How bad are energy drinks such as "ROCKSTAR"?!
How bad are energy drinks such as "ROCKSTAR"?
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gets you hyper. its full of caffine.
Freak, I dont know but I cant function without a MONSTER every freakin day at around 3pm......in fact I need one now.
they're horrible!! they make you hyper for a little, and then all of a sudden you're weak. and if you have it on an empty stomach, you will get sooo sick!!
I quote:
"energy drinks are like everything else, they're addictive obviously for their attention boosting value, but in the long run i don't think all of that caffiene is doing you any good, especially when caffiene stimulates ur circulatory system and affects the heart and makes it pump faster......because of energy boost.....
from personal experience, i wouldn't overdo it cuz i once passed out jittering because I had 2 rockstars within the span of 3 hrs.......and i'm a big guy, trust me.......and nobody REALLY knows what these ingredients are capable of long term, so i'd do anything in moderation......because u don't wanna b the reason they find out what energy drinks do to our system over a period of time.......
And no have energy drinks after alcohol is not the solution, because only some energy drinks have ingredients that will stimulate ur CNS so you can concentrate better mentally, u might get physically faster than if you were plastered but there will be no change in ur impairment due to alcohol......"
Well they are bad for you but they sure are good!
Two Faces of Monster Energy Drink Side Effects―Ally or Enemy?
By Low Jeremy
For those individuals who have tried Monster energy drink, for sure they have experienced its monstrous effect. Designed to replenish lost body energy, Monster energy drink is really a trusted ally when it comes to activities or task which requires thousands of calories to be used. Whether you are an athlete, student, or working man, such energy drink is relatively helpful when it comes to increasing your stamina and improving your performance, no matter how many calories your body is burning.
However, along with the growing popularity of Monster energy drinks to the market, there is also growing concerns over the potential side effects of taking it. Others are saying that there are ingredients in the energy drink, although considered to be a legal stimulant, which can create adverse effects once its intake is at large quantities.
In discussing the side effects of energy drinks (not just only Monster brand), there are two important concepts that you need to remember. These are as follows:
1. First concept is that every energy drink has its own side effects, based on the mixture of its ingredients. In the case of Monster energy drink, it has its own combination of ingredients that creates various side effects. Take a look on the following discussions:
a. Monster energy drinks has high levels of carbohydrate contents. It makes more difficult for the body to absorbed foods and necessary nutrients into the bloodstream. There are also cases where difficulty in absorbing food and nutrients results to distress and gastro-intestinal problems.
b. Since the absorption of nutrients is slower, there is a large chance that the fluid absorption rate of the body is also slower. Difficulty in natural re-hydration of the body during workouts can cause danger to his/her health. Athletes, who lose great quantities of fluids during games and practices, should be aware of this circumstance for they are one the target markets of Monster energy drink.
c. The sugar content of Monster energy drink poses certain side effects. It causes so-called laxative effect as well as sudden crash in energy level when sugar leaves the bloodstream. Although it is not necessarily a dangerous effect, but it can create other adverse effects.
d. Excessive intake of Monster energy drink can produce severe health problems. You are aware that one of the active ingredients of Monster is caffeine. Higher caffeine contents mean more energy it can give. Since caffeine is a stimulant, it can cause problems in your sleeping habits (insomnia) and can trigger several ailments such as high blood pressure and heart disease.
2. Side effects are not just about negative impacts. Remember that the boost of energy that Monster gives you is considered to be side effect already. The feeling of invigoration after exercising or doing a heavy-duty task is another side effect. Therefore, side effect can be both positive and negative.
Before taking Monster energy drink, you must be aware of the active ingredients as well as the side effects mentioned above. It will help you evaluate if energy drink is really meant for you. Studying the side effects as well as your health condition can assure you that you are on safe hands. Although it is a trusted ally in providing the increased energy for your body, it can also be your worst enemy as well.
The choice is yours to make.
Most of them are bad because they contain so much sugar and caffeine which IS bad for you.
I don't drink any of those kind because I care about my health. I found one that makes me feel really great!! You can get them on the Internet. I got mine from www.carlshealthhelp.com/energy