Analysis of the Consumption of Caffeinated Energy Drinks among Polish Adolescents

Nowak, Dariusz; Jasionowski, Artur

doi:10.3390/ijerph120707910

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“…In our study, 69% of students consumed EDs, 17% of whom had EDs often, every day or 1 to 3 times a week. This study demonstrated that EDs consumption among adolescent athletes was slightly higher than among students from other schools, which we had analyzed previously [30]. Some students drinking EDs reported health problems, such as: abdominal pain, arrhythmia, nausea.…”

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Analysis of Consumption of Energy Drinks by a Group of Adolescent Athletes

Nowak

Jasionowski

2016

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Background: Energy drinks (EDs) have become widely popular among young adults and, even more so, among adolescents. Increasingly, they are consumed by athletes, particularly those who have just begun their sporting career. Uncontrolled and high consumption of EDs, in addition to other sources of caffeine, may pose a threat to the health of young people. Hence, our objective was to analyze the consumption of EDs among teenagers engaged in sports, including quantity consumed, identification of factors influencing consumption, and risks associated with EDs and EDs mixed with alcohol (AmEDs). Methods: The study involved a specially designed questionnaire, which was completed by 707 students, 14.3 years of age on average, attending secondary sports schools. Results: EDs were consumed by 69% of the young athletes, 17% of whom drank EDs quite often: every day or 1–3 times a week. Most respondents felt no effects after drinking EDs, but some reported symptoms, including insomnia, anxiety, tachycardia, nervousness and irritability. The major determinant of the choice of EDs was taste (47%), followed by price (21%). One in ten respondents admitted to consumption of AmEDs. Among the consequences reported were: abdominal pains, nausea, vomiting, amnesia, headache, and hangover. Conclusions: EDs consumption among adolescent athletes was relatively high. Considering the habit of AmEDs and literature data, it is worth emphasizing that it may lead to health problems in the near future, alcohol- or drug-dependence, as well as other types of risk behaviour.

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Analysis of Consumption of Energy Drinks by a Group of Adolescent Athletes

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Jasionowski

2016

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“…The principal source of caffeine are beverages namely cola and mainly coffee, which was confirmed in our study [12].…”

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Caffeinated Energy Drink Consumption among First Year Medical Students

Rupa.¹

2017

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“…However, several research articles showed multiple negative effects of the consumption of energy and soft drinks. The consumers claim that these drinks, especially energy drinks, provide them with the energy required for stressful situations, or for staying awake for a longer time (Nowak & Jasionowski, 2015).…”

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The metabolic disorders associated with chronic consumption of soft and energy drinks in rats*

Eltahir

Alamri

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Acta Biochim Pol

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Background: Energy Drinks (EDs) and Soft Drinks (SDs) are widely consumed among adolescents and young adults. These drinks contain variable amounts of caffeine which is a central nervous system stimulator; in addition to sugar, taurine, vitamins and herbal extracts. Several adverse effects have been reported for the excessive consumption of caffeine and sugar. Aim: This work aimed at providing a comparison between the effect of chronic consumption of both drinks on metabolism biochemically as well as at the histopathological level. Methods: Adult albino rats were randomly divided into three groups and treated for 4 weeks. Animals received water (control, group 1), 12.5 ml/kg/day of either Pepsi ® (SD, group 2) or Power Horse ® (ED, group 3). All animals had free access to water and standard animal chow. Results: ED and SD groups showed a significant weight gain compared to control. ED animals showed a significant increase in serum urea, hyperlipidemia and hyperglycemia in comparison to control and SD groups. Serum uric acid significantly increased in ED and SD groups. ED group showed congestion and inflammation in their renal tissues in addition to splenomegaly and increased phagocyte infiltration. Conclusion: The high caffeinesugar content in ED exerts a more significant influence on the metabolic pathways than SDs. Both increase the incidence of cardiovascular diseases and tissue inflammation due to their effect on lipid profile and blood glucose. The other ingredients in EDs may play a role in the observed metabolic disturbances. Chronic use of EDs should be especially discouraged to avoid these negative effects.

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Analysis of the Consumption of Caffeinated Energy Drinks among Polish Adolescents

Cited by 84 publications

References 24 publications

Analysis of Consumption of Energy Drinks by a Group of Adolescent Athletes

Analysis of Consumption of Energy Drinks by a Group of Adolescent Athletes

Caffeinated Energy Drink Consumption among First Year Medical Students

The metabolic disorders associated with chronic consumption of soft and energy drinks in rats*

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