine content can range from 75 to 240 mg, whereas the average taurine quantity is 342.28 mg/100 mL. Caffeine and taurine in doses 3–6 mg/kg and 1–6 g, respectively, appear to be the main ergogenic elements. It is concluded that although energy drink may have beneficial and adverse effects on physical performance, these products also have possible detrimental health consequences. Energy-drink usage is higher among males and those with higher monthly expenditure. A high proportion of students are ignorant to the main constituents and side effect of energy drinks.