The Observer

  Energy drinks are becoming a daily routine in the lives of today’s youth. Out of the ten UW-Waukesha students interviewed, seven of them consume at least one energy drink per week, and five were on prescription medication.

 

  According to www.athleticadvisor.com, the ingredients from energy drinks combined with prescription medication can be a “dangerous combination.” Some consumers may also have allergic reactions to these ingredients, which can range from hives to death. “Wow! I didn’t know that!” was UW-Waukesha student Angela Sartori’s response to this information.

 

  Energy drinks get your blood pumping and heart racing from substantial amounts of sugar. Not only will it raise your heart rate to a dangerous speed, but it will also cause you to “crash” or make you suddenly tired, as the caffeine and other ingredients wear off. Next time when you are looking for a quick burst of energy, be sure to keep in mind that your body may be worse off than when it started if you drink energy drinks.