Are Students Too Buzzed on Energy Drinks?

Whether it’s a pick-me-up before a workout or cramming for a big exam, a large portion of University students are turning to so-called energy drinks to keep them alert. This is the conclusion of a report in the journal Nutrients which found that about 43% of undergraduate students are consuming energy drinks to improve sports or study performance. These are drinks that typically contain one or more stimulants like caffeine. Concerningly, reliance on energy drinks was found to be strongly associated with drug, alcohol and tobacco use. Side effects such as sleep disturbance and elevated heart rate have also been reported fairly often. High consumption may also contribute to dietary issues as they often contain lofty amounts of sugar or artificial sweeteners.

Are you concerned about how often students are consuming these drinks? Should there be increased monitoring of usage among university students? Would it be wise to consider banning the sales of these drinks on campuses? Should students be allowed to make their own decisions regarding consuming these drinks and any restrictions are not needed? Share your option in the Comments section below

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